Vezérelhetk

Vezérelhetk is a term used in theoretical discussions of control and autonomy to denote the degree to which a system can be steered or guided by external inputs. While the term is not universally standardized, it is generally interpreted as a property describing how much external influence can determine the system’s trajectory without requiring changes to the system’s internal structure.

Origin and usage: The word appears to blend the Hungarian vezérel-, meaning to steer or govern, with a suffix pattern that signals capability. In literature, vezérelhetk is used as a high-level descriptor rather than a precise mathematical quantity, and its exact meaning can vary by domain.

Framework and measurement: In practice, researchers discuss factors contributing to vezérelhetk, such as external controllability, safety constraints, and robustness to disturbances. While traditional controllability or steerability metrics from control theory provide concrete tests, vezérelhetk is often treated comparatively, asking whether a system is sufficiently steerable for a given task or operator.

Applications and implications: The concept is relevant to autonomous vehicles, robotic manipulation, and cyber-physical systems where human operators or external controllers seek to influence behavior. It also raises questions about safety, governance, and ethical limits on external influence.

Relation to other terms: Related terms include steerability and controllability; others may refer to influenceability or external controllability depending on context. Limitations include the lack of a standardized definition, which can lead to ambiguity unless the term is explicitly defined for a given study.