Principlev1PR-435
When a balancing feedback loop contains a delay between…
When a balancing feedback loop contains a delay between action and effect, expect the system to oscillate through overshooting and overcorrecting.
Why This Is a Principle
Derives from Exponential Information Decay (information decays over time) and The behavior of a system arises from its structure… (system structure determines behavior). The principle prescribes prediction: delays in balancing loops cause oscillation. This is actionable for diagnosis and design of systems.