thermostatbased
Thermostatbased denotes systems that regulate temperature primarily through thermostats, which compare a measured temperature with a user-defined setpoint and trigger actuators to adjust heat output, cooling, or flow. The term is commonly used in discussions of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, but can also apply to industrial processes where simple, autonomous thermal control is preferred.
Core components include thermostats, temperature sensors, actuators (furnaces, boilers, fans, valves, dampers), and control logic. Most
Applications include residential and commercial HVAC, radiant floor heating, water heating controls, and certain greenhouse or
Advantages include energy efficiency, ease of use, low cost, and straightforward maintenance. Limitations include lag between