(2) A complete numerical simulation of the motions taking place in the outer core would make it necessary to cover a wide range of scales with a very small time step, which is out of reach with current capabilities. (sciencedaily.com)
On a wide range of scales — from rainwater in coffee pots to tinkering with whole supply chains — the example of the Bullitt Center, she says, demonstrates «new out - of - the - box creative solutions» that adapt to the building's local environment. (discovermagazine.com)
Fractals are sets of complex geometric shapes that look the same over a wide range of scales. (newscientist.com)