Explore the world of PID controllers in this 25-minute talk from Churchill CompSci Talks. Delve into the mechanics behind control systems used in various applications, from cruise control to self-balancing quadcopters. Understand the principles of negative feedback loops and how they form the core of device intelligence. Learn about open and closed loop systems, stability in control systems, and the importance of each PID component. Discover the mathematical model behind PID controllers and gain intuition on why this calculus-based algorithm is so effective in practical applications. Witness a live simulation demonstrating PID controller tuning and improvements. Gain valuable insights into control system design and implementation through this comprehensive overview of PID controllers.