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A '''component''' is a partial [[glider synthesis]] that can be used in the same way in multiple [[glider recipe]]s. A component transforms part of an object under construction in a well-defined way, without affecting the rest of the object. For example, this well-known component can be used to add a [[hook]] to any object that includes a protruding [[table]] end, converting it to a [[long bookend]]. | A '''synthesis component''' is a partial [[glider synthesis]] that can be used in the same way in multiple [[glider recipe]]s. A component transforms part of an object under construction in a well-defined way, without affecting the rest of the object. For example, this well-known component can be used to add a [[hook]] to any object that includes a protruding [[table]] end, converting it to a [[long bookend]]. | ||
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Revision as of 23:28, 16 November 2022
A synthesis component is a partial glider synthesis that can be used in the same way in multiple glider recipes. A component transforms part of an object under construction in a well-defined way, without affecting the rest of the object. For example, this well-known component can be used to add a hook to any object that includes a protruding table end, converting it to a long bookend.
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See also
External links
- Synthesis component at the Life Lexicon
- Synthesis components (discussion thread) at the ConwayLife.com forums