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Feedback Control Systems: Stability Concept & Relative Stability

1. Introduction to Feedback Control Systems

A feedback control system is a system that adjusts its output based on the difference between the
desired output (reference input) and the actual output.

1.1 Open-Loop vs. Closed-Loop Systems

Open-loop system: No feedback; output is not compared with input.

Closed-loop system: Uses feedback to adjust the control action to minimize the error.

Block Diagram of a General Feedback System:

lua

+------+ R(s) +-----------+ Y(s)

| | --------> | Controller | ------->
| | +-----------+ |
| Plant| | |
| | <--------+ Sensor |
+------+ +--------------+

Where:

R(s) = Reference input

Y (s) = Output
Controller = Processes error signal
Plant = System being controlled
Sensor = Measures actual output

2. Stability in Control Systems

2.1 Concept of Stability

Stability in control systems ensures that the system behaves in a predictable manner and does not
exhibit uncontrolled oscillations or divergence.

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2.2 Types of Stability

1. Absolute Stability: The system is either stable or unstable.

2. Relative Stability: Measures how stable the system is.

2.3 Absolute Stability Criteria

A system is absolutely stable if all poles of the closed-loop transfer function lie in the left half of the s-
plane.

Mathematically, for a transfer function:

G(s)
T (s) =
1 + G(s)H(s)
​

If all poles have negative real parts → Stable system.

If any pole has a positive real part → Unstable system.
If poles lie on the imaginary axis → Marginally stable system.

2.4 Routh-Hurwitz Criterion for Absolute Stability

The Routh-Hurwitz criterion determines whether all roots of the characteristic equation have negative
real parts.

For a characteristic equation:

an sn + an−1 sn−1 + ... + a1 s + a0 = 0

​ ​ ​ ​

Construct the Routh Array.

Check the first column: If all elements are positive, the system is stable.
Any sign changes indicate the number of unstable poles.

Example: For the characteristic equation:

s3 + 3s2 + 3s + 2 = 0

Routh Array:

s³ 1 3
s² 3 2
s¹ (32 - 33)/3 0

s⁰ 2

Since there are no sign changes, the system is stable.

3. Relative Stability
3.1 Definition of Relative Stability

Relative stability indicates how stable a system is. Even if a system is stable, its response could be
sluggish or oscillatory. It is measured by:

Gain Margin (GM)

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 Phase Margin (PM)
Damping Ratio (ζ)
Resonant Peak (M_p)

3.2 Gain Margin and Phase Margin

Gain Margin (GM): The factor by which the gain can be increased before the system becomes
unstable.
Phase Margin (PM): The additional phase lag required to reach -180° phase shift.

A Nyquist plot is used to determine GM and PM.

If the Nyquist plot encircles (-1,0) in the clockwise direction → Unstable.

Closer the Nyquist plot to (-1,0), the lower the relative stability.

Example:

For an open-loop transfer function:

10
G(s)H(s) =
s(s + 2)(s + 5)
​

1. Find the Bode Plot and check where the phase crosses -180°.
2. Gain margin = 1/G(jω) at phase crossover frequency.
3. Phase margin = Phase at gain crossover frequency.

4. Methods for Evaluating Relative Stability

4.1 Root Locus Method

A graphical method to analyze the system's response by plotting how poles move as a system
parameter (usually gain) varies.
The farther the poles from the imaginary axis, the more stable the system.

Example Root Locus Plot:

lua

| X
| X
Imag | X
Axis |----------------
| X
| X
|____________ X

Key Observations:

As gain increases, poles move towards the right half-plane, reducing stability.

4.2 Nyquist Stability Criterion

Used for systems with delay elements.

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 The number of encirclements of (-1,0) determines stability.

Nyquist plot for a stable system:

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* (Nyquist plot)
|
-1 *------------->
|

If the plot does not enclose (-1,0), the system is stable.

4.3 Bode Plot Method

A Bode plot helps analyze relative stability using Gain Margin (GM) and Phase Margin (PM).
If PM < 0 → Unstable.
If GM < 1 → Unstable.

