\(H_\infty\) control of multirate sampled-data systems: A state-space approach (Q1295135)

A state-space solution for the periodic multirate sampled-data \(H_\infty\) control problem is presented. The solution is expressed in terms of a pair of discrete algebraic Riccati equations together with a set of associated matrix positive-definiteness conditions and coupling criteria. The \(H_\infty\)-optimal controller has been obtained by using two different techniques. Both approaches result in the same synthesis equations and the same controller. In the first approach, the \(H_\infty\)-optimal controller is characterised by a pair of coupled Riccati equations with jumps. The Riccati equations can be discretized and the solution is expressed by two periodic Riccati difference equations and discrete-time coupling conditions. The solutions to these periodic equations can be expressed in terms of a pair of coupled standard algebraic Riccati equations. This direct approach allows for a general problem statement, including non-synchronised sampling and hold elements. The second approach is based on the lifting technique which has been adopted to construct a time-invariant discrete-time system associated with the periodic multirate problem. Then a solution of the causally constrained \(H_\infty\)-optimal control problem is obtained. This solution consists of two standard discrete algebraic Riccati equations, a set of associated coupling conditions and a set of matrix positive-definiteness criteria. Since the algebraic Riccati equations coincide with the equations associated with the unconstrained discrete-time \(H_\infty\) problem for the lifted time-invariant system description, standard discrete-time solution methods can be applied. The additional causality constraint associated with the periodic multirate system appears in the solution in the form of sets of positive-definiteness criteria and coupling conditions which are easy to check.