TikZ source Code: Parallel interconnection of two systems

TikZ source Code: Parallel interconnection of two systems

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Fourier Series [Python]

This video will describe how to compute the Fourier Series in Python.

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Standard HW Problem #2: Which is the real open loop transfer function?

In this video, we’ll go through another standard homework problem so you can see how you can apply many of the things you’re learning into a single problem. The question is, we have two...

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Frequency domain – tutorial 3: filtering (periodic signals)

In this video, we learn about filtering which enables us to manipulate the frequency content of a signal. A common filtering application is to preserve desi...

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TikZ source Code: Switching Manifold

TikZ source Code: Switching Manifold

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Designing a Lag Compensator with Root Locus

This video walks through a phase lag compensator example using the Root Locus method.

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Lecture 11: Transient Response and Numerical Problems

A review of time response of 2nd order underdamped systems is done. The effect of moving closed loop poles in different directions in the s-plane are also di... See More

Drawing the root locus (Interactive Tool)

This page was developed to help student learn how to sketch the root locus by hand. You can enter a numerator and denominator for G(s)H(s) (i.e., the loop gain) and the program will guide...

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SVD: Importance of Alignment [Python]

This video describes the importance of aligning data when using the singular value decomposition (SVD) (Python code).

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Lecture 22: Frequency domain specifications for Second order system

In this session, frequency domain specifications for a prototype second order system has been derived. See More

An interactive feedforward tool for FeedForward Control

This interactive software tool is focused on basic and advanced concepts of feedforward control.

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Control Bootcamp: Loop Shaping Example for Cruise Control

This video demonstrates loop shaping on the cruise control model.

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IMC PID Design of a Second Order Process

IMC PID Design of a Second Order Process

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Understanding Model Predictive Control, Part 2: What is MPC?

Learn how model predictive control (MPC) works. Using a simple car example, this video provides insight into an MPC controller’s strategy for finding the optimal steering wheel angle to...

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Second Order Dynamics

A crash course overview on second order dynamics in the frequency domain, what the key parameters are, and why they matter.

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Principal Component Analysis (PCA)

Principal component analysis (PCA) is a workhorse algorithm in statistics, where dominant correlation patterns are extracted from high-dimensional data.

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Trimming a Model of a Dynamic System Using Numerical Optimization

In this video we show how to find a trim point of a dynamic system using numerical optimization techniques. We generate a cost function that corresponds to ...

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Peter Ponders PID - Simulation Methods, Which is Best?

This video compares 3 methods for doing simulations. Laplace transforms, state space and differential equations are compared examining their different adv... See More

Digital Twins

This lecture discusses the use of data-driven digital twins in advanced model-based design and engineering, and the related digital thread, which ties together the data throughout an entire...

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Root Locus Plot: Common Questions and Answers

In this video I go through some of the common questions I've received on my other root locus videos. 1) Why do we call the poles of a system the roots?2) How do I plot the damping ratio...

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The Laplace Transform

In this video we show how to perform the Laplace transform on a signal in the time domain to obtain its equivalent representation in the Laplace domain. Top...

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Solving the 2D Wave Equation

In this video, we solve the 2D wave equation. We utilize two successive separation of variables to solve this partial differential equation. Topics discuss...

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Peter Ponders PID - System Identification Basics

Transfer functions don't come with the machine you are trying to control. Transfer functions must be estimated using system identification techniques. With... See More

Control Bootcamp: Benefits of Feedback on Cruise Control Example

Here we investigate the benefits of feedback for systems with uncertain dynamics and disturbances, as illustrated on a cruise control example.

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Gain and Phase Margins Explained!

In this video I explain gain and phase margins. If you are confused by this topic I hope this video will help tie all of the concepts together that go into understanding what gain and phase...

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