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Probabilistic Mechanics

Definition

Probabilistic Mechanics involves systems or processes whose outcomes are determined by probabilities rather than absolute certainty. In blockchain and digital asset contexts, this can apply to consensus algorithms where the selection of a block producer is random but weighted, or to security models where the likelihood of a successful attack is calculated. These mechanics are fundamental to ensuring fairness, security, and resistance to manipulation in decentralized networks. They introduce an element of chance to achieve desired system properties.