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In an open-loop control system, how is the output related to the reference input?
In an open-loop control system, how is the output related to the reference input?
The output is not compared with the reference input. To each reference input, there corresponds a fixed operating condition.
What is the primary factor that determines the accuracy of an open-loop control system?
What is the primary factor that determines the accuracy of an open-loop control system?
Calibration.
How does an open-loop control system perform in the presence of disturbances?
How does an open-loop control system perform in the presence of disturbances?
It will not perform the desired task.
Under what condition can open-loop control be used in practice?
Under what condition can open-loop control be used in practice?
Why are open-loop control systems not considered feedback control systems?
Why are open-loop control systems not considered feedback control systems?
Give an example of an open-loop control system that operates on a time basis.
Give an example of an open-loop control system that operates on a time basis.
What is one advantage of open-loop control systems?
What is one advantage of open-loop control systems?
Under what condition would open-loop control be appropriate, according to the text?
Under what condition would open-loop control be appropriate, according to the text?
What is a major disadvantage of open-loop control systems?
What is a major disadvantage of open-loop control systems?
What periodic maintenance is required for open-loop control systems to maintain output quality?
What periodic maintenance is required for open-loop control systems to maintain output quality?
