Choose a set of desired closed-loop pole locations which you think might meet the required specification, and design a state-variable feedback system to place the poles in those locations. Explain your choice of pole locations, and also explain whether there are any parts of the specification which you know cannot be met by this simple controller and why.
The system to be studied involves the positioning of a mechanical load characterised by mass and frictional damping. The load is moved by a hydraulic actuator which responds to a control voltage, and the coupling arrangement between the actuator and load has to be able to cope with a certain amount of flexing – so […]