Calculation of Scalars in Neugebauer-Like Models. I: Refactoring the Calculations

摘要

This paper discusses a new way to compute weights (scalars) forrnNeugebauer-like models that is more flexible than existing methods,rnsimplifying the insertion of a new model for scalar calculation. Specifically,rnthe scalar computing task is refactored into two independentrncomponents. In one, the specific dot overlap behavior is specified in arnsingle, often simple, expression. This expression may be implementedrnfor each the three main overlap modalities in a function with a singlestatementrnbody. The other component actually computes the scalars,rncalling the other component as necessary. This second component hasrnbeen described algorithmically, and open-source software to demonstraternit has been made available.