工程研究——跨学科视野中的工程2025，Vol.17Issue(1)：32-41,10.DOI:10.3724/j.issn.1674-4969.20250004
对数字、数据和算法的若干哲学思考
Philosophical Reflections on Numbers,Data,and Algorithms
摘要
Abstract
This paper explores the philosophical implications of numbers,data,and algorithms,and examines their roles within the field of engineering ecology.Numbers are recognized as a symbolic system devised by humans to quantify the"quantity"of objects,without inherently reflecting their"quality".Data,on the other hand,are seen as information carriers that are collected,acquired,and recorded from the real world through various methods,possessing both form and content attributes. With the advent of electronic computers,the representation and manipulation of numbers and data have undergone significant transformations.From the abacus to the electronic computer,and subsequently to big data and cloud computing,these technological advancements have marked the dawn of the digital age. In the digital era,the"four combinations"of big data,ubiquitous algorithms,immense computing power,and pervasive computing have emerged as key features.This paper analyzes the historical evolution of algorithms,computation,and computing power,noting that pervasive computing integrates information space with physical space,providing seamless and transparent digital services anytime,anywhere.Furthermore,the paper acknowledges the importance of algorithms and computation in ancient Chinese mathematics and discusses their relevance in contemporary society. The paper also examines the interrelationships and roles of numbers,data,and algorithms within engineering ecology.The emergence of big data has not only facilitated the transition from quantitative to qualitative data analysis but has also elevated data to a new philosophical category and a crucial production factor in economic activities.These changes have had profound impacts on engineering ecology,driving innovation and development in engineering management. In conclusion,the paper summarizes the new significance of numbers,data,and algorithms in the digital era,highlighting their relevance not only in philosophical discussions but also in engineering science,technology,economics,society,and other fields.These elements are intertwined,collectively contributing to social progress and development.关键词
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李伯聪..对数字、数据和算法的若干哲学思考[J].工程研究——跨学科视野中的工程,2025,17(1):32-41,10.基金项目
中国工程院战略研究与咨询项目"工程生态论的理论体系和实践研究"(2024-XZ-69) （2024-XZ-69）
