Practice Open-loop Control (3.1) - Control Theory and Systems - Mechatronics, Robotics and Control
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Open-Loop Control

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is an open-loop control system?

💡 Hint: Think about systems without any feedback mechanism.

Question 2 Easy

Give one example of an open-loop system.

💡 Hint: Consider household appliances.

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Question 1

What is a key characteristic of an open-loop control system?

It uses feedback
It is simple and cost-effective
It adjusts output constantly

💡 Hint: Think about what defines an open-loop system.

Question 2

True or False: Open-loop systems can adapt to changes in the environment.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider the nature of feedback in control systems.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design a cost-effective open-loop irrigation system. Consider the inputs, potential outputs, and how the system may be challenged by environmental factors.

💡 Hint: Think about how a simple timer can regulate water flow without checking if the plants are saturated.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate the role of open-loop control in everyday systems. What might make one system more suitable for open-loop versus another?

💡 Hint: Consider why toasters and timers work fine without feedback compared to complex scenarios.

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