Open and Closed Loop Systems Flashcards
1
Q
What is the difference between open and closed loop systems?
A
Open loop systems don’t have a feedback loop
Closed loop systems have at least one
2
Q
What is feedback in a loop system?
A
Where the output signal from the system becomes the input signal to the same system
3
Q
What are pros and cons of closed loop systems?
A
Pros: More robust, extremely accurate
Cons: More complicated, more expensive
4
Q
What are two examples of closed loop systems?
A
CCTV cameras and smoke alarms
5
Q
What is latency?
A
The really short pause between input & process and process & output
