Field Circuitry Numbered Syntax (FCNS)

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Authors: Hannah Suenrith Nguyen
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Abstract

Field Circuitry Numbered Syntax (FCNS v1.0)Numbering and lineage specification for Juxels, Lexels, and Seqels. Field Circuitry Numbered Syntax (FCNS) defines a consistent and durable identification system for artifacts within the Field Circuitry framework. It provides a standardized method to reference, track, version, and reconstruct artifact lineage over time. FCNS specifies: • fixed prefixes for artifact classes (JX, LX, SX) • year-of-origin encoding (two-digit year, non-mutable) • series identifiers for thematic grouping • zero-padded index values to prevent collision • explicit revision increment rules • optional execution-mode suffix definitions Intended outcomes: • predictable parsing for engineers • reliable reference and citation for researchers • archival stability for librarians and curators • clear navigation for readers and analysts • recoverable history for future maintainers Scope: FCNS defines structure only. It does not assign value, hierarchy, authority, or interpretive meaning. It functions as a metadata and governance utility to reduce ambiguity, preserve continuity, and maintain structural integrity across versions. This document specifies v1.0 of the Field Circuitry Numbered Syntax standard.

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Digital and Traditional Archives Management Digital Humanities and Scholarship Scientific Computing and Data Management

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Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
5 January 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Preprint