EEE4018 Advanced Control Theory

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Version : 2.00
Pre-requisite : EEE3001
Objectives
 To impart the in-depth knowledge in the field of control theory, analysis and design of MIMO systems
in state space and certain non-linear systems, stability study of linear andnon-linear systems
Expected Outcomes
 Analyse MIMO systems by state space approach
 Analyse stability of linear and non – linear systems
 Design of controller and observer for simplepractical dynamic systems

Module Topics Hrs. SLO's

STATE VARIABLE REPRESENTATION:
Introduction , Concept of State Equation for Dynamic Systems, Non
1 Uniqueness of State model, State Diagrams , Physical Systems and 6 1,2,9
State Assignments - State space representation of multivariable systems
SOLUTION TO STATE EQUATIONS:
2 State transition matrix – Properties and Computation. Controllability 6 1,2,5,9
and Observability, Stabilizability and Detectability.
DESIGN IN STATE SPACE:
State Feedback, Output Feedback, Design Methods, Pole Assignment,
3 7 1,2,5,9
Full Order and Reduced Order Observers. Introduction to Linear
Quadratic problems.
INTRODUCTION TO NON LINEAR SYTEMS:
Introduction, Features of Linear and Non Linear Systems, Types of
4 5 1,2,17
non-linearity, Common nonlinearities in control systems, Typical
Examples , Concept of phase portraits – Singular points – Limit cycles
PHASE PLANE ANALYSIS:
Construction of phase portrait, Concepts of phase plane analysis Phase
5 7 1,2,5
plane analysis of linear system and nonlinear system, Existence of limit
cycles.
DESCRIBING FUNCTION ANALYSIS:
Describing function fundamentals, Describing functions of common
6 6 1,2,9
nonlinearities, Describing function analysis of nonlinear systems, Limit
cycles , Stability of Oscillations
STABILITY ANALYSIS:
Stability Concepts, Equilibrium Points, BIBO and Asymptotic Stability,
7 Lyapunov theory, Lyapunov’s Direct method, Variable gradient 6 1,2,5
method Frequency Domain Stability Criteria, Popov’s Method & its
Extension.
8 Recent Advances and contemporary issues by industry experts. 2 2,9
Total Lecture Hours
# Mode: Flipped Class Room, [Lecture to be videotaped], Use of physical and
computer models to lecture, Visit to Industry and study about the Linear and Non- 45
linear systems. Minimum of 2 lectures by industry experts.

Text Books:
1. Katsuhiko Ogata, "Modern Control Engineering ", PHI Learning Pvt Ltd,5th Edition, 2010
2. Hassan K Khalil, "Nonlinear Control ", Pearson Prentice Hall, 1st Edition, 2014.

Reference Books:
1. M. Gopal, "Modern Control Systems Theory", New Age Publishers, 3rd Edition, 2014.
2. Richard C. Dorf, Robert H. Bishop, "Modern Control Systems", Prentice Hall, 12th Edition,
 2010.

Recommended by the Board of Studies on 05.03.16

Date of Approval by the Academic Council 18.03.16

List of sample Projects: SLOs

1. Control of Non-Minimum phase systems
2. Control of Under-actuated Systems
3. Lyapunov stability analysis for nonlinear systems
4. Hybrid control of DC motor in MATLAB
5. Pole placement via state feedback in DC motor control using MATLAB
6. Design of full order observer and reduced order observer of DC motor in
MATLAB
7. Stability analysis of straight and inverted pendulum
8. State modelling of armature controlled motor and field controlled motor 1, 2, 17
9. State modelling of magnetic suspension system
10. Controllability and observability of armature controlled dc motor
11. Controllability and observability of magnetic suspension system
12. Robust controller design for a time delay system
13. Robust control of an active suspension
14. Design of state feedback controlled, inverted pendulum problem with observer
15. State modelling of CSTR
16. Design of state feedback controlled, CSTR problem with observer.