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thermostatcontrolled

Thermostat-controlled refers to a system or device whose operation is regulated by a thermostat to maintain a desired temperature. A thermostat senses temperature, compares it to a user-set point, and activates or deactivates heating or cooling devices to restore the target temperature. Some designs modulate output to adjust the level of heating or cooling rather than simply turning devices on and off.

Control methods range from simple on/off (bang-bang) control to more sophisticated feedback strategies such as proportional,

Common thermostat types include mechanical (bimetal or gas-filled) thermostats, electronic thermostats with digital sensors, programmable thermostats,

Applications span residential and commercial heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), refrigeration, ovens, water heaters, incubators,

Benefits of thermostat-controlled systems include improved comfort, energy efficiency, and safety by reducing the risk of

In broader contexts, thermostat control is a key component of building automation, energy management, and demand-response

See also thermostat, temperature control, HVAC, programmable thermostat, smart thermostat.

proportional-integral,
or
other
regulation
schemes
used
in
modern
electronics
and
HVAC
systems.
and
smart
thermostats
that
connect
to
networks
and
mobile
apps.
and
certain
industrial
processes
requiring
temperature
stability.
overheating.
Limitations
can
include
response
lag,
overshoot,
sensor
drift,
and
higher
initial
cost
for
advanced
models.
programs
that
adjust
loads
in
response
to
grid
conditions.