Optimal input - output selection for the control of flexible structures

In context of robust control design, this dissertation thesis deals with optimal inputoutput selection methods for flexible structures. New strategies are introduced. Assuming flexible structures with numerous inputand output candidates a meaningful choice is a basic prerequisite for an effective control design. After an introduction into flexible structures topic, modelling and overview on the state of the art selection criteria the newly proposed input-output selection techniques are presented. Their properties and benefits are discussed. The methods are applied to a simple academic example to show their functionality. Evaluated results are verified by a standard criterion. The applicability of proposed techniques to a high complex systems is shown by considering of two large ”Blended Wing Body” aircraft models. The optimal inputoutput selection with respect to a control goal is carried out. After conclusion an information on the ACFA 2020 Project is briefly given.