Which outcome occurs when a proportional valve malfunctions within hydraulic actuator closed-loop control?

💡 Explanation

If the proportional valve sticks or has unpredictable performance, *servovalve dithering* is disrupted, creating unstable control; because the system overcorrects, resulting in oscillating movements and instability; therefore oscillations ensue, rather than static lock-up or unidirectional motion.

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