A mechanical system consists of (i) a power source and actuators that generate forces and movement, (ii) a system of mechanisms that shape the actuator input to achieve a specific application of output forces and movement, and (iii) a controller with sensors that compares the output to a performance goal and then directs the actuator input.
Committee with a continued existence, formed to do its assigned work on an ongoing basis. Budget and finance committees generally are standing committees. See also ad hoc committee.
Define standing committee. standing committee synonyms, standing committee pronunciation, standing committee translation, English dictionary definition of standing committee. n a permanent committee appointed to deal with a specified subject n. a permanent committee, as of a legislature, dealing with a designated subject.