Inverse system design for LPV systems using parameter-dependent Lyapunov functions

This paper addresses the design problem of gain-scheduled inverse systems (GSISs) for linear parameter-varying (LPV) systems, whose state-space matrices are represented as parametrically affine matrices, using parameter-dependent Lyapunov functions (PDLFs), and proposes a method for them via parametrically affine linear matrix inequalities (LMIs). Our method includes robust inverse system (RIS) design as a special case. For RIS design, our method theoretically encompasses the method using constant Lyapunov functions. A design example is included to illustrate our conclusions.     

On the degree of polynomial parameter-dependent Lyapunov functions for robust stability of single parameter-dependent LTI systems: A counter-example to Barmish's conjecture

In this paper, we consider the robust Hurwitz stability analysis problems of a single parameter-dependent matrix A(θ)?A₀+θA₁ over θ∈[-1,1], where A₀,A₁∈R^n×n with A₀ being Hurwitz stable. In particular, we are interested in the degree N of the polynomial parameter-dependent Lyapunov matrix (PPDLM) of the form that ensures the robust Hurwitz stability of A(θ) via . On the degree of PPDLMs, Barmish conjectured in early 90s that if there exists such P(θ), then there always exists a first-degree PPDLM P(θ)=P₀+θP₁ that meets the desired conditions, regardless of the size or rank of A₀ and A₁. The goal of this paper is to falsify this conjecture. More precisely, we will show a pair of the matrices A₀,A₁∈R^3×3 with A₀+θA₁ being Hurwitz stable for all θ∈[-1,1] and prove rigorously that the desired first-degree PPDLM does not exist for this particular pair. The proof is based on the recently developed techniques to deal with parametrized LMIs in an exact fashion and related duality arguments. From this counter-example, we can conclude that the conjecture posed by Barmish is not valid when n?3 in general.     

时滞LPV重复过程的H∞控制

将时滞线性参数变化(LPV)思想应用于重复过程,研究其H∞控制问题.基于参数依赖Lyapunov函数方法,给出了该重复过程的稳定性和控制器设计的充分条件;同时通过投影定理引入两个附加矩阵,解除了重复过程矩阵和依赖于参数的Lyapunov函数矩阵之间的耦合,使得到的条件便于求解.仿真实例表明了该设计方法的有效性.     

LMI conditions for robust stability analysis based on polynomially parameter-dependent Lyapunov functions

The robust stability of uncertain linear systems in polytopic domains is investigated in this paper. The main contribution is to provide a systematic procedure for generating sufficient robust stability linear matrix inequality conditions based on homogeneous polynomially parameter-dependent Lyapunov matrix functions of arbitrary degree on the uncertain parameters. The conditions exploit the positivity of the uncertain parameters, being constructed in such a way that: as the degree of the polynomial increases, the number of linear matrix inequalities and free variables increases and the test becomes less conservative; if a feasible solution exists for a certain degree, the conditions will also be verified for larger degrees. For any given degree, the feasibility of a set of linear matrix inequalities defined at the vertices of the polytope assures the robust stability. Both continuous and discrete-time uncertain systems are addressed, as illustrated by numerical examples.     

Output feedback control of switched nonlinear systems using multiple Lyapunov functions

This work presents a hybrid nonlinear control methodology for a broad class of switched nonlinear systems with input constraints. The key feature of the proposed methodology is the integrated synthesis, via multiple Lyapunov functions, of “lower-level” bounded nonlinear feedback controllers together with “upper-level” switching laws that orchestrate the transitions between the constituent modes and their respective controllers. Both the state and output feedback control problems are addressed. Under the assumption of availability of full state measurements, a family of bounded nonlinear state feedback controllers are initially designed to enforce asymptotic stability for the individual closed-loop modes and provide an explicit characterization of the corresponding stability region for each mode. A set of switching laws are then designed to track the evolution of the state and orchestrate switching between the stability regions of the constituent modes in a way that guarantees asymptotic stability of the overall switched closed-loop system. When complete state measurements are unavailable, a family of output feedback controllers are synthesized, using a combination of bounded state feedback controllers, high-gain observers and appropriate saturation filters to enforce asymptotic stability for the individual closed-loop modes and provide an explicit characterization of the corresponding output feedback stability regions in terms of the input constraints and the observer gain. A different set of switching rules, based on the evolution of the state estimates generated by the observers, is designed to orchestrate stabilizing transitions between the output feedback stability regions of the constituent modes. The differences between the state and output feedback switching strategies, and their implications for the switching logic, are discussed and a chemical process example is used to demonstrate the proposed approach.     