5. Numerical Example
Example: Analyze Stability Using Nyquist Criterion

For a system with:

K
G(s)H(s) =
s(s + 2)(s + 4)
​

1. Find Nyquist Plot:

Sketch G(jω)H(jω) for ω = 0 to ∞.
Observe encirclements of (-1,0).
2. Determine Stability:
If the Nyquist plot encircles (-1,0) once clockwise, the system is unstable.
If it does not encircle (-1,0), the system is stable.
3. Check Gain and Phase Margins:
PM > 30° → Good stability.
GM > 3dB → Good stability.

6. Real-World Applications
6.1 Aerospace Control Systems

Stability of autopilot systems in aircraft is ensured using Nyquist plots.

Damping ratio (ζ) is crucial for smooth operation.

6.2 Robotics

Industrial robots use root locus to adjust motor gains for precise movement.

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6.3 Power Systems

Gain and phase margins are used to prevent instability in electric grids.

7. Summary
Method Used For Stability Criteria
Routh-Hurwitz Polynomial equations No sign changes in the first column

Root Locus Effect of gain variation Poles remain in the left half-plane
Nyquist Plot Systems with delay No encirclements of (-1,0)
Bode Plot Frequency analysis GM > 3dB, PM > 30°

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1. Routh Stability Criterion

1.1 Concept of Stability in Control Systems

A control system is stable if its output remains bounded for a bounded input. Stability ensures that:

The system does not exhibit unbounded oscillations.

The system reaches a steady-state condition after disturbances.

The characteristic equation of a control system determines its stability:

P (s) = an sn + an−1 sn−1 + ... + a1 s + a0 = 0

​ ​ ​ ​

where:

an , an−1 , ..., a0 are real constants.

​ ​ ​

A system is stable if all roots of P (s) lie in the left half of the s-plane.

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1.2 Routh-Hurwitz Criterion
The Routh-Hurwitz criterion provides a method to determine stability without solving for the roots.
It is based on constructing the Routh Array.

1.2.1 Constructing the Routh Array

For a characteristic equation:

an sn + an−1 sn−1 + ⋯ + a1 s + a0 = 0
​ ​ ​ ​

The Routh array is formed as:

sⁿ an ​
an−2 ​
an−4 ​
...

sⁿ⁻¹ an−1 ​ an−3 ​ an−5 ​

...

sⁿ⁻² b1 ​ b2 ​ b3 ​
...

sⁿ⁻³ c1 ​
c2 ​
c3 ​
...

... ... ... ... ...

s⁰ d1 ​ d2 ​ d3 ​
...

The elements of the lower rows are computed as:

an−1 an−2 − an an−3

b1 =
​ ​ ​ ​

​ ​

an−1 ​

b1 an−4 − an−1 b2
c1 =
​ ​ ​ ​

​ ​

b1 ​

1.2.2 Stability Criteria Using Routh Array

If all elements in the first column of the Routh array are positive, the system is stable.
If there are sign changes in the first column, the number of sign changes corresponds to the
number of right-half plane poles (unstable poles).

1.2.3 Special Cases

1. Zero in the First Column: Replace the zero with a small number ϵ and continue calculations.
2. All Zero Row: Indicates symmetrical roots on the jω-axis, meaning marginal stability.

1.2.4 Example Problem

Determine stability for:

s4 + 3s3 + 2s2 + s + 5 = 0

1. Construct Routh Array:

s⁴ 1 2 5
s³ 3 1 0
3(2)−(1)(1)
s² 3 = 1.67 ​ 5

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 s⁴ 1 2 5
3(5)−1.67(1)
s¹ 1.67
​ = 7.49 0

s⁰ 5

2. All elements in the first column are positive, so the system is stable.

2. Steady-State Error (SE)

2.1 Definition
Steady-State Error (SE) is the difference between the desired output and the actual output as time
t → ∞.

ess = lim (r(t) − c(t))

​ ​

t→∞

where:

r(t) is the reference input.

c(t) is the system output.

A smaller steady-state error indicates higher accuracy.

