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servosystem

servosystem

8.8
A system where a small signal controls a larger movement to keep position accurate
  • noun
  • /ˈsɜrvəʊˌsɪstəm/
  • Specialized
translation icon : sistema servo
  • The robotic arm relies on a servosystem for precise movement control.

Examples

  • Modern aircraft use multiple servosystems to adjust flight surfaces.

  • A breakdown in the servosystem can result in loss of automation and accuracy.

  • The servosystem in the robot allows for precise movement.

  • A modern servosystem can enhance the performance of drones.

  • The robotic arm relies on a servosystem for precise movement control.

  • Modern aircraft use multiple servosystems to adjust flight surfaces.

  • A modern servosystem can enhance the performance of drones.

Synonyms

servo
vsservosystem
  • Specialized
15 8.5

A small motor that controls and moves larger parts exactly

focuses on using small input to control larger output with accuracy
servomechanism
vsservosystem
  • Specialized
1 9.9

A device that uses a small signal to move something much larger precisely, for example a robot arm

is the broader system applying that control to drive larger outputs

How Accurate

servosystem
  • Specialized
8.8
feedback loop
  • Specialized
16 4.2
control system
  • Specialized
39 3.9

Surface Forms

servosystem singular
servosystems plural

Morphology

servosystem = servo + system (transparent) = servo + system

Formed by the clear combination of 'servo' and 'system' meaning a system involving servomechanisms; the relation follows standard compounding logic.

Etymology

Servosystem comes from the Latin root servo meaning 'to keep' or 'to serve', like the English word 'serve', combined with the common word system meaning a group of parts. A servosystem is therefore a helper system that uses a small input and feedback to control a larger output and keep it accurate.