Definition:Mechanistic Model

Definition

Let $P$ be a real-world phenomenon whose physical characteristics are completely understood.

Then it is possible to construct a mathematical model which completely and exactly describes it.

Such a model is referred to as a mechanistic model.

Also known as

A mechanistic model is also known as a theoretical model.

Sources

• 1994: George E.P. Box, Gwilym M. Jenkins and Gregory C. Reinsel: Time Series Analysis: Forecasting and Control (3rd ed.) ... (previous) ... (next):

$1$: Introduction:

$1.3$ Basic Ideas in Model Building:

$1.3.2$ Iterative Stages in the Selection of a Model