Plant (control theory)

In control theory, a "plant" refers to the system or process that is being controlled or regulated. It can be any physical system, such as a mechanical device, electrical circuit, chemical process, or even a software system, which requires control systems to manage its behavior and performance. The characteristics of a plant can include: 1. **Inputs**: Variables that can be manipulated to influence the behavior of the system (e.g., forces, voltages, or flow rates).