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Book Model Error Concepts   Compensation

Download or read book Model Error Concepts Compensation written by R.E. Skelton and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2014-06-28 with total page 153 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents a state-of-the-art review of model error concepts, their characterization and compensation in estimation and control problems, with particular emphasis on error propagation, model order selection, performance guarantees, sensitivity and adaptive methods. Main topics covered include linear and nonlinear systems, identification, robotics, computer-aided design, signal processing, computers and communication in control, automation and real time control of processes.

Book The Evolution of Conceptual Modeling

Download or read book The Evolution of Conceptual Modeling written by Roland Kaschek and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2011-02-04 with total page 348 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Conceptual modeling represents a recent approach to creating knowledge. It has emerged in response to the computer revolution, which started in the middle of the 20th century. Computers, in the meantime, have become a major knowledge media. Conceptual modeling provides an answer to the difficulties experienced throughout the development of computer applications and aims at creating effective, reasonably priced, and sharable knowledge about using computers in business. Moreover, it has become evident that conceptual modeling has the potential to exceed the boundaries of business and computer usage. This state-of-the-art survey originates from the International Seminar on the Evolution of Conceptual Modeling, held in Dagstuhl Castle, Germany, in April 2008. The major objective of this seminar was to look into conceptual modeling from a historical perspective with a view towards the future of conceptual modeling and to achieve a better understanding of conceptual modeling issues in several different domains of discourse, going beyond individual (modeling) projects. The book contains 14 chapters. These were carefully selected during two rounds of reviewing and improvement from 26 presentations at the seminar and are preceded by a detailed preface providing general insights into the field of conceptual modeling that are not necessarily discussed in any of the chapters but nevertheless aid in conceptualizing the inner structure and coherence of the field. The chapters are grouped into the following three thematic sections: the evolution of conceptual modeling techniques; the extension of conceptual modeling to a service-oriented, peer-to-peer, or Web context; and new directions for conceptual modeling.

Book Multivariable Control for Industrial Applications

Download or read book Multivariable Control for Industrial Applications written by John O'Reilly and published by IET. This book was released on 1987 with total page 476 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Very Good,No Highlights or Markup,all pages are intact.

Book Identifiability of Parametric Models

Download or read book Identifiability of Parametric Models written by E. Walter and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2014-05-23 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Identifiability of Parametric Models provides a comprehensive presentation of identifiability. This book is divided into 11 chapters. Chapter 1 reviews the basic methods for structural identifiability testing. The methods that deal with large-scale models and propose conjectures on global identifiability are considered in Chapter 2, while the problems of initial model selection and generating the set of models that have the exact same input-output behavior are evaluated in Chapter 3. Chapters 4 and 5 cover nonlinear models. The relations between identifiability and the well-posedness of the estimation problem are analyzed in Chapter 6, followed by a description of the algebraic manipulations required for testing a model for structural controllability, observability, identifiability, or distinguishability in chapter 7. The rest of the chapters are devoted to the relations between identifiability and parameter uncertainty. This publication is beneficial to students and researchers aiming to acquire knowledge of the identifiability of parametric models.

Book Uncertain Models and Robust Control

Download or read book Uncertain Models and Robust Control written by Alexander Weinmann and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 1991 with total page 740 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: INHALT LANG: Introduction: Introductory Survey; Vector Norm. Matrix Norm. Matrix Measure; Functional Analysis, Function Norms and Control Signals.- Differential Sensitivity. Small-Scale Perturbation: Kronecker Calculus in Control Theory; Analysis Using Matrices and Control Theory; Eigenvalue and Eigenvector Differential Sensitivity; Transition Matrix Differential Sensitivity; Characteristic Polynomial Differential Sensitivity; Optimal Control and Performance Sensitivity; Desensitizing Control.- Robustness in the Time Domain: General Stability Bounds in Perturbed Systems; Robust Dynamic Interval Systems; Lyapunov-Based Methods for Perturbed Continuous-Time Systems; Lyapunov-Based Methods for Perturbed Discrete-Time Systems; Robust Pole Assignment; Models for Optimal and Interconnected Systems; Robust State Feedback Using Ellipsoid Sets; Robustness of Observers and Kalman-Bucy Filters; Initial Condition Perturbation, Overshoot and Robustness; Lnp-Stability and Robust Nonlinear Control.- Robustness in the Frequency Domain: Uncertain Polynomials. Interval Polynomials; Eigenvalues and Singular Values of Complex Matrices; Resolvent Matrix and Stability Radius; Robustness Via Singular-Value Analysis; Generalized Nyquist Stability of Perturbed Systems; Block-Structured Uncertainty and Structured Singular Value; Performance Robustness; Robust Controllers Via Spectral Radius Technique.- Coprime Factorization and Minimax Frequency Optimization: Robustness Based on the Internal Model Principle; Parametrization and Factorization of Systems; Hardy Space Robust Design.- Robustness Via Approximative Models: Robust Hyperplane Design in Variable Structure Control; SIngular Perturbaitons. Unmodelled High-Frequendy Dynamics; Control Using Aggregation Models; Optimum Control of Approximate and Nonlinear Systems; System Analysis via Orthogonal Functions; System Analysis Via Pulse Functions and Piecewise Linear Functions; Orthogonal Decomposition Applications.