2.2 Classification of Systems Based on Error

Systems are classified based on their type number, which is determined by the number of poles at the
origin in the open-loop transfer function G(s)H(s):

K
G(s)H(s) =
sN (s + a)(s + b)
​

Type 0 System (N = 0): Has a nonzero steady-state error for step inputs.
Type 1 System (N = 1): Zero error for step input but nonzero error for ramp input.
Type 2 System (N = 2): Zero error for both step and ramp but nonzero for parabolic input.

2.2.1 Static Error Constants

Position Error Constant Kp : ​

Kp = lim G(s)H(s)
​ ​

s→0

Steady-state error for step input:

1
ess =
1 + Kp
​ ​

Higher Kp → Smaller error.

​

Velocity Error Constant Kv : ​

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 Kv = lim sG(s)H(s)
​ ​

s→0

Steady-state error for ramp input:

1
ess = ​ ​

Kv ​

Acceleration Error Constant Ka : ​

Ka = lim s2 G(s)H(s)
​ ​

s→0

Steady-state error for parabolic input:

1
ess = ​ ​

Ka ​

2.3 Example Problem

Find steady-state error for:

10
G(s)H(s) =
s(s + 2)
​

1. Compute Kp : ​

10
Kp = lim =0
s→0 s(s + 2)
​ ​ ​

Since Kp ​ = 0, step input error:

1
ess = =1
1+0
​ ​

Step input has error (Type 0 System).

2. Compute Kv : ​

10
Kv = lim s × =5
s(s + 2)
​ ​ ​

s→0

Ramp input error:

1
ess = = 0.2
5
​ ​

3. Steady-State Accuracy
Steady-state accuracy is a measure of how well the system output matches the reference input at steady
state. It depends on:

The system type number.

The static error constants.

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A higher system type number and higher error constants result in better steady-state accuracy.

4. Summary
System Type Step Error (ess )
​
Ramp Error Parabolic Error

Type 0 Nonzero Infinite Infinite

Type 1 Zero Nonzero Infinite

Type 2 Zero Zero Nonzero

By using Routh-Hurwitz criterion, we determine absolute stability, and by using steady-state error
analysis, we assess accuracy.

These concepts ensure stability and performance optimization in real-world applications such as
robotics, aerospace control, and automotive systems​.

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1. Disturbance Rejection

1.1 What is Disturbance Rejection?

A disturbance is any unwanted input that affects the system’s output. Disturbance rejection is the ability
of a control system to minimize or eliminate these unwanted effects.

1.2 Types of Disturbances

1. Input Disturbances – Affect the system at the input stage.

2. Output Disturbances – Affect the system at the output stage.

A good control system should ensure that disturbances have minimal impact on the output.

1.3 Block Diagram Representation

A closed-loop system with a disturbance is represented as:

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+----------------+
| |
R(s)| | Y(s)
--->| Controller Gc(s)|---->
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 | |
+----------------+
|
v
+---------+
| Plant |
| Gp(s) |
+---------+
|
v
+-----------------+
| Disturbance |
| D(s) |
+-----------------+

The system must reject D(s) as effectively as possible while still maintaining the desired response to
R(s).

1.4 Transfer Function for Disturbance Rejection

For a closed-loop system, the transfer function is:

Gc (s)Gp (s) 1
C(s) = R(s) +
​ ​

D(s)
1 + Gc (s)Gp (s) 1 + Gc (s)Gp (s)
​ ​

​ ​ ​ ​

The term 1+Gc (1s)Gp (s) determines how much the disturbance D(s) affects the output.
​ ​
​

Key observation:

1
If ∣Gc (s)Gp (s)∣
​ ​ ≫ 1, then 1+Gc (s)Gp (s)
​ ​
≈ 0 → Disturbance is almost completely rejected.

1.5 Practical Example

Consider a system:

1 10
Gp (s) = , Gc (s) =
s+2
​ ​ ​ ​

s
1. Without Controller:

1
C(s) = D(s)
s+2
​

Disturbance significantly affects output.

2. With Controller:

10
C(s) = D(s)
s(s + 2) + 10
​

The denominator has higher gain → better disturbance rejection.

2. Insensitivity in Control Systems

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2.1 Definition of Insensitivity
A system is insensitive to disturbances or parameter variations if small changes in the system
parameters do not significantly alter the output.

