THE APPLICATION OF MODERN COMPUTING TECHNOLOGY TO CONTROL SYSTEM ANALYSIS AND DESIGN PROBLEMS,

Abstract

The analysis and design of multiloop, multivariable, linear control systems requires the use of computers. Algorithms are introduced for applying frequency response, time response, and root locus methods to such systems with the aid of a digital computer. A digital program, AUTO, is described which, through the use of a gradient optimization scheme, automatically synthesizes compensation for multiloop continuous and digital control systems so as to achieve a desired open-loop frequency response. The application of analog, digital, and hybrid computers to the simulation of control system time-domain performance is discussed and the strengths and weaknesses of each type of simulation are highlighted. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 1967
Accession Number
AD0660133

Entities

People

  • T. C. Coffey

Organizations

  • The Aerospace Corporation

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Algorithms
  • Computers
  • Control Simulators
  • Control Systems
  • Digital Computers
  • Frequency
  • Frequency Response
  • Hybrid Computers
  • Simulations
  • Simulators
  • Time Domain

Readers

  • Control Systems Engineering.
  • Defense Acquisition Program Management