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feedforward

feedforward

8.2
Information moves in one direction without returning for correction
  • adjective
  • /ˈfiːdˌfɔːrwərd/
  • Specialized
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  • The engineers designed a feedforward process to ensure timely responses without waiting for feedback.
  • feedforward topology
  • feedforward control
  • incoherent feedforward

Examples

  • The contribution of feedforward and feedback mechanisms to the flow increase remains unclear.

    Academic text (2017)
  • Another option is to use feedforward control to avoid the slime and algae problem.

    Academic text (1998)
  • We can see that the first problem is the feedforward effect.

    Academic text (1991)
  • Whereas in the case of this feedforward loop, what is little N and what's little G?

  • The incoherent feedforward topology lies at the core of equations 5 and 6 in the main text.

    Academic text (2012)
  • One pathway to perfect adaptation is the so-called incoherent feedforward topology.

    Academic text (2012)
  • Typically, plants using feedforward control overfeed the dechlorinating agent to make sure that the chlorine residual is destroyed.

    Academic text (1998)
  • Tsu-Chin Tsao has made seminal contributions in repetitive, feedforward, and adaptive control.

    Academic text (2011)
  • In a feedforward control system, data is transmitted in one direction to improve efficiency.

  • Using feedforward strategies allows the project to advance rapidly without the need for constant revisions.

Synonyms

unidirectional
vsfeedforward
3 6.8

Working or moving in only one direction

focuses on information flow in processes that lack feedback loops

How Predictive

predictive
  • Specialized
25 4.9
feedforward
  • Specialized
8.2
anticipatory
6 5.9

Surface Forms

feedforward positive

Morphology

feedforward = feed (semi-transparent) = forward + feed

The compound is compositionally clear ('feed' + 'forward') but the term is specialized in technical contexts, so its specific sense may not be obvious to all learners. [Postprocessing: moved 'forward' from base_words to prefix]

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.