2.2 Sensitivity Function

The sensitivity function measures how changes in parameters affect system behavior:

1
S(s) =
1 + Gc (s)Gp (s)
​

​ ​

If ∣Gc (s)Gp (s)∣

​ ​ ≫ 1, then S(s) ≈ 0 → The system is insensitive to variations in parameters.
If ∣Gc (s)Gp (s)∣
​ ​ ≈ 1, then S(s) ≈ 0.5 → The system is moderately sensitive.

2.3 Effect of High Gain

A high-gain system makes the system more insensitive but may lead to instability. Trade-off needed.

2.4 Example Problem

Consider a system where:

K
Gp (s) =
s+1
​ ​

If K changes from 10 to 12, we calculate:

1 1
S= = ≈ 0.09
1 + 10 11
​ ​

1 1
S= = ≈ 0.08
1 + 12 13
​ ​

Since the sensitivity is small, the system is insensitive to the parameter variation.

3. Robustness in Control Systems

3.1 What is Robustness?

A robust control system maintains its performance even when there are:

Model uncertainties
External disturbances
Component aging and variations

3.2 Robustness vs. Stability

A stable system is not necessarily robust.

A robust system remains both stable and performs well under parameter variations.

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3.3 Robust Control Design
To design a robust system, we must:

1. Use feedback control to reject disturbances.

2. Ensure high gain in the low-frequency range.
3. Maintain a good phase and gain margin.

The robustness condition is:

∣Gc (s)Gp (s)∣ ≫ 1

​ ​

for a range of frequencies.

3.4 Example of a Robust System

A sun-tracking system used in satellites must adjust to external disturbances like wind,
temperature changes, and sensor noise.
A PID controller is often used to maintain robust tracking performance.
Example transfer function for a robust sun-tracking system:

100
Gp (s) =
s(s + 10)
​ ​

Adding a lead compensator:

(s + 5)
Gc (s) =
(s + 0.5)
​ ​

yields a system with:

High stability margin

Good disturbance rejection
Robustness to parameter variations

4. Summary Table
Concept Definition Key Formula Importance

Disturbance Reducing the effect of unwanted C(s) = Prevents system deviation due
1
Rejection inputs 1+Gc (s)Gp (s)
​ ​
D(s) ​
to disturbances

The ability of a system to resist S(s) = 1 Ensures consistent

Insensitivity 1+Gc (s)Gp (s)
parameter changes performance
​

​ ​

System's ability to handle

Robustness ( G_c(s)G_p(s)
uncertainties

5. Real-World Applications
1. Aerospace Systems

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 Auto-pilot must reject turbulence (disturbance rejection).
Must maintain performance despite fuel depletion (robustness).
2. Industrial Automation
Robot arms must function accurately despite mechanical wear.
3. Power Systems
Voltage regulators must maintain stable output despite load fluctuations.

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1. Introduction to Controllers
A controller is a device that generates a control signal to drive a system towards the desired output. The
P, I, and D controllers are fundamental controllers used in control systems.

The PID controller consists of:

Proportional (P) control – Responds to the error.

Integral (I) control – Eliminates steady-state error.
Derivative (D) control – Anticipates future errors.

2. Proportional (P) Controller

2.1 Definition
The Proportional Controller adjusts the output in proportion to the error signal.

u(t) = Kp e(t)
​

where:

u(t) = Controller output

e(t) = Error signal
Kp = Proportional gain
​

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2.2 Block Diagram
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+------------+
| |
R(s)| | U(s)
--->| Kp |------->
| |
+------------+
|
v
+---------+
| Plant |
| Gp(s) |
+---------+
|
v
Y(s)

2.3 Effect of Proportional Gain Kp ​

Increases system response speed.

Reduces steady-state error.
Too high Kp → Overshooting & instability.
​

Too low Kp → Slow response.

​

2.4 Example Problem

For a system with:

1
G(s) = , Kp = 10
s+2
​ ​

The closed-loop transfer function is:

Kp G(s) 10
T (s) = =
​

1 + Kp G(s) s + 12
​ ​

Higher Kp makes the system faster.

​

Steady-state error is reduced but not eliminated.

