Numerical Solutions of Singular Control Problems.

Abstract

In the thesis, three different methods are used in the optimization of control problems with the aid of digital computers. All three methods are extended to find singular solutions. The general technique used is to assume a nonoptimal control u sup m and compute a delta u which will drive the control closer to an optimal in order to minimize an integral cost function. The control must satisfy inequality constraints of the form /u(t)/< or = k, where k is a constant. The three methods used are optimum gradient, conjugate gradient, and parallel tangent. Two examples are presented with their respective analytical solutions and numerical solutions using each of the above methods. Comparisons are shown between the analytical and numerical solutions. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1971
Accession Number
AD0725740

Entities

People

  • Policarpo Simose

Organizations

  • Louisiana State University

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Computers
  • Digital Computers
  • Inequalities
  • Integrals
  • Optimization

Fields of Study

  • Mathematics

Readers

  • Linear Algebra
  • Systems Analysis and Design