Optimal Control of a Double Integrator: A Primer on Maximum Principle

Author:   Arturo Locatelli
Publisher:   Springer International Publishing AG
Edition:   Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2017
Volume:   68
ISBN:  

9783319825045


Pages:   311
Publication Date:   22 April 2018
Format:   Paperback
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This book provides an introductory yet rigorous treatment of Pontryagin’s Maximum Principle and its application to optimal control problems when simple and complex constraints act on state and control variables, the two classes of variable in such problems. The achievements resulting from first-order variational methods are illustrated with reference to a large number of problems that, almost universally, relate to a particular second-order, linear and time-invariant dynamical system, referred to as the double integrator. The book is ideal for students who have some knowledge of the basics of system and control theory and possess the calculus background typically taught in undergraduate curricula in engineering. Optimal control theory, of which the Maximum Principle must be considered a cornerstone, has been very popular ever since the late 1950s. However, the possibly excessive initial enthusiasm engendered by its perceived capability to solve any kind of problem gave wayto its equally unjustified rejection when it came to be considered as a purely abstract concept with no real utility. In recent years it has been recognized that the truth lies somewhere between these two extremes, and optimal control has found its (appropriate yet limited) place within any curriculum in which system and control theory plays a significant role.

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Author:   Arturo Locatelli
Publisher:   Springer International Publishing AG
Imprint:   Springer International Publishing AG
Edition:   Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2017
Volume:   68
Dimensions:   Width: 15.50cm , Height: 1.70cm , Length: 23.50cm
Weight:   0.498kg
ISBN:  

9783319825045


ISBN 10:   3319825046
Pages:   311
Publication Date:   22 April 2018
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand   Availability explained
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Table of Contents

Introduction.- The Maximum Principle.- Integral constraints.- Punctual and isolated constrains.- Punctual and global constraints.- Singular arcs.- Simple constraints: J = ʃ , x(t0) = given.- Simple constraints: J = ʃ , x(t0) = not given.- Simple constraints: J = ʃ + m,… .- Non standard constraints on ... .- Minimum time problems.- References.

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The purpose of this book is to expose the theory and applications of the achievements resulting from first order variational methods. ... The book is highly recommended for graduate and advanced undergraduate students in the mathematical and engineering sciences and to scientists and professionals in these fields who are interested in broadening their knowledge of control theory and applications. (Mihail Voicu, zbMATH 1352.49001, 2017)


“The purpose of this book is to expose the theory and applications of the achievements resulting from first order variational methods. … The book is highly recommended for graduate and advanced undergraduate students in the mathematical and engineering sciences and to scientists and professionals in these fields who are interested in broadening their knowledge of control theory and applications.” (Mihail Voicu, zbMATH 1352.49001, 2017)


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Arturo Locatelli is Emeritus Professor of Control Theory at Politecnico di Milano, Italy.

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