3. Integral (I) Controller

3.1 Definition
The Integral Controller eliminates steady-state error by integrating the error signal.

u(t) = Ki ∫ e(t)dt
​

where:
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 Ki = Integral gain.
​

3.2 Block Diagram

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+------------+
| |
R(s)| | U(s)
--->| Ki / s |------->
| |
+------------+
|
v
+---------+
| Plant |
| Gp(s) |
+---------+
|
v
Y(s)

3.3 Effect of Integral Gain Ki ​

Eliminates steady-state error.

Increases system response time.
Too high Ki → Causes oscillations & instability.
​

3.4 Example Problem

For a system:

1
G(s) = , Ki = 5
s+2
​ ​

The closed-loop transfer function is:

Ki / s
T (s) =
​

1 + (Ki /s)G(s)
​

This reduces the steady-state error to zero, but increases oscillations.

4. Derivative (D) Controller

4.1 Definition
The Derivative Controller predicts future error and applies a correction.

de(t)
u(t) = Kd ​ ​

dt

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where:

Kd = Derivative gain.
​

4.2 Block Diagram

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+------------+
| |
R(s)| | U(s)
--->| Kd s |------->
| |
+------------+
|
v
+---------+
| Plant |
| Gp(s) |
+---------+
|
v
Y(s)

4.3 Effect of Derivative Gain Kd ​

Improves system stability.

Reduces overshoot.
Too high Kd → Increases noise sensitivity.
​

4.4 Example Problem

For a system:

1
G(s) = , Kd = 1
s+2
​ ​

The closed-loop transfer function is:

Kd s
T (s) =
​

1 + Kd sG(s)
​

Improves stability.
Reduces peak overshoot.

5. PID Controller (Combined P + I + D)

5.1 Definition
A PID Controller combines all three control actions:

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 de(t)
u(t) = Kp e(t) + Ki ∫ e(t)dt + Kd
​ ​ ​ ​

dt

5.2 Block Diagram

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+------------+
| |
R(s)| | U(s)
--->| Kp + Ki/s + Kd s |------->
| |
+------------+
|
v
+---------+
| Plant |
| Gp(s) |
+---------+
|
v
Y(s)

5.3 Effect of PID Parameters

Parameter Effect

Kp (Proportional)
​
Reduces rise time, but may cause overshoot.

Ki (Integral)
​
Eliminates steady-state error, but increases overshoot.

Kd (Derivative)
​
Improves stability and reduces overshoot.

5.4 Example Problem

Given:

1
G(s) = , Kp = 10, Ki = 5, Kd = 1
s(s + 2)
​ ​ ​ ​

The closed-loop transfer function is:

Kp + Ki / s + Kd s
T (s) =
​ ​ ​

1 + (Kp + Ki /s + Kd s)G(s)
​

​ ​ ​

Faster response.
Zero steady-state error.
Improved stability.

6. Real-World Applications
1. Temperature Control – PID controllers regulate industrial furnaces.
2. Robotics – PID ensures smooth robotic motion.

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 3. Cruise Control in Cars – PID maintains speed.

7. Summary
Controller Formula Advantage Disadvantage

P (Proportional) u(t) = Kp e(t)​

Fast response Steady-state error

I (Integral) u(t) = Ki ∫ e(t)dt

​
Eliminates error Increases overshoot
de(t)
D (Derivative) u(t) = Kd ​

dt
​
Improves stability Sensitive to noise

PID u(t) = Kp e(t) + Ki ∫ e(t)dt + Kd de(t)

​ ​

dt
​ ​ Best performance Complex tuning

8. Conclusion
P: Fast but leaves error.
I: Eliminates error but may cause instability.
D: Improves stability.
PID: Best overall performance.

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1. Realization of PID Controllers Using Op-Amps

Operational amplifiers (op-amps) are widely used in analog control systems to implement PID
controllers. The proportional (P), integral (I), and derivative (D) components of a PID controller can
be electronically realized using op-amp circuits.

1.1 General PID Controller Transfer Function

The transfer function of a PID controller is:

Ki
Gc (s) = Kp + + Kd s
​

​ ​ ​ ​

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where:

Kp = Proportional gain
​

Ki = Integral gain
​

Kd = Derivative gain
​

Each term can be implemented separately using op-amps and then summed together.

