ME 5780: Nonlinear Systems
(Cross-listed with AERE 5780/ EE 5780/ MATH 5780).
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Linear vs nonlinear systems. Phase plane analysis. Bifurcation and center manifold theory. Lyapunov stability. Absolute stability of feedback systems. Input-output stability. Passivity theory and feedback linearization. Nonlinear control design techniques. (Typically Offered: Spring)