Discontinuous systems. Lyapunov analysis and robust synthesis under uncertainty conditions (Q947475)

The primary concern of this book is stability analysis and robust control synthesis of uncertain discontinuous systems within the framework of methods of nonsmooth Lyapunov functions. Motivating examples for this type of systems are mechanical systems with complex nonlinear phenomena (collision, backlash, dry friction). Another motivation comes from the rapidly developed area of variable structure control. Besides the finite-dimensional treatment, robust control algorithms for infinite-dimensional systems such as time delay systems and distributed parameter systems, are also presented. The book is intended for graduate students and control specialists interested in the discontinuous systems theory and control applications. No background in discontinuous systems is required, as such systems are conceptually introduced at the appropriate level.