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Optimal Control Theory: An Introduction (Dover Books on Electrical Engineering)
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Comprehensive Coverage
This illustrated edition provides an exhaustive introduction to optimal control theory, making complex concepts accessible for students and professionals alike, enhancing understanding in electrical engineering applications.
Clear Illustrations
Informative illustrations complement the text, aiding visual learners in grasping intricate ideas, ensuring that technical aspects are clearly represented and easier to comprehend.
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As part of the reputable Dover Books series, this edition promises reliable content at an affordable price, making high-quality educational resources accessible to a wider audience.
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- Introduces optimal control theory for maximizing returns and minimizing costs of physical, social, and economic processes
- Geared toward upper-level undergraduates
- Covers dynamic programming, Pontryagin's minimum principle, and numerical techniques for trajectory optimization
- Chapters 1 and 2 focus on describing systems and evaluating their performances
- Chapters 3 to 6 cover dynamic programming, calculus of variations, Pontryagin's minimum principle, and iterative numerical techniques
- Includes numerous problems to illustrate basic concepts and introduce additional topics
| Publisher | Dover Publications |
| Publication date | April 30, 2004 |
| Edition | Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 480 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 048632432X |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0486434841 |
| Item Weight | 10.4 ounces (294.84 grams) |
| Dimensions | 5.4 x 1 x 8.3 inches (13.7 x 2.5 x 21.1 cm) |
| Part of series | Dover Books on Electrical Engineering |
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Engineering Students
Ideal for undergraduate or graduate students specializing in electrical or control engineering looking to grasp optimal control concepts.
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Professionals in Robotics
Robotics engineers will benefit from applying optimal control methods to enhance the performance of automated systems.
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Researchers in Mathematics
Useful for researchers focused on the mathematical foundations of control theory seeking detailed and illustrated explanations.
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Beginners in Control
Not suitable for complete beginners lacking prior knowledge in control systems and mathematical concepts.
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Optimal Control Theory: An Introduction (Dover Books on Electrical Engineering)
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Optimal Control Theory: An Introduction is a highly recommended book for anyone interested in control theory. The author has done an exceptional job of writing in a lucid but complete fashion, making the book easily understandable. Unlike other books on the subject, this one is written in a language that doesn't require a deep understanding of advanced mathematics. It serves as an excellent introduction to optimal control for those with a background in math, including vector and matrix calculus. The book provides a practical approach to problem-solving and offers a very nice presentation of the subject matter. It is enjoyable to read and easy to follow, with concise and to-the-point descriptions. Readers are assumed to have some background knowledge of modern control theory, but the author does a great job of connecting control theory with the calculus of variations. Overall, Optimal Control Theory: An Introduction is a classic and highly recommended book for beginners in control theory. It offers a comprehensive understanding of the subject while being approachable and practical.
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- Highly recommended for beginners in control theory
- Lucid and easily understandable writing style
- Practical approach to problem-solving
- Nice presentation of the subject matter
- Enjoyable to read and easy to follow
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- Assumes some background knowledge in modern control theory
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- Introductory text on optimal control theory
- Covers dynamic programming, Pontryagin's minimum principle, and numerical techniques for trajectory optimization
- Geared towards upper-level undergraduates
- Includes numerous problems to illustrate concepts
- Suitable for systems in various fields - physical, social, and economic
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