Control Theory for Physicists

Erscheinungsjahr 2021
ISBN: 978-1-107-00118-3
Verlag: Cambridge University Press

Buch, Englisch, 658 Seiten, Format (B × H): 208 mm x 260 mm, Gewicht: 1615 g

Control theory, an interdisciplinary concept dealing with the behaviour of dynamical systems, is an important but often overlooked aspect of physics. This is the first broad and complete treatment of the topic tailored for physicists, one which goes from the basics right through to the most recent advances. Simple examples develop a deep understanding and intuition for the systematic principles of control theory, beyond the recipes given in standard engineering-focused texts. Up-to-date coverage of control of networks and complex systems, and a thorough discussion of the fundamental limits of control, including the limitations placed by causality, information theory, and thermodynamics are included. In addition it explores important recent advances in stochastic thermodynamics on the thermodynamic costs of information processing and control. For all students of physics interested in control theory, this classroom-tested, comprehensive approach to the topic with online solutions and further materials delivers both fundamental principles and current developments.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Bechhoefer, John

Fachgebiete

• Technische Wissenschaften Elektronik | Nachrichtentechnik Nachrichten- und Kommunikationstechnik Regelungstechnik
• Mathematik | Informatik Mathematik Numerik und Wissenschaftliches Rechnen Numerische Mathematik

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Part I. Core Material: 1. Historical introduction; 2. Dynamical systems; 3. Frequency-domain control; 4. Time-domain control; 5. Discrete-time systems; 6. System identification; Part II. Advanced Ideas: 7. Optimal control; 8. Stochastic systems; 9. Robust control; 10. Adaptive control; 11. Nonlinear control; Part III. Special Topics: 12. Discrete-state systems; 13. Quantum control; 14. Networks and complex systems; 15. Limits to control.

Über Autor(innen)

Bechhoefer, John
John Bechhoefer is Professor of Physics at Simon Fraser University, British Columbia and Fellow of the American Physical Society. His research is at the intersection of thermodynamics, statistical physics, control theory, and information theory.