Nonlinear observers for two classes of perturbed systems (Q1767943)

Nonlinear, finite-dimensional, continuous-time control systems with constant coefficients are considered. It is assumed that nonlinear perturbations are present in the output algebraic equation or in the feedback gain. Using the theory of nonlinear differential equations and methods taken directly from stability and observability theory, a design procedure for nonlinear observers is introduced and discussed in detail. Numerical illustrative examples together with simulation results are also given. Many remarks concerning nonlinear observers are presented. Finally, it should be pointed out that similar problems have been discussed in the paper of \textit{L. R. Hunt} and \textit{M. S. Verma} [``Observers for nonlinear systems in steady state'', IEEE Trans. Autom. Control 39, No.~10, 2113--2118 (1994; Zbl 0825.93080)].