Sets with two associative operations (Q1407182)

The author considers sets equipped with two associative binary operations, calling such a structure a duplex. Relevant examples of duplexes are dimonoids, defined by \textit{J.-L. Loday} [C. R. Acad. Sci., Paris, Sér. I 321, No. 2, 141-146 (1995; Zbl 0845.16036)]. An example of a duplex which is not a dimonoid is given by using permutations. A free duplex generated by a given set is constructed via planar trees. Duplexes coming from planar binary trees and vertices of cubes are discussed.