**Feedforward control (or “open-loop control”)** refers to the class of algorithms which incorporate knowledge of how the mechanism under control is expected to operate. For example, using physics we can account for the force of gravity, friction, and other forces. Using this “model” of operation, the control input is chosen to make the mechanism get close to where it should be. In general, feedforward control is required whenever the system requires some constant control signal to remain at the desired setpoint (such as position control of a vertical arm where gravity will cause the arm to fall)
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