ME 5430 - Mechanical Systems Control

Classical and modern control analysis and design methods for mechanical and aerospace systems; transfer function vs. state-space description, single-input-single-output (SISO) vs. multi-input-multi-output (MIMO) system, linear vs. nonlinear system, linearization, classical control design method, state-space design method, emphasis on ground and space vehicle dynamics and control problems, extensive use of commercial software package.

Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ME 3600 with a grade of “B” or better, or instructor approval.

Credits: 3 hours

Notes: Open to upperclass and graduate students.