Wk 2 PPT 2 - Digital and Analog Control Systems, Diff Eqs, Laplace Transform, and Physical Laws

Mathematical modeling options

1. differential equations

2. transfer function

3. state-space representation

A model provides a _____________ of how a system will behave given arbitrary inputs

prediction

Feedback can yield _____________-_______________ behavior; models help sort out what’s going on

counter intuitive

For control design, models don’t have to be exact; feedback provides _____________

robustness

The model you use depends on the _______________ you want answered

question

Kirchoff’s current law

sum of current flowing from a node equals zero

Kirchoff’s voltage law

sum of voltage around a closed path equals zero