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Symptoms of a poorly designed Control System

Written by Robert Davis | May 16, 2023 6:54:55 PM
Overall, a well-designed control system should be accurate, responsive, flexible, reliable, scalable, user-friendly, and cost-effective.  

When a control system is not properly designed, there are several outcomes that will signal the need to evaluate and possibly redesign your existing system. But first... 

What is a Control System? 

A control system is a set of components and processes that work together to manage, regulate, and control the behavior of a system. All control systems, such as a mechanical governor on an engine or a thermostat on an electrical heater, are designed to ensure that the system behaves in a desired manner by regulating its inputs, processes, and outputs. Control systems are widely used in engineering, physics, chemistry, and other fields where it is necessary to maintain stability and optimize performance of a system.

Control systems are found in equipment and devices we encounter everyday, including: 


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Major symptoms of a poorly designed control system

  • Inaccuracy: A poorly designed control system may produce inaccurate results, which can lead to incorrect decisions, poor performance, and waste of resources.

  • Delay: The control system may have delays in responding to changes in the environment, which can cause the system to be slow or unresponsive.

  • Complexity: The control system may be too complex, making it difficult to understand or modify, and may require excessive maintenance and support.

  • Inflexibility: The control system may lack the ability to adapt to changes in the environment or to new requirements, which can result in a lack of agility and responsiveness.

  • Lack of reliability: A poorly designed control system may be prone to failures, errors, or malfunctions, which can lead to system downtime, data loss, or even safety hazards. 

  • Lack of scalability: The control system may not be able to handle increasing volumes of data or traffic, which can cause performance degradation or system failure.

  • Poor user experience: The control system may be difficult to use, with a confusing interface or unintuitive controls, which can lead to user frustration and errors.

  • High cost: The control system may be expensive to develop, deploy, or maintain, which can result in excessive costs and budget overruns. 

If you notice any of these symptoms in your control system, you should seek help in designing an effective control system that can help your organization improve product performance. 

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Understanding the Importance of Control System Design

Developing an innovative control system will set you apart from your competition, both in product performance and in results for your business. Success with maximizing product development returns comes from experience and expertise in control systems, both in understanding existing technology and in investing in the right solutions. Successful (and profitable) control system design is crucial, so make sure you have access to the knowledge and capabilities to make that happen. If you're unsure as to whether you or your team have those skills, your best option is to partner with a team that has this expertise and ensure your outcomes meet the potential of your project.  

 

Ready to Begin your next Control System Design? 

Whether you’re looking to enhance your current team or outsource a solution to meet rising demands on your time, working with Boston Engineering control systems experts is the right choice. Don't leave complex designs that rely on layers of integration to slow down your team, extend deadlines, or even worse: cause a project failure. Know you're going to get the results you want by working with an industry leader in development and deployment of high performance control  systems. 

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