closed-loop system

1. a system that recirculates materials, information, or energy without external input.

2. a self-regulating system in which feedback from sensors enables a control mechanism to maintain a set of operating conditions. An example would be a central heating or air-conditioning system that is set to maintain an environment at a particular temperature. Compare open-loop system.

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Psychology term of the day

May 10th 2024

developmental milestone

any aspect of physical, cognitive, social, or emotional development that is significant and predictable, such that children throughout the world develop this ability, characteristic, or behavior at about the same time. Developmental milestones include presence of first teeth and language acquisition.