Discrete-Time Inverse Optimal Control for Nonlinear Systems proposes a novel inverse optimal control scheme for stabilization and trajectory tracking of discrete-time nonlinear systems. This avoids the need to solve the associated Hamilton-Jacobi-Bellman equation and minimizes a cost functional, resulting in a more efficient controller.
Design More Efficient Controllers for Stabilization and Trajectory Tracking of Discrete-Time Nonlinear Systems
The book presents two approaches for controller synthesis: the first based on passivity theory and the second on a control Lyapunov function (CLF). The synthesized discrete-time optimal controller can be directly implemented in real-time systems. The book also proposes the use of recurrent neural networks to model
The book presents recent advances in the theory of neural control for discrete-time nonlinear systems with multiple inputs and multiple outputs. It provides solutions for the output trajectory tracking problem of unknown nonlinear systems based on sliding modes and inverse optimal control scheme.
Author:Ching-Hong Ho
Chiun-Yan Lin
Jhao-Ying Wu
Ming-Fa Lin
Po-Hsin Shih
Shih-Yang Lin
Thi-Nga Do
Wiebke Rabe
Publishing date:2019
This book offers a comprehensive overview of diverse quantization phenomena in layered materials, covering current mainstream experimental and theoretical research studies. It presents essential properties of layered materials and provides a wealth of figures.
Edited by experts at the leading edge of the development of causal assessment methods for more than two decades, Ecological Causal Assessment gives insight and expert guidance on how to identify cause-effect relationships in environmental systems. The book discusses the importance of asking the fundamental question "Why did this effect happen?" before moving on to "How can we fix it?"
The book provides a deeper understanding of different philosophical and analytical approaches, and of cognitive tendencies that can lead to errors. It describes formal processes for causal assessment that are particularly helpful when the situation is complex or contentious. It also describes how to approach the analysis of available data and to optimize collection efforts. The text
Explores program analyzers, reverse engineering tools, and re engineering tools and explains the best ways to deploy them. This book discusses using XML-based tools, the roles of software components, object technology, and metaprogramming in improving systems maintenance, and how to align software with business goals through strategic maintenance.
The aim of the book is to provide a comprehensive review of the devices of Li-ion, Na-ion, Mg-ion and supercapacitors and introduce the next-generation rechargeable batteries and supercapacitors. It will serve as a valuable reference for researchers working with energy storage technologies across the fields of physics, chemistry, and engineering.
With illustrative designs and examples, this title covers various aspects of electronics fundamentals. It begins with semiconductors and diodes, the simplest form of semiconductor device. It goes on to examine the bipolar junction transistor (BJT), field effect transistor (FET), operational amplifier (Op-Amp), and electronics instruments.
Engineering has changed dramatically in the last century. With modern computing systems, instantaneous communication, elimination of low/mid management, increased complexity, and extremely efficient supply chains, all have dramatically affected the responsibilities of engineers at all levels. The future will require cost effective systems that are more secure, interconnected, software centric, and complex. Employees at all levels need to be able to develop accurate cost estimates based upon defensible cost analysis. It is under this backdrop that this book is being written.
By presenting the methods, processes, and tools needed to conduct cost analysis, estimation, and management of complex systems, this textbook is the next step beyond basic engineering economics.
This covers the basic principles and practice such as vertical control, distance, angles and position right through to the most modern technologies: geodesy, GPS, satellite positioning, rigorous estimation of control coordinates, and mass data methods of photogrammetry and laser scanning and the role of inertial technology.
This new edition of ENT: An Introduction and Practical Guide provides an essential introduction to the clinical examination, treatment and surgical procedures within ENT. It encompasses the conditions most commonly encountered in the emergency setting, on the ward and in the outpatient clinic.With its highly practical approach and step-by-step guidance,this book will be invaluable for all surgical trainees studying for higher postgraduate examinations in ENT, as well as an essential guide for otorhinolaryngologists, primary care practitioners and specialist ENT nurses in the early years of training.
Environmental Fluid Mechanics provides comprehensive coverage of a combination of basic fluid principles and their application in a number of different situations-exploring fluid motions on the earth's surface, underground, and in oceans-detailing the use of physical and numerical models and modern computational approaches for the analysis of environmental processes.
Environmental Fluid Mechanics covers novel scaling methods for a variety of environmental issues; equations of motion for boundary layers; hydraulic characteristics of open channel flow; surface and internal wave theory; the advection diffusion equation; sediment and associated contaminant transport in lakes and streams; mixed layer modeling in lakes; remediation; transport processes at the air/water
Author:Christina Skourou
Friedo Zoelzer
Friedo Zoelzer
Friedo Zolzer
Gaston Meskens
Jim Malone
Jim Malone
Publishing date:2018
This book surveys existing ethical frameworks for radiological protection and medical practice and provides the latest developments and new protocols in the field.
This book considers the most contemporary innovations propelling the extractive industries forward while also creating new environmental and social challenges. The socio-ecological fabric of innovation in the extractive industries is considered through an integrative approach that brings together engineers, natural scientists, and social scientists-academics and practitioners-giving an empirically grounded and realistic evaluation of the innovations in this sector. It synthesizes a series of questions including: "This wide-ranging compendium scans a broad horizon of current extractives industry issues, as well as offering some tantalizing glimpses into the future."
-- Tom Butler, CEO, International Council on Metals and Mining (ICMM), London, United Kingdom
"The
Author:(Chair Moatamedi
Hassan Khawaja
M Moatamedi
Publishing date:2018
This book provides an introduction to finite element analysis as a tool for the solution of practical engineering problems; teach the principles of finite element analysis including the mathematical fundamentals as required; to how to construct an appropriate finite element model of a physical system, to interpret the results of the analysis.
Finite Element Computations in Mechanics with R: A Problem-Centred Programming Approach provides introductory coverage of the finite element method (FEM) with the R programming language, emphasizing links between theory and implementation of FEM for problems in engineering mechanics.
This book describes in detail the scientific philosophy of the formation and stabilization-destabilization of foams. It presents all hierarchical steps of a foam, the properties of adsorption layers formed by foaming agents, the properties of foam films as the building blocks of a foam and the details of real foams, including fields of application.
Presents a practical, elementary introduction to fractal geometry and chaotic dynamics - subjects that have attracted immense interest in the scientific and engineering disciplines. This book uses many illustrations to convey the concepts required for comprehension of the subject. It provides plenty of problems to test understanding.
Functional Foods and Biotechnology illuminates the role of metabolic and biochemical processing in the improvement of functional foods with targeted health benefits and increased nutrient value.
The book will examine all aspects of environmental site assessment and remediation and outline the interdisciplinary skills needed to work in the field.
Molecular symmetry (MS) is an easily applied tool for understanding and predicting many of the properties of molecules. This work shows how to set up symmetry groups for molecules using more fundamental ideas. It provides an introductory description of MS and quantum mechanics to show how MS is to be understood and used.
This book analyzes the various semi-analytical and analytical methods for finding approximate and exact solutions of fractional order partial differential equations. It explores approximate and exact solutions obtained by various analytical methods for fractional order partial differential equations arising in physical models.
This 2nd edition of the 2009 original textbook shows the engineer how to take geological conditions into account in his projects, and how to exploit a wide range of natural resources in an intelligent way, reduce geological hazards, and manage subsurface pollution.
This book will present new research regarding the interdisciplinary applications of spatial information sciences for identification, assessment, monitoring, and modeling issues related to natural resources and environmental management.
