Systems that manage and control the operation of various devices and equipment, using feedback and other techniques to regulate and maintain desired performance.
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Microprocessors
Small processors used in many control systems to process data and perform control functions.
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Output Transducer
A device that converts electrical signals from a control system into physical action or output, such as motion or heat.
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Feedback Loops
A system in which the output of a process is monitored and fed back into the system to adjust the input, ensuring that the desired output is achieved.
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Embedded Systems
Computer systems that are integrated into other devices or equipment, often performing control functions.
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Centrally Controlled System
A control system in which all functions are managed by a single central controller.
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Distributed System
A control system in which control functions are distributed across multiple controllers, working together to manage the system.
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Autonomous Agents
A type of control system that operates independently and makes decisions based on a set of rules or objectives, often used in robotics and artificial intelligence applications.