Capital-Cycle Function

Definition

A function encoding how capital behaves over time in terms of period (recurrence interval), phase (timing within cycle), and amplitude (quantum of capital). Raw capital-cycle functions contain both mission-compatible and fragility-driven spectral components.

Formula

Example

A climate agency's capital-cycle function might show strong 1-year components (budget cycles) and weak 10-year components (pump replacement cycles)—the spectral signature reveals misalignment with physical infrastructure needs.

Source

OAIA Section 2.1