Introduction to MIMO systems. State-space representation methods. State- space analysis of continuous time systems. Modal analysis, eigenvalues, eigenvectors. Free and forced solution methods of state-space models. State-space analysis of discrete time systems. Controllability and observability concepts. Pole placement methods by state variable feedback. Design of observers. Introduction to optimal control.
Upon successful completion of this course, a student will be able to:
1. Model the MIMO systems in state-space
2. Analyze the systems with state-space models
3. Design state-feedback regulators
4. Design the linear quadratic requlators
5. Design observers