Learn the difference between open-loop and closed-loop control systems, and how they affect flight dynamics and control in aviation.

Today on Hackaday Dictionary, we’re going to talk about the two basic types of control systems: open-loop and closed-loop. We’ll describe the differences between them and explore the various ...

One segment of a process control system. An open-loop control process requires human intervention, whereas a closed-loop system is entirely automated (see PID). See process control.

The open-loop system is also called a “nonfeedback system.” This means that there is no feedback coming from the system to adjust for the end value. The open-loop system exerts continuous control in ...

We consider the task of accurately controlling a complex system, such as autonomously sliding a car sideways into a parking spot. Although certain regions of this domain are extremely hard to model (i ...

An open-loop control for underactuated mechanical systems using oscillatory inputs with amplitude and frequency modulations is investigated. Once all actuated joints are moved to their desired ...

Closed-loop systems that automate insulin delivery may improve glycemic outcomes in patients with type 1 diabetes. In this 6-month randomized, multicenter trial, patients with type 1 diabetes were ...