Control Systems and Components

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Control

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The process of managing or directing the behavior of a system or mechanism.

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Control System

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A collection of components that work together to manage the behavior of a machine or process.

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Electrical Control

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A type of control system that uses electricity to operate devices and manage systems. For example, a thermostat controls the heating and cooling in a building by regulating electrical signals.

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Electronic Control

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A system that uses electronic circuits to regulate and control machinery or processes. An example is the use of microcontrollers in modern appliances, which can automatically adjust functions based on input.

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Evaluation

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The process of assessing or examining a system to determine its performance and effectiveness.

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Failure

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A situation where a system or mechanism does not work as intended.

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Mechanical Control

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Control systems that rely on mechanical components to function, such as levers or gears. A classic example is a bicycle’s braking system, which uses mechanical control to slow down the bike.

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Mechanism

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A system of parts that work together to perform a specific function or movement.

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Model

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A simplified representation of a system used to analyze and understand its components and functions.

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Replacement

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The act of substituting a component within a system due to failure or inefficiency.