Description
In this book, two seemingly unrelated fields - algebraic topology and robust control - are brought together. The book develops algebraic/differential topology proceeding from an easily motivated control engineering problem, showing the relevance of advanced topological concepts and reconstructing the fundamental concepts of algebraic/differential topology from an application-oriented point of view. It is suitable for graduate students in engineering and/or applied mathematics, and academic researchers.
Reviews
"The opening sentence of the monograph reads as follows: 'In this book, two seemingly unrelated fields of intellectual endeavor--algebraic/differential topology and robust control--are brought together.' Indeed, there are probably just a few control engineers who are familiar with the modern concepts of algebraic and differential topology; others need strong motivation to learn these disciplines. The book under review attempts to convince experts in robustness analysis to do this and to provide the needed material to learn. . . . The book consists of 7 parts, which contain 26 chapters and 4 appendices. . . . [T]his book is a serious attempt to develop new approaches to robust stability. It will inspire research in control based on modern mathematics."--Mathematical Reviews "The opening sentence of the monograph reads as follows: 'In this book, two seemingly unrelated fields of intellectual endeavor--algebraic/differential topology and robust control--are brought together.' Indeed, there are probably just a few control engineers who are familiar with the modern concepts of algebraic and differential topology; others need strong motivation to learn these disciplines. The book under review attempts to convince experts in robustness analysis to do this and to provide the needed material to learn. . . . The book consists of 7 parts, which contain 26 chapters and 4 appendices. . . . [T]his book is a serious attempt to develop new approaches to robust stability. It will inspire research in control based on modern mathematics."--Mathematical Reviews
Book Information
ISBN 9780195093018
Author Edmond A. Jonckheere
Format Hardback
Page Count 624
Imprint Oxford University Press Inc
Publisher Oxford University Press Inc
Weight(grams) 1045g
Dimensions(mm) 241mm * 159mm * 34mm
Reviews
"The opening sentence of the monograph reads as follows: 'In this book, two seemingly unrelated fields of intellectual endeavor--algebraic/differential topology and robust control--are brought together.' Indeed, there are probably just a few control engineers who are familiar with the modern concepts of algebraic and differential topology; others need strong motivation to learn these disciplines. The book under review attempts to convince experts in robustness analysis to do this and to provide the needed material to learn. . . . The book consists of 7 parts, which contain 26 chapters and 4 appendices. . . . [T]his book is a serious attempt to develop new approaches to robust stability. It will inspire research in control based on modern mathematics."--Mathematical Reviews "The opening sentence of the monograph reads as follows: 'In this book, two seemingly unrelated fields of intellectual endeavor--algebraic/differential topology and robust control--are brought together.' Indeed, there are probably just a few control engineers who are familiar with the modern concepts of algebraic and differential topology; others need strong motivation to learn these disciplines. The book under review attempts to convince experts in robustness analysis to do this and to provide the needed material to learn. . . . The book consists of 7 parts, which contain 26 chapters and 4 appendices. . . . [T]his book is a serious attempt to develop new approaches to robust stability. It will inspire research in control based on modern mathematics."--Mathematical Reviews
Book Information
ISBN 9780195093018
Author Edmond A. Jonckheere
Format Hardback
Page Count 624
Imprint Oxford University Press Inc
Publisher Oxford University Press Inc
Weight(grams) 1045g
Dimensions(mm) 241mm * 159mm * 34mm
