Adaptive-predictive control of a class of SISO nonlinear systems (Q5959847)

An adaptive-predictive control algorithm is developed for a class of SISO nonlinear discrete-time systems based on a generalized predictive control (GPC) approach. The design is model-free, based directly on pseudo-partial-derivatives derived on-line from the input and output information of the system using a recursive least square type of identification algorithm. The proposed control is especially useful for nonlinear systems with vaguely known dynamics. Robust stability of the closed-loop system is analyzed and proven in the paper. Simulation and real-time application examples are provided for real nonlinear systems that are known to be difficult to model and control.