1.2 Proportional Controller Using Op-Amp

A proportional controller provides an output directly proportional to the error signal.

Vout = −Kp Vin ​ ​ ​

Circuit Diagram:

lua

+---------+
Vin ---->| Op-amp |-----> Vout
| (Gain) |
+---------+

R
Kp is set by the resistor ratio Kp = − Rinf .
​

​ ​ ​

Advantage: Simple and fast response.

Limitation: Does not eliminate steady-state error.

1.3 Integral Controller Using Op-Amp

An integral controller eliminates steady-state error by integrating the error signal over time.

Vout = −Ki ∫ Vin dt

​ ​ ​

Circuit Diagram:

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+----R----+
| |
| === C
| |
Vin --+----|-\ |-----> Vout
| \ |
| /
| /
|/-

Uses a capacitor (C) and a resistor (R).

1
Transfer function: GI (s) = RCs
​ .​

Advantage: Eliminates steady-state error.

Limitation: Causes slower response.

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1.4 Derivative Controller Using Op-Amp
A derivative controller predicts future errors and improves stability.

dVin
Vout = −Kd
​

​ ​

dt
Circuit Diagram:

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+----C----+
| |
| R
| |
Vin --+----|-\ |-----> Vout
| \ |
| /
| /
|/-

Uses a capacitor (C) and resistor (R) in a high-pass filter configuration.

Transfer function: GD (s) = −Kd s.
​ ​

Advantage: Improves transient response.

Limitation: Sensitive to noise.

1.5 Complete PID Controller Using Op-Amps

The final PID circuit is a combination of P, I, and D circuits with summing amplifiers.

Ki
GP ID (s) = Kp + + Kd s
​

​ ​ ​ ​

s
Op-Amp Circuit Implementation

The P, I, and D circuits are built separately.

Their outputs are summed using an op-amp adder.
The final output is the sum of P, I, and D terms.

Example Calculation

For:

Kp = 10, Ki = 5, Kd = 1
​ ​ ​

Resistor values: R1 = 10kΩ, R2 = 50kΩ

​ ​

Capacitor value: C = 0.1μF

The output equation becomes:

5Vin
Vout (s) = − (10Vin + + sVin )
​

​ ​ ​ ​

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This provides proportional, integral, and derivative control in one circuit.

2. Digital Implementation of PID Controllers

In modern control systems, PID controllers are digitally implemented using microcontrollers,
digital signal processors (DSPs), or programmable logic controllers (PLCs).

2.1 Discretization of the PID Controller

The continuous-time PID equation:

de(t)
u(t) = Kp e(t) + Ki ∫ e(t)dt + Kd
​ ​ ​ ​

dt
must be converted into discrete form using numerical approximations.

Discretized PID Equations

1. Proportional Term:

P = Kp e[k]​

2. Integral Term (Backward Euler Approximation):

I[k] = I[k − 1] + Ki T e[k] ​

3. Derivative Term (Backward Difference Approximation):

Kd (e[k] − e[k − 1])

D[k] =
​

T
where:

k = current time step,

T = sampling period.

Final Discrete PID Equation

Kd (e[k] − e[k − 1])

u[k] = Kp e[k] + Ki T ∑ e[k] +
​

​ ​ ​

2.2 Implementation Using Microcontrollers

Block Diagram

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Sensor → ADC → Digital PID Algorithm → DAC → Actuator

1. Analog Input: The sensor measures error.

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 2. ADC (Analog-to-Digital Converter): Converts the analog error signal to digital.
3. Microcontroller: Computes the PID algorithm.
4. DAC (Digital-to-Analog Converter): Converts the digital control signal back to analog.
5. Actuator: Applies the control action.

2.3 Implementation Using Z-Transform

The Z-transform of the PID controller is:

T z−1
Gc (z) = Kp + Ki + Kd
z−1
​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​

Tz
The digital PID controller is then implemented using difference equations in a microcontroller.

