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 ...

[Misan] has the solution to this: closed loop control of DC motors for a 3D printer. Most printer firmwares use an open loop control system for moving their motors around.

With closed-loop control, poor performance typically manifests itself as deviations from set point. By analyzing these deviations, one can determine if they are caused by suboptimal controller tuning ...