GH_∞ self-tuning control for multivariable systems

Abstract

A H _∞ self-tuning controller which is based on the generalized H _∞ cost-function is described that includes robust design features. The GH _∞ control law is simple to compute and is suitable for multivariable self-tuning control applications. The simplifications achieved in the controller structure which are necessary for use in self-tuning, depend upon the assumptions made on system and cost-weighting models. The cost-function weights are assumed to ensure a system matrix can be factorized into a particular form. The control law is coupled to an extended least squares identification algorithm. The GH _∞ control law may be designed to be insensitive to unmodelled dynamics and the self-tuning action provides adaption to parametric uncertainty.