Hringrásarflæði
Hringrásarflæði refers to the cyclical flow of a substance or process through a system. This concept is fundamental in understanding various natural and artificial systems. In ecology, it describes the movement of nutrients and energy through an ecosystem, such as the carbon cycle or the nitrogen cycle. These cycles involve the continuous transformation and redistribution of elements between living organisms and the environment.
In engineering and manufacturing, hringrásarflæði can describe the efficient reuse and recycling of materials. This circular
The term can also be applied metaphorically to business processes, where feedback loops and continuous improvement