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Open-loop control
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Definition
A control system that sets its output without checking the result (a timer-based sprinkler). It is simple but cannot correct errors.
Example: Open: the motor runs for 5 seconds regardless of distance travelled.
Check this one: Not found word-for-word in the supplied syllabus, specifications, marking guidelines or notes; the definition is standard computing knowledge, so check it against your class notes.
Where you'll use it in the test
Syllabus area: Y11 Mechatronics.
Question types it can appear in
- Multiple choice: Pick the option that matches the definition or example.
- Matching or table: Match it to its description, example or category.
- Fill in the blanks: Choose this term to complete a statement or table.
- Short answer: Compare open and closed loop
How to use it
A model sentence
“A control system that sets its output without checking the result (a timer-based sprinkler).” Then apply it: Open: the motor runs for 5 seconds regardless of distance travelled.
In a short answer, give the definition in your own words first, then tie it to the situation in the question. Do not copy the example above unless it fits the scenario.
Command words used with it
No linked question shows the command word for this term. Across the past short answer questions in this bank the words used most are: Explain, Outline, Describe, Compare, Classify, Analyse. Check the actual word in your question.
Go deeper
- Flashcard: Open-loop control in Programming Mechatronics (Year 11) · study that set
- Memorise: Mechatronics: hardware, sensors, actuators, control
- Notes: Mechatronics: hardware, sensors, actuators, control (Year 11 content (Programming fundamentals, OOP, Mechatronics))
- Full term page: every question, note and marking comment for Open-loop control
Check yourself
Explain “Open-loop control” in one sentence, give an example, and name a question type that could test it.
Reveal the answer
A control system that sets its output without checking the result (a timer-based sprinkler). It is simple but cannot correct errors.
Example: Open: the motor runs for 5 seconds regardless of distance travelled.
Could be tested as: Multiple choice, Matching or table, Fill in the blanks, Short answer.