时滞LPV系统的H∞控制新方法

研究了具有随参数变化状态时滞的线性参数变化系统的H_∞控制问题,该系统的状态空间矩阵和时滞是实时可测且在闭集内变化的参数的确定函数.提出了一种新的依赖于参数的H_∞性能准则,该准则通过引入附加矩阵解除了系统矩阵与依赖于参数的Lyapunov函数之间的耦合而更易于数值实现.在此基础上设计了系统的H_∞状态反馈控制器,该控制器能够保证相对于所有能量有界的输入信号闭环系统满足给定的性能指标.采用线性矩阵不等式技术,将控制器存在的充分条件转化为凸优化问题.最后用数值仿真验证了所提出算法的可行性.     

Robust H-infinity filtering for uncertain discrete-time systems using parameter-dependent Lyapunov functions

This paper deals with H-infinity filtering of discrete-time systems with polytopic uncertainties. The un- certain parameters are supposed to reside in a polytope. By using the parameter-dependent Lyapunov function approach and introducing some slack matrix variables, a new sufficient condition for the H-infinity filter design is presented in terms of solutions to a set of linear matrix inequalities (LMIs). In contrast to the existing results for H-infinity filter design, the main advantage of the proposed design method is the reduced conservativeness. An example is provided to demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed method.     

Toward switching/interpolating LPV control: A review

Linear Parameter-Varying concept has been formulated decades ago for model linearization and control. This fundamental result of control theory has been used to develop theoretical tools solving many control problems as closed-loop stability, robustness, and optimized performance. This review is dedicated to the LPV switching/interpolating control techniques that have been investigated in the literature. It collects the recent works and classifies them according to the use of gain-scheduling, switching, or interpolating, providing the latest advances with main applications in different control fields. A final discussion gives the timeline from the past to present trends in the field.     

Filter design for LPV systems using quadratically parameter-dependent Lyapunov functions

This paper considers design problems of robust gain-scheduled H_∞ and H₂ filters for linear parameter-varying (LPV) systems whose state-space matrices are represented as parametrically affine matrices, using quadratically parameter-dependent Lyapunov functions, and proposes methods of filter design via parametrically affine linear matrix inequalities (LMIs). For robust filters, our design methods theoretically encompass those that use constant Lyapunov functions. Several numerical examples are included that demonstrate the effectiveness of gain-scheduled and robust filters using our proposed methods compared with robust filters using existing methods.     

Stability of a Hysteretic System with Random Signal Inputs†

The stability of a feedback system with a hysteretie relay controller, when forced by a Gaussian signal, is analysed by applying the quasi-linearization approach.A method for computing the sinusoidal and random signal gains of a non-linear element, based on the evaluation of the input—output cross power of the clement, is first explained. Knowledge of these two gains for an ideal relay is then used to find the corresponding gains for a hysteretic relay. These gains are finally used for analysing the effects of both high-frequency and low-frequency random signals on the auto-oscillations of a second-order system with the hysteretic relay. Results of simulator studies are also presented.     

时滞不确定随机系统基于参数依赖Lyapunov函数的稳定条件

针对一类具有凸多面体参数不确定性的时滞随机系统, 研究了其鲁棒稳定性问题. 通过引入适当的加权矩阵变量来寻找Leibniz-Newton公式各项之间的关系, 从而直接地处理系统中的时滞状态项, 避免了常规的应用Leibniz-Newton公式来进行模型变换的间接方法所带来的较大保守性. 采用参数依赖Lyapunov函数方法, 推导了此类系统鲁棒稳定的时滞相关的充分条件. 本文所得条件为线性矩阵不等式形式, 便于借助于内点算法进行求解. 仿真实例证明了本文所提出的稳定条件具有较低的保守性.     

Gain-scheduled H∞ control via parameter-dependent Lyapunov functions

Synthesising a gain-scheduled output feedback H_∞ controller via parameter-dependent Lyapunov functions for linear parameter-varying (LPV) plant models involves solving an infinite number of linear matrix inequalities (LMIs). In practice, for affine LPV models, a finite number of LMIs can be achieved using convexifying techniques. This paper proposes an alternative approach to achieve a finite number of LMIs. By simple manipulations on the bounded real lemma inequality, a symmetric matrix polytope inequality can be formed. Hence, the LMIs need only to be evaluated at all vertices of such a symmetric matrix polytope. In addition, a construction technique of the intermediate controller variables is also proposed as an affine matrix-valued function in the polytopic coordinates of the scheduled parameters. Computational results on a numerical example using the approach were compared with those from a multi-convexity approach in order to demonstrate the impacts of the approach on parameter-dependent Lyapunov-based stability and performance analysis. Furthermore, numerical simulation results show the effectiveness of these proposed techniques.     

