Control of Nonlinear Distributed Parameter Systems (PDF)

Incorporating the most recent progress in mathematical control theory applications, this timely reference provides insightful analyses of the influence and relation of nonlinear partial differential equations to control systems.





Contains state-of-the-art reviews, including presentations from a recent conference cosponsored by the National Science Foundation, the Institute of Mathematics and Its Applications, the University of Minnesota, and Texas A&M University!





Encompassing an extensive breadth of interdisciplinary concerns, Control of Nonlinear Distributed Parameter Systems

* investigates control laws, stability and optimization systems, and feedback syntheses for systems defined by partial differential equations

* chronicles advances in "smart" materials, developing methodology for nonlinear distributed parameter systems (DPS), and dynamical systems

* illuminates the effects of chaotic behavior on linear wave equations

* articulates the theory and method for attaining dual control of nonconvex DPS

* explains how to achieve bilinear control for semilinear parabolic equations

* details modeling, synthesis, and simulation techniques for static buckling and optimal control of beams, rods, and nonlinear infinite dimensional systems

* and much more!



Compiling expert contributions from 25 authorities in the field, Control of Nonlinear Distributed Parameter Systems serves as an irreplaceable resource for mathematical analysts and control theorists; control, aerospace, civil, mechanical, design, electrical, and electronics engineers; industrial and applied mathematicians; and upper-level undergraduate and graduate students in these disciplines.