Unit 1 Module 2: System Configurations: Feedback and Control System
Unit 1 Module 2: System Configurations: Feedback and Control System
Unit 1
Module 2: System Configurations
We also discuss the notion of a design gap. The gap exists between the
complex physical system under investigation and the model used in the control
system synthesis.
The iterative nature of design allows us to handle the design gap effectively
while accomplishing necessary tradeoffs in complexity, performance, and cost in
order to meet the design specifications.
Definition of Terms
Process – The device, plant, or system under control. The input and output
relationship represents the cause-and-effect relationship of the process.
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Open-Loop Control Systems utilize a controller or control actuator to obtain the desired
response.
Closed-Loop Control Systems utilizes feedback to compare the actual output to the
desired output response.
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1. Measurement
2. Comparison
3. Computation
4. Correction
1. Power amplification
2. Remote control
3. Achieve stability
natural stability
forced response
• These two types of control system have contrast with each other. They have
dissimilarities some of which are discussed below:
• Effect of output
• – An open loop control system acts completely on the basis of input and the
output has no effect on the control action.
• – A closed loop control system considers the current output and alters it to the
desired condition. The control action in these systems is based on the output.
– An open loop control system works on fixed operation conditions and there are no
disturbances.
– A closed loop control system doesn’t encounter and react on external disturbances
or internal variations.
Stability
Effect on gain
Implementation
– The structure of open loop control system is rather easy to construct. These
systems can be easily implemented.
– The working principle and structures of closed loop control systems are rather
complex and they are often difficult to implement.
Cost
– As the principle is complex, a closed loop control system needs larger number of
components than an open loop control systems. These systems comparatively need
less calibration and higher power rating. The overall cost of these systems is higher.
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Activity 2
REVIEW QUESTIONS:
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