Book RCS linear Discrete Actuator Study

Download or read book RCS linear Discrete Actuator Study written by Thomas Bailey and published by . This book was released on 1988 with total page 318 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The objective of the program was to develop the technology and demonstrate the use of linear discrete actuators combined with a rocket control system (RCS) to control the large angle slew and fine pointing/tracking of a simulated large flexible space structure. The linear actuators included proof-mass actuators, and a hub torquer to simulate a control moment gyro or reaction wheel actuator. The demonstration used the CSDL/AFAL ground test facility located at CSDL, Inc. The facility comprises the flexible test structure and actuators which are mounted on a low-friction, air-bearing table, and associated test instrumentation. The combined linear discrete and RCS actuators demonstrated significantly improved fine pointing/tracking a vibration suppression capability relative to the uses of the RCS alone. Keywords include: Linear discrete actuators, Proof-mass actuators, and Flexible structure control. (rh).

Book Robust Control of Linear Systems and Nonlinear Control

Download or read book Robust Control of Linear Systems and Nonlinear Control written by M. A. Kaashoek and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 1990 with total page 684 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume is the second of the three volume publication containing the proceedings of the 1989 International Symposium on the Mathemat ical Theory of Networks and Systems (MTNS-89), which was held in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, June 19-23, 1989 The International Symposia MTNS focus attention on problems from system and control theory, circuit theory and signal processing, which, in general, require application of sophisticated mathematical tools, such as from function and operator theory, linear algebra and matrix theory, differential and algebraic geometry. The interaction between advanced mathematical methods and practical engineering problems of circuits, systems and control, which is typical for MTNS, turns out to be most effective and is, as these proceedings show, a continuing source of exciting advances. The second volume contains invited papers and a large selection of other symposium presentations in the vast area of robust and nonlinear control. Modern developments in robust control and H-infinity theory, for finite as well as for infinite dimensional systems, are presented. A large part of the volume is devoted to nonlinear control. Special atten tion is paid to problems in robotics. Also the general theory of nonlinear and infinite dimensional systems is discussed. A couple of papers deal with problems of stochastic control and filterina. vi Preface The titles of the two other volumes are: Realization and Modelling in System Theory (volume 1) and Signal Processing, Scattering and Operator Theory, and Numerical Methods (volume 3).

Book Real Time Programming 1988

Download or read book Real Time Programming 1988 written by A. Crespo and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2014-05-23 with total page 99 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Digital computers are now used routinely in on-line control systems. As applications become more complex and costs of developing software rise, the need for good software tools becomes vital. This volume presents 14 papers on the most recent developments within real-time programming - languages for real-time programming, software development tools and the application of real-time systems within industry.

Book Distributed Computer Control Systems 1988

Download or read book Distributed Computer Control Systems 1988 written by Th. d'Epinay Lalive and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2014-06-28 with total page 147 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Continuing the forward thinking of previously held distributed computer control systems meetings, this volume discusses both the positive and negative views on trends in OSI-based communications; the development of the fieldbus; the importance of the incorporation into basic real time operating systems to be used for distributed systems of concepts such as time-stamping and access to global time-bases; and the influence of artificial-intelligence-based technologies on the distributed computer control world.

Book Artificial Intelligence in Real Time Control

Download or read book Artificial Intelligence in Real Time Control written by M. G. Rodd and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2014-05-23 with total page 159 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Artificial Intelligence in Real-Time Control documents the proceedings of the IFAC Workshop held in Clyne Castle, Swansea, UK, 21-23 September 1988. It includes two keynote addresses that discussed architectural issues for expert systems in real-time control; the problem of representing knowledge and reasoning; and the problems encountered in obtaining such information. Other papers contained in these proceedings are representative of the major research bodies active throughout the world in the application of AI techniques in real-time control, although it was inevitable that a Europe-based conference would highlight the work of the European groups. While AI is clearly still in the process of establishing itself, it is undoubtedly a major new area of engineering endeavor. Practical experience is still relatively limited, and many of the results discussed at this event were obtained through simulation or, in a few cases, from reduced practical experience. The importance, though, lies in the fact that many countries are pouring extensive resources into the attempt to control difficult processes by using AI techniques. The wide cross section of interest was demonstrated by the fact that many diverse industries were represented at the workshop—ranging from power-systems control to telecommunications, and into the steel industry.

