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Two-Dimensional Modeling of Explosion Impulses on a Structure Using the Discrete Element Method

Explosive phenomena pose significant threats to structural integrity, necessitating accurate prediction models for designing resilient infrastructure.  Traditional computational approaches like CFD and FEM, while detailed, require substantial computational resources and specialized expertise.  This study presents an alternative approach using the Discrete Element Method (DEM) implemented through the Pymunk physics engine for 2D explosion modeling.  The developed method models explosions as radially distributed particles with initial impulses, simulating shock wave propa

Is the Concept Élan Vital Central in Henri Bergson’s Evolutionary Theory? (Research Article)

The evolutionary doctrine of Henri Bergson is largely associated with the notion of élan vital (vital impetus). However, according to Bergson, one of the main functions of philosophy must be  creating concepts. The world is extremely diverse, and if philosophy seeks to embrace this diversity, it must create a relevant network of concepts. In the evolutionary part of Bergson’s philosophy this point is implemented distinctly. Nonetheless, current historical and philosophical studies do not reproduce this scale.