The technique used in LOOPY comes from system dynamics and is called causal-loop diagramming. Causal loop diagramming is a way to visually explore connections.

The technique used in LOOPY comes from system dynamics and is called causal-loop diagramming. Causal loop diagramming is a way to visually explore connections. You can rigorously model systems using a stock-flow metaphor using desktop mathematical simulation tools like Vensim, Stella Pro, and Powersim. The system dynamics society has more information at: http://www.systemdynamics.org/what-is-s/ http://www.systemdynamics.org/what-is-s/