ekzempli

Ekzempli is a fictional concept used in speculative worldbuilding and some science-fiction texts to denote a class of decentralized, networked devices that harvest energy and data within urban environments. In its fictional setting, ekzempli systems are composed of modular units called ekzempli nodes that can be deployed on buildings, vehicles, and public spaces.

Purpose and function: Ekzempli nodes collect ambient energy (solar, wind, heat) and exchange data to optimize energy distribution across a community grid. They operate with low-power, peer-to-peer networking and can adapt to changing demand. The term is often used to explore themes of resilience, autonomy, and the social implications of ubiquitous sensing.

Origins and usage: The term first appeared in speculative fiction and design circles in the early 2020s as a placeholder for future microgrid concepts. It has since been used in worldbuilding documents and some articles on urban techno-ecology. There is no real-world technology named ekzempli; it remains fictional.

See also: microgrid, edge computing, urban ecology.