Optimal and Robust Scheduling for Networked Control Systems

This book tackles the problem of integrating controllers, sensors, and actuators in a networked control system. It offers a solution to the deterministic scheduling problem that is based on rigorous control theoretical tools but also addresses practical implementation issues. Bridging the gap between control theory and computer science, the book suggests that the consideration of communication constraints at the design stage will significantly improve the control system’s performance. The authors develop ready-to-use engineering tools for large-scale control system integration with a focus on robustness and performance.