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Robust Control and Convex Optimisation
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:22:43
Abstract
Robust control theory addresses the problem of analysing and designing feedback systems that achieve performance objectives in the presence of uncertainty in the dynamics of the system. Convex optimisation forms the basis of the computational tools needed to solve these problems. The course covers the theory, computation, and practical applic. of these methods to a variety of uncertain systems.
Objective
To introduce students to the basic concepts in robust control and provide them sufficiently familiarity with the computational tools required to design robust controllers with verifiable characteristics in a variety of engineering system domains.
Content
An optimization based approach to robust control theory and applications. Topics will include: H-infinity and H-2 control design; structured-singular value analysis and synthesis; model reduction; convex optimization; semi-definite programming; and interior-point methods.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- DR , MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
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| lecture | Robust Control and Convex Optimisation |
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2 h weekly |
| exercise | Robust Control and Convex Optimisation |
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1 h weekly |
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Systems and Control (The core courses and specialization courses below are a selection for students who wish to specialize in the area of "Systems and Control", see . The individual study plan is subject to the tutor's approval.)
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Core Courses (These core courses are particularly recommended for the field of "Systems and Control". You may choose core courses form other fields in agreement with your tutor. A minimum of 24 credits must be obtained from core courses during the MSc EEIT.)
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Major Courses (A total of 42 CP must be achieved form courses during the Master Program. The individual study plan is subject to the tutor's approval.)
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Core Subjects (These core subjects are particularly recommended for the field of "Systems and Control".)
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Doctorate Information Technology and Electrical Engineering (More Information at: )
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Subject Specialisation (A minimum of 12 ECTS credit points must be obtained during doctoral studies (also see other categories for details) The courses on offer below are but a small selection out of a much larger available number of courses. Please discuss your course selection with your PhD supervisor.)
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