Servo

/ˈsɜːrvoʊ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A servo is a device that provides feedback and control to a mechanical system, often used in robotics and automation.

The robot's arm was equipped with a precision servo to ensure accurate movements.

A type of motor that is capable of converting electrical signals into mechanical movement with feedback-control.

In model airplanes, servos are crucial for controlling the rudder and elevator.

A component in a control system that provides a means to actuate a load based on input signals.

The engineers decided to upgrade the servo system to improve the drone's stability.

Shortened from 'servomechanism', which dates back to early 20th century technical terminology.

servo motor

A type of motor that provides precise control of angular position.

servo mechanism

A system that uses a servo to control movement.

actuator

A device that converts energy into motion.

control

To direct the behavior of something.

A term used in robotics to refer to servo motors colloquially.

We're using a few servos for this model, should work beautifully.