Simultane

Simultane is a term used across disciplines to denote simultaneity and coordination in time. It is not a single, universally defined concept, but a label attached to ideas and practices that emphasize events or processes occurring at the same moment or in tightly aligned temporal sequences. The word derives from the Latin simul, meaning together, and is used in both scholarly and creative contexts.

In physics and philosophy, Simultane refers to discussions of simultaneity—the dependence of time ordering on the observer’s frame of reference. Works that employ the term typically address how synchronized measurements are achieved in practice, the role of clock synchronization, and the implications for understanding reality in relativistic settings.

In the arts and media, Simultane has been used to describe projects and movements focused on real-time, multisensory experience. These works explore how sight, sound, touch and other modalities can unfold in parallel, challenging linear timelines and inviting audiences to experience events as they occur.

In technology and computing, Simultane may be invoked as a paradigm for synchronized execution across distributed components. Proponents discuss approaches to reducing latency, aligning clocks, and coordinating actions so that multiple systems act as a cohesive whole within narrow temporal bounds.

Because Simultane is not a fixed term with a standardized definition, its meaning varies by field and author. Related concepts include simultaneity, synchronization, concurrency, and multisensory design.