Automatic control engineering Books

System and Control theory is one of the most exciting areas of contemporary engineering mathematics. From the analysis of Watt's steam engine governor - which enabled the Industrial Revolution - to the design of controllers for...

The series Advances in Industrial Control aims to report and encourage technology transfer in control engineering. The rapid development of control technology has an impact on all areas of the control discipline. New theory,...

by Conference Chairman n1 It is my pleasure to introduce this volume of Proceedings for the 33 MATADOR Conference. The Proceedings include 83 refereed papers submitted from 19 countries on 4 continents. 00 The spread of papers...

This book describes the evolution of feedback theory, from its simplest form to more complex guises, and connects this to the control of complex systems. It systematically develops a new approach to the synthesis of non-linear...

The series Advances in Industrial Control aims to report and encourage technology transfer in control engineering. The rapid development of control technology has an impact on all areas of the control discipline. New theory,...

This monograph couples output regulation with several recent developments in modern control theory. It re-examines output regulation theory to achieve a design of controllers that take into account the physical limiting...

This book is based on a workshop entitled.: Model " Identification and Adap­ tive Control: From Windsurfing to Telecommunications" held in Sydney, Aus­ tralia, on December 16, 2000. The workshop was organized in honour of Pro­...

Over the past decades, although stochastic system control has been studied intensively within the field of control engineering, all the modelling and control strategies developed so far have concentrated on the performance of...

As the use and relevance of robotics for countless scientific purposes grows all the time, research into the many diverse elements of the subject becomes ever more important and in demand. This volume examines in depth the most...

Modern computer-based control systems are able to collect a large amount of information, display it to operators and store it in databases but the interpretation of the data and the subsequent decision making relies mainly on...

Sheet and film processes include coating, papermaking, metal rolling, and polymer film extrusion. Products produced by these processes include paper, bumper stickers, plastic bags, windshield safety glass, and sheet metal. The...

Early and accurate fault detection and diagnosis for modern chemical plants can minimise downtime, increase the safety of plant operations, and reduce manufacturing costs. The process-monitoring techniques that have been most...

From the reviews: "The book is an excellent combination of theory and real-world applications. Each application not only demonstrates the power of the theoretical results but also is important on its own behalf." IEEE Control...

This unique book is the only recent summary presenting a comprehensive, up-to-date and detailed treatment of relay feedback theory, the use of relay feedback for process identification and the use of identified models for...

Using relevant mathematical proofs and case studies illustrating design and application issues, this book demonstrates this powerful technique in the light of research on neural networks, which allow the identification of...

The purpose of this monograph is to give the broad aspects of nonlinear identification and control using neural networks. It uses a number of simulated and industrial examples throughout, to demonstrate the operation of...

Written in a self-contained tutorial fashion, this monograph successfully brings the latest theoretical advances in the design of robust adaptive systems to the realm of industrial applications. It provides a theoretical basis...

This monograph presents new methodologies to improve power plants' efficiency, by using automatic control algorithms. This will lead to an improvement in companies' profit and also in the quality of their final product. A...

Advanced Mechatronics and MEMS Devicesdescribes state-of-the-art MEMS devices and introduces the latest technology in electrical and mechanical microsystems. The evolution of design in microfabrication, as well as emerging issues in nanomaterials,...

"Fault Detection and Isolation: Multi-Vehicle Unmanned System" deals with the design and development of fault detection and isolation algorithms for unmanned vehicles such as spacecraft, aerial drones and other related vehicles. Addressing fault...

Navigation in Space by X-ray Pulsars will consist of two parts. One is on modeling of X-ray pulsar signals. The second part explains how X-ray pulsar signals can be used to solve the relative navigation problem. This book formulates the problem, proposes...

This book is an introduction to the mathematical theory of design for articulated mechanical systems known as linkages. The focus is on sizing mechanical constraints that guide the movement of a work piece, or end-effector, of the system. The function of...

Rapid Tooling Guidelines for Sand Casting describes the guidelines for the sand casting industry in using rapid tooling processes. Topics in the seven chapters include sand casting processes, tool design and construction, fast freeform fabrication...

Computer Methods for Analysis of Mixed-Mode Switching Circuits provides an in-depth treatment of the principles and implementation details of computer methods and numerical algorithms for analysis of mixed-mode switching...

