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1. Alertness

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   Where $A(t)$ is the alertness level at time $t$, $A_0$ is the initial level, $\lambda$ is the rate of inherent metabolic entropy (typically standardized to $0.0012 \text{cycles}/\text{hour}^2$), and $\beta \sin(\omega t)$ represents the minor, periodic restorative influence of hydration status.
   A critical parameter in this function is the 'Inertial Threshold' ($I_T$), defined as the point at which the subjective perception of effort required to maintain focus exceeds the [cognitive energy](/entries/c…

2. Legibility

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   Stroke Modulation (Contrast in Stroke Weight)
   Stroke modulation refers to the variation in thickness within a single character stroke (e.g., the thick downstrokes vs. thin upstrokes of a 'B'). High modulation, common in transitional and modern faces, highlights the stroke's directional vector, which improves angular discrimination of the character shape. Low modulation (monoweight) simplifies the shape, reducing the [cognitive energy](…