#Intellectual Crystal
An intellectual crystal is a neologism referring to a fragment of specific knowledge that emerges from combining existing knowledge, functioning as a new framework of thought or a catalyst that dramatically accelerates the discovery and integration of knowledge. It is not merely information or data, but rather provides a "structure" or "pattern" that organically connects them to generate new insights and unique concepts. For example, an analogy between a programming paradigm and a philosophical concept leading to an entirely new software design philosophy could itself be called an intellectual crystal.
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Intellectual Crystals: Between Intuition and Logic
Aug 14, 2025
The article explores the disconnect between intuition and logic, arguing that intuitively felt truths should have logical explanations. It introduces the concept of "intellectual crystals" – underlyi...
Knowledge Crystallization: Wings Beyond Imagination
Aug 10, 2025
This article introduces the concept of "knowledge crystallization," a process of abstracting and organizing existing knowledge to reveal deeper connections and insights. Using the example of flight a...