DYNAMIC LINEARIZATION
Abstract
The conventional techniques for the linearization of nonlinear systems are presented as an introduction to the study. Dynamic st tistical linearization is contrasted to the e chni u d i d v lop s e s of repr n ing the dynamic beh vior of ZMNL (zero-m ory nonline r) sys ems, in order that the calculations of synthesis or control might be simplified. The method is designed to obtain a satisfactory approximation for w ole r nges of i pu s of a given class, such as the classes of step functions, sinusoids, and the like. This analy is, considered as the first step in a two-step attack, limits its lf to a discussion of systems which can be represented in a general open-loop form. The ZMNL devic within this configuration is replaced by a static nonlinear-gain term in series wit an equivalent linear transfer function. Equations are developed for the best approximations to both piecewise-linear and polynomial nonlin ariti s subject o bo h specified nd un p cified magnitude dis ributions. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1962
- Accession Number
- AD0277426
Entities
People
- Walter J. Culver