Control System Classifications
Control System Classifications
PRESENTED BY :
Arpan Bhattacharya
What is Control System?
A system that can command direct or regulate another system to
achieve a certain goal. The control of a system of process called
Automation.
Examples − Traffic lights control system, washing machine
Open-loop Control System:
1 One-way Process 2 Examples Advantages
3
Open-loop systems operate Examples of open-loop • Simple design and easy
without any feedback to construct .
systems include automatic
• Maintenance is easier.
mechanism, making them washing machines and • Highly stable as only
simple and efficient for specific toasters Example: open loop is considered.
tasks. A washing machine with a
It is a control system where it timer.
controls action does not
depend on output response.
Exp : Traffic System
Closed-loop Control System
1 Closed Loop 2 Feedback Loop 3 Advantages
It is a control system • More accurate operation
Closed-loop systems use feedback
where it’s control action than that of open loop
depends on both input to control the system output,
control system.
and output response. enhancing precision and accuracy • High bandwidth
Exp : Automatic Electric in various applications. Operation.
iron • Time to time
recalibration.
Feedback Control System:
Principle Examples
Feedback systems use the output to Robotic arms and aircraft autopilot
modify the input, maintaining stability systems are prime examples of
and achieving desired performance. feedback control systems.
2 Engineering Applications
They are commonly used in chemical processes, mechanical systems, and
electrical circuits.
Nonlinear Control System:
Nonlinear systems exhibit intricate
Complex Behavior behaviors that are not easily predicted
or analyzed using traditional linear
methods.
Some nonlinear systems show chaotic
Chaos Theory behavior, leading to the development of
chaos theory and complex dynamics.
Digital Control System
Advantages
Digital control systems offer precision, flexibility, and ease of
implementation due to advancements in microprocessor
technology.
Applications
They are widely used in modern industrial automation, aerospace,
and consumer electronics.
Conclusion
Control systems, in diverse forms, serve as vital components in
ensuring stability and efficiency in technological systems. There are
ongoing advancements in control systems to meet the demands of
evolving industries and technologies. Control systems find application
in various fields, playing critical roles in industrial automation,
aerospace, robotics, and biomedical engineering. Their impact is
evident in the efficiency of manufacturing processes, the stability of
aircraft, the precision of robotic movements, and the reliability of
medical devices.
Reference:
• https://www.tutorialspoint.com/control_systems/control_systems_introduction.htm
• Control System Engineering , Nagraj Bhopal