Power Systems and Power Plant Control 1989

Power Systems and Power Plant Control 1989

Author: U. Ahn

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2014-06-05

Total Pages: 565

ISBN-13: 1483298949

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The control of power systems and power plants is a subject of growing interest which continues to sustain a high level of research, development and application in many diverse yet complementary areas, such as maintaining a high quality but economical service and coping with environmental constraints. The papers included within this volume provide the most up to date developments in this field of research.


Control of Distributed Parameter Systems 1989

Control of Distributed Parameter Systems 1989

Author: M. Amouroux

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2014-06-28

Total Pages: 533

ISBN-13: 1483298817

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This volume presents state-of-the-art reports on the theory, and current and future applications of control of distributed parameter systems. The papers cover the progress not only in traditional methodology and pure research in control theory, but also the rapid growth of its importance for different applications. This title will be of interest to researchers working in the areas of mathematics, automatic control, computer science and engineering.


Distributed Computer Control Systems 1991

Distributed Computer Control Systems 1991

Author: H. Kopetz

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2014-07-04

Total Pages: 161

ISBN-13: 1483299465

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Distributed computer control is at the intersection between control engineering and computer science. Containing 22 papers, this book provides an up-to-date reference source of important issues in the design and implementation of distributed real-time computer systems.


Analysis, Design & Evaluation of Man-Machine Systems

Analysis, Design & Evaluation of Man-Machine Systems

Author: G. Mancini

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2014-06-28

Total Pages: 382

ISBN-13: 1483298094

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Provides a valuable overview of human-machine interaction in technological systems, with particular emphasis on recent advances in theory, experimental and analytical research, and applications related to man-machine systems. Topics covered include: Automation and Operator - task analysis, decision support, task allocation, management decision support, supervisory control, artificial intelligence, training and teaching, expert knowledge; System Concept and Design - software ergonomics, fault diagnosis, safety, design concepts; Man-machine Interface - interface design, graphics and vision, user adaptive interfaces; Systems Operation - process industry, electric power, aircraft, surface transport, prostheses and manual control. Contains 53 papers and three discussion sessions.


Nonlinear Programming and Variational Inequality Problems

Nonlinear Programming and Variational Inequality Problems

Author: Michael Patriksson

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 360

ISBN-13: 9780792354550

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The framework of algorithms presented in this book is called Cost Approximation. It describes, for a given formulation of a variational inequality or nonlinear programming problem, an algorithm by means of approximating mappings and problems, a principle for the updating of the iteration points, and a merit function which guides and monitors the convergence of the algorithm. One purpose of the book is to offer this framework as an intuitively appealing tool for describing an algorithm. Another purpose is to provide a convergence analysis of the algorithms in the framework. Audience: The book will be of interest to all researchers in the field (it includes over 800 references) and can also be used for advanced courses in non-linear optimization with the possibility of being oriented either to algorithm theory or to the numerical aspects of large-scale nonlinear optimization.


Design of Work in Automated Manufacturing Systems

Design of Work in Automated Manufacturing Systems

Author: T. Martin

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2014-05-17

Total Pages: 187

ISBN-13: 1483155382

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Design of Work in Automated Manufacturing Systems focuses on the need to improve the working conditions in the workplace while at same time putting emphasis on the use of technologies in various industries. The book takes into account how automation has altered the operations of small- and medium-sized firms. The text then presents a comparison of the use of computer-controlled applications in different countries and industries, as well as how these applications have influenced the working conditions of workers as well as the division of work in the workplace. The changes that manufacturing industries have undergone and the adjustments that were made in adopting the use of automated manufacturing systems are also highlighted. Also noted are the changes that computer-aided production systems have done on engineering, including the observation that workers can effectively work in an environment that is partially controlled by computer-controlled applications. However, the text also notes that organizational problems have evolved in firms that have adopted computer-controlled applications. The book can be a source of information for social scientists and those involved in developing computer-controlled applications in organizations.


Large-Scale Systems Control and Decision Making

Large-Scale Systems Control and Decision Making

Author: H. Tamura

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 1990-01-19

Total Pages: 320

ISBN-13: 9780824782412

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Six contributors from Japanese universities explore the basic theory and methodology of control and decision making in systems that either contain many variables or have some special characteristics such as multiple subsystems or control stations, a decentralized and/or hierarchical information stru


Control in Power Electronics and Electrical Drives

Control in Power Electronics and Electrical Drives

Author: R. Zwicky

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2014-06-28

Total Pages: 829

ISBN-13: 1483298647

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Contains 97 papers which provide a valuable overview of the latest technical innovations in this rapidly expanding field. Areas of development which receive particular attention include the emergence of power switching transistors, the application of microprocessors to regulation and control of static converters and electrical drives, the use of more sophisticated control strategies and the utilization of power electronics in new application fields.


Adaptive Control of Chemical Processes 1985

Adaptive Control of Chemical Processes 1985

Author: H. Unbehauen

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2014-05-23

Total Pages: 228

ISBN-13: 1483298302

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Presents reports on recent industrial applications, experiences and advances in the use of adaptive and self-tuning control in chemical and related processes. Material covered includes new, practically orientated adaptive control algorithms as well as the control of various chemical plants such as distillation columns, chemical reactors, drying and bleaching plants, plastic extruders and wastewater neutralization plants. Contains 34 papers.