Control Systems

- Consists of subsystems and processes (or plants) assembled for the purpose of
controlling the outputs of the processes
- An arrangement of physical components connected or related in such a
manner as to command, direct, or regulate itself or another system
Three basic types of control systems:
1. Man-made control systems
2. Natural, including biological control systems
3. Control systems whose components are both man-made and natural
Examples:
1. Electric switch
2. Thermostatically controlled heater or furnace automatically regulating the
temperature of a room or enclosure
3. Pointing at an object with a finger
4. The human perspiration system
5. A man driving an automobile
Advantages:
1. Power amplification
2. Remote control
3. Convenience of input form
4. Compensation for disturbances
Control systems engineering
- An exciting field in which one can apply his/her engineering background
because it cuts across numerous disciplines and numerous functions within those
disciplines.
- Understanding control systems enables students from all branches of
engineering to speak a common language and develop an appreciation and working
knowledge of the other branches

Control Engineer
- Can be found at the top level of large projects, engaged at the conceptual
phase in determining or implementing overall system requirements.
- Other engineers are engaged only in one area, but control systems engineers
work in a broad arena and interacting with people from numerous branches of
engineering and sciences.
History of Control Systems
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