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For Hobbyists & Makers · Feedback Loop

Feedback Loop for a manipulator

Built for hobbyists & makers exploring it for fun. Play with real physics and math, no license and no setup — just open and tinker. Simulate a manipulator live below — adjust the inputs and watch it respond, right in your browser.

Feedback LoopLive

why feedback beats open-loop

Controls

Presets

Loop gain G

Plant drift (%)

Disturbance (%)

Feedback measures the output, compares it to the target, and corrects the difference. High loop gain shrinks both tracking error and the effect of disturbances by a factor of 1+G — which is why feedback control is everywhere, from thermostats to cruise control. Educational tool.

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Data Inspector

Closed-loop gain0.980

Error reduction51×

Disturbance rejected98%

Governing equation

T = \frac{G}{1 + G H} = \frac{50}{1 + 50 \cdot 1} = 0.980

Reading this result: Moderate gain divides both tracking error and disturbance by 1+G = 51×, cutting the 30% open-loop error down to 0.6%.

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Frequently asked questions

Is this good for hobbyists & makers?: Yes — this version of "Feedback Loop for a manipulator" is framed for hobbyists & makers exploring it for fun. Play with real physics and math, no license and no setup — just open and tinker.
Do I need to install anything?: No. It runs in any modern browser, free, with no account required.