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Closed-loop controller

Nicholas Minorsky

Closed-loop control uses feedback to regulate dynamical systems. It requires sensors, a controller, actuators, and a plant. It improves disturbance rejection, stability, and accuracy over open-loop methods—but depends entirely on correct implementation, sensor fidelity, and controller design. Nicholas Minorsky is not mentioned in the source material.