Modularumas

Modularumas is a design framework and modular-unit concept that envisions constructing complex systems from standardized, reusable modules called modularumas. Each modularuma is designed with universal, bidirectional interfaces that support plug-and-play assembly, reconfiguration, and scaling across physical and digital domains. Core ideas include interoperability of interfaces, hierarchical composition across levels from micro to macro, and lifecycle resilience—modules can be replaced, upgraded, or repurposed without disrupting the whole. Modules typically encapsulate function, data, and energy flows, and rely on shared protocols to coordinate behavior.

Applications span architecture, product design, robotics, software architecture, and urban planning. In architecture, modularumas enable adaptable interiors and pre-fabricated construction. In software, they support modular frameworks and microservices with standardized contracts. In robotics and manufacturing, they enable swarms of agents or reconfigurable production lines.

Origins and reception: Coined in the late 2010s in design and engineering discourse, modularumas remain a developing concept with varying implementations. Critics note that achieving true interoperability across domains requires rigorous standardization and governance, while supporters emphasize reduced waste, faster deployment, and easier upgrades. Research topics include interface taxonomy, safety and compliance, and the economics of modular reuse.