Book Production Control in the Process Industry

Download or read book Production Control in the Process Industry written by E. O'shima and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2014-07-04 with total page 261 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The papers within this volume reflect the multidisciplinary approach taken by the workshop to the development and improvement of existing production control theories and practices as applied to the process industry. Subjects covered include production planning, quality control and assurance, operational control and maintenance strategy. The development of this area is seen by those at the workshop as only being achieved by various groups working together rather than in isolation, so that the overall aim of production control is not lost in too much detail. This volume will provide the reader with essential information on new initiatives in the process industry with regard to production control.

Book Automatic Control in Aerospace 1989

Download or read book Automatic Control in Aerospace 1989 written by T. Nishimura and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2014-05-23 with total page 299 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The papers presented at the Symposium covered the areas in aerospace technology where automatic control plays a vital role. These included navigation and guidance, space robotics, flight management systems and satellite orbital control systems. The information provided reflects the recent developments and technical advances in the application of automatic control in space technology.

Book Control of Distributed Parameter Systems 1989

Download or read book Control of Distributed Parameter Systems 1989 written by M. Amouroux and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2014-06-28 with total page 533 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume presents state-of-the-art reports on the theory, and current and future applications of control of distributed parameter systems. The papers cover the progress not only in traditional methodology and pure research in control theory, but also the rapid growth of its importance for different applications. This title will be of interest to researchers working in the areas of mathematics, automatic control, computer science and engineering.

Book Nonlinear Control Systems Design 1989

Download or read book Nonlinear Control Systems Design 1989 written by A. Isidori and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2014-05-23 with total page 429 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the last two decades, the development of specific methodologies for the control of systems described by nonlinear mathematical models has attracted an ever increasing interest. New breakthroughs have occurred which have aided the design of nonlinear control systems. However there are still limitations which must be understood, some of which were addressed at the IFAC Symposium in Capri. The emphasis was on the methodological developments, although a number of the papers were concerned with the presentation of applications of nonlinear design philosophies to actual control problems in chemical, electrical and mechanical engineering.

Book International Conflict Resolution Using System Engineering  SWIIS

Download or read book International Conflict Resolution Using System Engineering SWIIS written by H. Chestnut and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2014-07-04 with total page 163 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Finding an alternative to supplement military ways of resolving international conflicts has been taken up by many people skilled in various areas such as political science, economics, social studies, modelling and simulation, artificial intelligence and expert systems, military strategy and weaponry as well as private business and industry. The Workshop will therefore be of use as it looks at various control methods which would create a conciliatory social and political environment or climate for seeking and obtaining non-military solutions to international conflicts and to solutions to national conflicts which may lead to international conflicts.

Book Essays on the Economics of Migratory Fish Stocks

Download or read book Essays on the Economics of Migratory Fish Stocks written by Ragnar Arnason and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Following the publication of seminal papers by professors H. S. Gordon in 1954 and A. D. Scott in 1955, active research has led to rapid progress in our understanding of the economics of fisheries. Fishing, however, is a complicated activity involving intricate interactions between man-made fishing capital and naturally produced fish stocks in an inherently dynamic and stochastic setting. Consequently, in spite of significant advances, important sections of fisheries economics remain largely unexplored. One such area is the economics of migratory fish stocks. In 1985, the editors of this volume embarked on a research project concerned with the optimal utilization of common Nordic fish stocks. A fundamental feature of some of the most important of these fish stocks, such as the Atlanto-Scandian herring and the Icelandic capelin, is their migratory behaviour. Not only do the migrations continuously alter the economic conditions for harvesting these species. They also result in the periodical transfer of stock concentrations from one exclusive fisheries jurisdictions to another. It was readily apparent that this behaviour constituted a crucial determinant of the appropriate harvesting pattern of these stocks. More importantly, however, migrations are by no means a unique feature of Nordic fish stocks. In fact, it appears that migratory behaviour is exhibited, albeit in varying degrees, by all species of fish. It therefore stands to reason that migrations constitute an important aspect of the economics of fisheries in general.