Many studies in complexity theory employ agent-based models whose interactions can be expressed as networks. In such models, the pattern of interactions between actors is crucial, and the network topology that emerges from the raw data can be characterized through many metrics. One tool previously used in archaeology studies has the potential to deal with networks in social contexts at different scales of analysis: social network analysis (SNA). This discipline has been applied successfully in a wide range of archaeological problems, providing valuable insights and a different perspective. It also could be helpful to quantify concepts associated with social complexity, such as robustness or resilience. In this work, we propose some methodologic possibilities for consideration in the phase definition of the adaptive cycle model (ACM), using SNA tools. To illustrate the process, we will present a case study from the Copper Age in the Iberian Peninsula: the Bell Beaker phase.

复杂性理论中的许多研究都采用基于代理的模型，其交互可以表示为网络。在此类模型中，参与者之间的交互模式至关重要，并且可以通过许多指标来表征从原始数据中出现的网络拓扑。以前在考古学研究中使用的一种工具有可能以不同的分析尺度处理社会环境中的网络：社交网络分析（SNA）。该学科已成功应用于广泛的考古问题，提供了宝贵的见解和不同的视角。它还有助于量化与社会复杂性相关的概念，例如稳健性或弹​​性。在这项工作中，我们提出了一些方法的可能性，供使用 SNA 工具在自适应循环模型 (ACM) 的阶段定义中考虑。为了说明这一过程，我们将介绍伊比利亚半岛铜器时代的案例研究：钟形烧杯阶段。