Gain-scheduling control of LFT systems using parameter-dependent Lyapunov functions

In this paper, we propose a new control design approach for linear fractional transformation (LFT) systems using parameter-dependent Lyapunov functions. Instead of assuming parameter dependency in LFT fashion, we consider general parameter-dependent controllers to achieve better closed-loop performance. Using full-block multipliers, new LPV synthesis conditions have been derived in terms of finite number of linear matrix inequalities (LMIs). Both continuous- and discrete-time cases are discussed. A ship steering example has been used to demonstrate advantages and benefits of the proposed approach.     

Set invariance analysis and gain-scheduling control for LPV systems subject to actuator saturation

In this paper, a set invariance analysis and gain scheduling control design approach is proposed for the polytopic linear parameter-varying systems subject to actuator saturation. A set invariance condition is first established. By utilizing this set invariance condition, the design of a time-invariant state feedback law is formulated and solved as an optimization problem with LMI constraints. A gain-scheduling controller is then designed to further improve the closed-loop performance. Numerical examples are presented to demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed analysis and design method.     

On linear co-positive Lyapunov functions for sets of linear positive systems

In this paper we derive necessary and sufficient conditions for the existence of a common linear co-positive Lyapunov function for a finite set of linear positive systems. Both the state dependent and arbitrary switching cases are considered. Our results reveal an interesting characterisation of “linear” stability for the arbitrary switching case; namely, the existence of such a linear Lyapunov function can be related to the requirement that a number of extreme systems are Metzler and Hurwitz stable. Examples are given to illustrate the implications of our results.     

具有时变时延的网络化LPV系统的容错控制

针对一类具有时变时延以及Lipschitz非线性项的网络化线性参数变化系统,研究了系统中存在外部扰动、执行器和传感器同时发生随机故障时的容错控制问题。用Bernoulli分布序列描述执行器和传感器发生的随机故障,利用自由权矩阵方法处理时变时延。根据Lyapunov-Krasovskii稳定性定理和线性矩阵不等式（LMI）方法求出◢H◣▼∞▽容错控制器存在的充分条件,然后通过利用近似基函数和网格化技术将无限维的LMI求解问题转换为有限维的LMI问题,得到了相应的容错控制器增益。最后,通过数值仿真验证了所设计方法的有效性。     

On computational issues for stability analysis of LPV systems using parameter‐dependent Lyapunov functions and LMIs

Robust stability analysis of linear systems subject to time‐varying parameters is investigated. The objective is to discuss some computational issues associated with solving stability conditions based on parameter‐dependent Lyapunov functions by means of linear matrix inequalities (LMIs), which are exacerbated as the quantity of time‐varying parameters increases. A new solution related to the inclusion of the time derivatives of the parameters is proposed, improving the computational cost without resulting in much conservatism. The time complexity to solve the LMIs reduces from factorial to linear. Numerical examples are provide to illustrate the advantages of the proposed methodology.     

Piecewise Lyapunov functions for robust stability of linear time-varying systems

In this paper, we investigate the use of two-term piecewise quadratic Lyapunov functions for robust stability of linear time-varying systems. By using the so-called S-procedure and a special variable reduction method, we provide numerically efficient conditions for the robust asymptotic stability of the linear time-varying systems involving the convex combinations of two matrices. An example is included to demonstrate the usefulness of our results.     

Lyapunov-based exact stability analysis and synthesis for linear single-parameter dependent systems

We propose a class of polynomially parameter-dependent quadratic (PPDQ) Lyapunov functions for assessing the stability of single-parameter-dependent linear, time-invariant, (s-PDLTI) systems in a non-conservative manner. It is shown that the stability of s-PDLTI systems is equivalent to the existence of a PPDQ Lyapunov function. A bound on the degree of the polynomial dependence of the Lyapunov function in the system parameter is given explicitly. The resulting stability conditions are expressed in terms of a set of matrix inequalities whose feasibility over a compact and connected set can be cast as a convex, finite-dimensional optimisation problem. Extensions of the approach to state-feedback controller synthesis are also provided.