This book aims at providing a view of the current trends in the development of research on Synthesis and Control of Discrete Event Systems. Papers col­ lected in this volume are based on a selection of talks given in June and...

"Control of Complex Systems: Structural Constraints and Uncertainty" focuses on control design under information structure constraints, with a particular emphasis on large-scale systems. The complexity of such systems poses serious computational...

"Neural Network-Based State Estimation of Nonlinear Systems" presents efficient, easy to implement neural network schemes for state estimation, system identification, and fault detection and Isolation with mathematical proof of stability, experimental...

This book encompasses the study of hybrid switching di usion processes and their applications. The word \hybrid" signi es the coexistence of c- tinuous dynamics and discrete events, which is one of the distinct features of the processes under...

1. The Modeling of Single-DOF Mechanical Systems.- 2. Time Response of First- and Second-Order Dynamical Systems.- 3. Simulation of Single-DOF Systems.- 4. Modeling of Multi-DOF Mechanical Systems.- 5. Vibration Analysis of Two-DOF Systems.- 6. Vibration...

Model-Based Control will be a collection of state-of-the-art contributions in the field of modelling, identification, robust control and optimization of dynamical systems, with particular attention to the application domains of motion control systems...

Artificial intelligence had been developed to be applied to any service , working aspects, e.g. auto-driven cars. In the future, it may replace manual transport drivers in possible, e.g. non-manual driven tram, train, bus, taxi etc. public transport...

In my this book , I shall explain why and how human can possible apply (AI) tool to predict consumer individual emotion. I shall indicate case studies to explain how consumer individual better or worse emotion how to influence whose consumption behavior...

As the world grapples with pressing environmental challenges, the need for sustainable solutions has never been more urgent. From climate change to resource depletion, our planet faces unprecedented threats that require immediate action. Revolutionizing...

As society transitions into the digital age, the demand for advanced robotics and autonomous systems has remained unchanged. However, the field faces significant challenges bridging the gap between current capabilities and the potential for brilliant,...

The demand for efficiency and intelligent decision-making has become paramount, prompting a crucial examination of the limitations of traditional automation. Organizations find themselves at a crossroads, searching for a transformative solution that...

In the rapidly transforming landscape of fast-paced technology evolution, the fusion of artificial intelligence (AI) and humanoid robotics is set to redefine academia as we know it. From advancements in AI, humanoid robotics, nano and bio technologies,...

In a world where automation is quickly becoming a standard, a significant challenge arises - the need for robots to overcome their inherent limitations in processing power and storage. This bottleneck restricts their potential for innovation and...

In the ever-evolving landscape of management, the introduction of robo-advisors has introduced challenges and opportunities that require careful examination. Organizations grapple with the profound impact of these automated systems on decision-making...

The chasm between the physical capabilities of Intelligent Robotics and Autonomous Systems (IRAS) and their cognitive potential presents a formidable challenge. While these machines exhibit astonishing strength, precision, and speed, their intelligence...

In the ancient world, health seekers traversed vast distances to pursue well-being. Fast forward to the 21st century, and the concept of medical tourism has evolved into a global industry worth billions of dollars. The burgeoning demand for quality...

The fusion of drones and Industry 5.0 has emerged as a transformative force, redefining the landscape of industrial progress. Drone Applications for Industry 5.0 reveals the strong connection between drones and Industry 5.0, exploring how they come...

In modern marketing, a pivotal challenge has surfaced - finding the delicate balance between automation and human interaction. This challenge stems from the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, which, while promising...

The academic community is currently facing the challenge of navigating the complexities of swarm robotics. This field demands understanding the design, control, and coordination of autonomous robotic swarms. The intricacies of developing algorithms that...

Autonomous weapons are changing the face of modern warfare, and their potential impact is both awe-inspiring and unsettling. "Algorithmic Warfare: The Rise of Autonomous Weapons" is a comprehensive analysis of the development, deployment, and ethical...

As Bangladesh builds on a decade of strong economic growth, this executive summary explains why creating an economic corridor can drive the massive structural transformation it needs to ensure its development is sustainable and equitable.Detailing the...

Metrology is part of the essential but largely hidden infrastructure of the modern world. This book concentrates on the infrastructure aspects of metrology. It introduces the underlying concepts: International system of units, traceability and...

This book offers an in-depth discussion related to metrological aspects of automated tests. The accuracy of experimental estimates of test object performance is examined from the standpoint of their statistical variance and systematic biases. The...