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4 Compositional Modelling of Distributed-Parameter Systems
The Hamiltonian formulation of distributed-parameter systems has been a challenging reserach area for quite some time. (A nice introduction,...
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2 Observer Design for Nonlinear Systems
In this chapter, an overview of main observability problems and possible observer designs for nonlinear systems is proposed. In particular the...
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A On the Literature’s Two Different Definitions of Uniform Global Asymptotic Stability for Nonlinear Systems
In this appendix we discuss two different deffnitions of uniform global asymptotic stability (UGAS), both used in the literature. In the first one,...
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A Novel Four legged linear piezoelectric inchworm motor with high thrust force
A major limitation of most linear motors is limited travel range and low load capacity. In this research, a large motion range piezoelectric Inchworm...
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Effects of interrupted aging T6I4 on hardness and fracture toughness of aeronautic AA7050 alloy
Al–Zn–Mg–Cu alloys have been extensively researched for aeronautical uses due to their good mechanical properties. Among these alloys, AA7050 is...
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Nonlinear dynamics of planetary gearboxes containing cracks
Gear cracks may occur during the operation of planetary driveline, leading to a huge safety hazard. However, few studies have been conducted to...
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Dynamic characteristics and test research of multibody system considering uneven wear clearances
The wear of rotating pair is a significant factor for the failure of mechanical systems. Currently, some scholars have undertaken investigations on...
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6 Structural Properties of Discrete and Continuous Linear Time-Varying Systems: A Unified Approach
The aim of this chapter is the study of structural properties of linear systems. Systems with time-varying coefficients are considered, both in the...
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1 Nonlinear Adaptive Stabilization via System Immersion: Control Design and Applications
This chapter presents a review of a recently developed methodology for the (adaptive) stabilization of nonlinear systems via state and output...
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5 Algebraic Analysis of Control Systems Defined by Partial Differential Equations
The present chapter contains the material taught within the module P2 of FAP 2004. The purpose of this intensive course is first to provide an...
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1 Introduction to Nonlinear Optimal Control
The maximum principle is presented in the weak and general forms. The standard proofs are detailed, and the connection with the shooting method for...
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3 Sampled-data Control of Nonlinear Systems
This chapter provides some of the main ideas resulting from recent developments in sampled-data control of nonlinear systems. We have tried to bring...
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4 Stability Analysis of Time-delay Systems: A Lyapunov Approach
This chapter is devoted to the stability problem of time-delay systems using time-domain approach. Some basic concepts of time-delay systems are...
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7 Structural Properties of Linear Systems – Part II: Structure at Infinit
This chapter is the sequel of [7]. Its topic is the structure at infinity of discrete and continuous linear time-varying systems in a unified...
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5 Controllability of Partial Differential Equations
In this section, we recall some basic elements of semigroup theory (see [25]). In particular, all the arguments of the results mentioned below can be...
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6 Stability, Told by Its Developers
Lyapunov stability theory is probably the most useful qualitative method to study the behaviour of dynamical systems; it benefits from at least 75...
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Finite element analysis and experimental investigation in incremental sheet metal forming of composite matrix of Grade-V titanium
The single point incremental forming (SPIF) method is well-suited to meet the demands of the biomedical and aerospace sectors and a wide range of...
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State and disturbance observer based robust disturbance rejection control for friction electro-hydraulic load simulator
Friction electro-hydraulic load simulator (FEHLS) classified as an electro-hydraulic torque servo mechanism, encounters significant challenges in the...
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A low-cost robotic system for simultaneous localization and map**
This paper presents a low-cost system for simultaneous localization and map** (SLAM) for unknown indoor environments. The system is based on a...
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Optimization and prediction of resistance seam weld quality in secondary coated steels using machine learning
With the use of ethanol blended fuel, secondary coating on steel becomes crucial to enhance the corrosion resistance in fuel tanks. Resistance seam...
