feedforward
- adjective
- /ˈfiːdˌfɔːrwərd/
- Specialized
- The engineers designed a feedforward process to ensure timely responses without waiting for feedback.
- feedforward topology
- feedforward control
- incoherent feedforward
Examples
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The contribution of feedforward and feedback mechanisms to the flow increase remains unclear.
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Another option is to use feedforward control to avoid the slime and algae problem.
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We can see that the first problem is the feedforward effect.
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Whereas in the case of this feedforward loop, what is little N and what's little G?
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The incoherent feedforward topology lies at the core of equations 5 and 6 in the main text.
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One pathway to perfect adaptation is the so-called incoherent feedforward topology.
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Typically, plants using feedforward control overfeed the dechlorinating agent to make sure that the chlorine residual is destroyed.
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Tsu-Chin Tsao has made seminal contributions in repetitive, feedforward, and adaptive control.
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In a feedforward control system, data is transmitted in one direction to improve efficiency.
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Using feedforward strategies allows the project to advance rapidly without the need for constant revisions.
Synonyms
Working or moving in only one direction
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Morphology
Etymology
Feedforward comes from the simple words feed ('to give or supply') and forward ('ahead' or 'to the front'). It describes a system that 'sends information ahead' so it can act without waiting for feedback.