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closed loop en · NOUN

Meanings

1. A path whose initial point is equal to its terminal point.
2. (alt-of, alternative) Alternative form of closed curve.
   alt of closed curve
3. (qualifier:cybernetics) A feedback loop, especially when found in: ▸ A closed-loop transfer function.
4. A feedback loop, especially when found in: ▸ An electronic feedback loop.
5. A feedback loop, especially when found in: ▸ A PID controller.
6. A closed ecological system.
7. Closed-loop communication.
8. The process of pulling water from one area of a reef aquarium and pumping it immediately elsewhere in the tank to create higher flow and minimize dead spots.
9. An economy in which materials are consistently reused rather than discharged as waste.
10. (abbreviation, alt-of, clipping) Clipping of closed time loop.
    alt of closed time loop
11. (alt-of, alternative) Alternative form of knot loop.
    alt of knot loop

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Relateds

open-loop · close the loop