This paper presents the problem of decentralized robust control for discrete-time fuzzy bilinear interconnected large-scale system. Based on the Lyapunov criterion and the parallel distribute compensation (PDC) scheme, the sufficient conditions are derived to guarantee the robust stability of the overall fuzzy system via bilinear matrix inequalities (BMIs). The V-K iteration algorithm is employ...

The paper presents a practical approach for building highlevel services for teaching parallel and distributed computing based on Everest platform. Originally designed for publication of computing applications, the platform is suitable for rapid development of services for running different types of parallel programs on high-performance resources, as well as services for evaluation of practical ...

This paper presents a robust mixed-sensitivity H1 controller design via loop-shaping methodology for a class of multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) uncertain nonlinear systems. In order to design this controller, the nonlinear plant is first modeled as several linear subsystems by Takagi and Sugeno’s (T–S) fuzzy approach. Both loop-shaping methodology and mixed-sensitivity problem are then in...

An analytical solution is derived to describe the wave-induced flow field and surge motion of a deformable platform structure controlled with fuzzy controllers in an oceanic environment. In the controller design procedure, a parallel distributed compensation PDC scheme is utilized to construct a global fuzzy logic controller by blending all local state feedback controllers. The Lyapunov method ...

Abstract: The paper presents a new control strategy for active vehicle suspensions using electrohydraulic actuators based on Takagi-Sugeno (T-S) fuzzy modelling technique. As the electrohydraulic actuator dynamics is highly nonlinear, the T-S fuzzy modelling technique using the idea of “sector nonlinearity” is applied to exactly represent the nonlinear dynamics of electrohydraulic actuator in a...

The computer science faculty at Wittenberg University continue to work towards integration of more parallel and distributed computing (PDC) material into our CS courses. Our theme is to focus on integration, as opposed to insertion, by using PDC as a medium for considering certain traditional course topics. Our targets include both upper-level courses like Algorithms and Programming Languages, ...

This chapter provides a framework for introducing parallel and distributed computing (PDC) concepts as they arise naturally in digital logic. It is directed primarily towards the instructor of a first digital logic course, although a motivated student may find it useful as well. Because a digital logic course lays the foundation for other courses such as computer organization and architecture, ...

This paper describes our experience integrating the Parallella, an energy efficient single board computer (SBC) with 18 cores, into an undergraduate parallel computing course. The board's small form-factor, high number of cores and relative cheapness makes it a very attractive option for introducing students to parallel computing. We describe and reflect on our experiences using the Parallella ...