Self-Enforcing System

Definition

A system where the architecture itself produces compliance without external enforcement mechanisms. The three AoE mechanisms (F, I, C) combine to make non-compliance irrational from the participant's own perspective, not from fear of punishment.

Formula

Example

PSC is self-enforcing: contributing is easier than not (F > 0), confirms identity as community member (I > 0), and maintains access to future capital cycles (C > 0). No enforcement needed.

Source

AoE Section 6