servomechanism
/ˌsɜrvoʊˈmɛkəˌnɪzəm/
noun
- A system that automatically controls the position, speed, or force of a machine using feedback from sensors.
- The servomechanism in the telescope keeps it aimed at the star despite the Earth's rotation.
- The robotic arm's servomechanism allows it to pick up objects with great accuracy.
- Modern aircraft use a servomechanism to adjust the flaps during flight.
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