👉 The OOCF, or Out-of-Commute Flow, is a theoretical concept in network theory that represents the flow of individuals or entities from their home locations (commutes) to any other location within a given network, excluding their immediate neighbors or those directly connected in a short path. It quantifies the potential movement opportunities available to a node based on its distance from other nodes in the network, without considering the specific routes taken. This flow is crucial for understanding accessibility and mobility within complex networks, such as transportation systems or social networks, and it serves as a foundational element in models that study diffusion processes, urban planning, and the spread of information or diseases.
