The Smith Predictor is a control algorithm used primarily for processes with time delays. It is particularly effective in improving the performance of feedback control systems where delays can cause stability issues and degraded response characteristics. The main concept behind the Smith Predictor is to compensate for the time delay in the process by incorporating a model of the process dynamics into the control loop. ### Key Components: 1. **Process Model**: The Smith Predictor uses a mathematical model of the process to predict future output based on current and past inputs.
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