controlreflecting
Controlreflecting is a design principle for control systems in which a dedicated reflective process monitors the actions of the primary controller and its outcomes, with the goal of improving stability, safety, and adaptability. The concept combines elements of control theory with reflective or metacognitive processes, drawing on ideas from supervisory control and self-monitoring. It is typically implemented as an auxiliary module or layer that observes performance indicators, constraints, and context to assess whether the controller’s decisions are appropriate.
Mechanism and components: A controlreflecting module observes state trajectories, control signals, performance metrics, and constraints. It
Applications and use cases: In robotics, autonomous vehicles, process industries, and complex cyber-physical systems, controlreflecting can
Advantages and limitations: Benefits include improved fault detection, adaptation to changing environments, and more transparent decision-making.