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 ...

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 ...

Many variables There are many variables to consider when deciding between an open-loop or closed-loop heating control system for an industrial application. Both methods offer great benefits, but ...

There are two control options for hydraulic systems: open-loop and closed-loop. In general terms, an open-loop system cannot compensate for any disturbances that alter the controller’s driving ...

Open-loop systems are fine for light use in clean water. For everyone else, closed-loop systems offer better protection, longer life, and fewer nightmares when something inevitably goes wrong.

Simple construction allows an open-loop Hall effect sensor to beat its closed-loop counterparts in terms of price, weight, and size; yet it may be susceptible to temperature variation and saturation.

System Closed-Loop Control Once you've added smarts to the basic TRIAC control topology, for negligible cost you can incorporate sophisticated closed-loop controls and accommodate more demanding ...

Though simple, this “open loop” form of fan control has disadvantages. Since there is no feedback mechanism, speed accuracy depends entirely on mechanical tolerances of the fan. Although it may not ...