2.4 Example: Digital PID Algorithm in Python

python

# Digital PID Controller Implementation

Kp = 10
Ki = 5
Kd = 1
T = 0.01 # Sampling time

previous_error = 0
integral = 0

def PID_control(error):
global previous_error, integral
integral += error * T
derivative = (error - previous_error) / T
output = Kp * error + Ki * integral + Kd * derivative
previous_error = error
return output

This function computes the digital PID output at each step.

3. Summary
Implementation Components Used Advantages Disadvantages
Resistors, Capacitors, Fast response, no sampling
Analog (Op-Amp) Limited tuning flexibility
Op-Amps delay
Digital Highly flexible, tunable, Slower due to sampling
ADC, DAC, Processor
(Microcontroller) programmable time

Analog PID is used in real-time, high-speed systems.

Digital PID is used in software-based control systems.

4. Real-World Applications
1. Robotics – Ensuring smooth motion control.

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 2. Temperature Control – Industrial furnace regulation.
3. Autonomous Vehicles – Digital PID for steering control.

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Implementation with numerical examples and practical applications​.
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1. Feedforward Control

1.1 Definition
Feedforward control is a proactive control strategy that anticipates disturbances and compensates for
them before they affect the system.

Unlike feedback control, which reacts to errors, feedforward control adjusts the system input based
on measured disturbances.

1.2 Feedforward Control Block Diagram

lua

+--------------+
| Controller |------->(+)--------> Plant -----> Output
+--------------+ |
|
Disturbance ------> Feedforward Controller

Where:

The feedforward controller acts on the measured disturbance to compensate before it affects
the system.

1.3 Transfer Function Analysis

If:

The disturbance transfer function is Gd (s),

​

The plant transfer function is Gp (s),

​

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 The feedforward controller is Gf (s), ​

Then the output due to disturbance is:

Y (s) = Gp (s)U (s) + Gd (s)D(s)

​ ​

To cancel the disturbance, we set:

Gp (s)
Gf (s) =
​

Gd (s)
​ ​

Thus, the system output becomes:

Y (s) = Gp (s)U (s) − Gp (s)U (s) + Gd (s)D(s) = 0

​ ​ ​

This means perfect disturbance rejection, assuming an accurate model.

1.4 Example of Feedforward Control

A temperature control system in a chemical process receives a disturbance from a hot incoming fluid.

1. Without Feedforward Control:

The temperature sensor detects the disturbance after it affects the process.
The controller reacts, causing a delay.
2. With Feedforward Control:
A sensor measures the incoming fluid temperature.
The controller adjusts the cooling system before the disturbance affects the output.

1.5 Advantages and Limitations

Advantages Limitations
Fast response to disturbances Requires accurate system model

Reduces system variability Cannot handle unmeasured disturbances

Improves performance Complex implementation

2. Multi-Loop Control Configurations

2.1 Definition
Multi-loop control uses multiple feedback loops to improve stability, performance, and disturbance
rejection.

Types of Multi-Loop Control

1. Cascade Control
2. Ratio Control
3. Split-Range Control

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 4. Selective Control

2.2 Cascade Control

Cascade control uses two controllers: one for the primary process and another for a secondary
process.

Block Diagram of Cascade Control

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+------------------+
| Primary Control |--------->(+)-----> Process -----> Output
+------------------+ |
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+------------------+
| Secondary Control|
+------------------+
|
Disturbance Sensor

Example: Furnace Temperature Control

Inner loop: Controls the flow rate of fuel.

Outer loop: Controls the temperature by adjusting the inner loop.

Advantages of Cascade Control

✔ Reduces lag and overshoot.

✔ Improves disturbance rejection.
✔ Better control of slow processes.
2.3 Ratio Control
Used in blending processes where two inputs must be maintained at a fixed ratio.

Example: Fuel-Air Mixture in Engines

A ratio controller adjusts air intake based on fuel flow to maintain the optimal combustion ratio.

2.4 Split-Range Control

A single controller operates multiple actuators.

Example: Temperature Control

If low heating is required, a small heater is activated.

If high heating is required, an additional heater is also turned on.

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2.5 Selective Control
In systems where multiple variables must be monitored, the controller selects the most critical
measurement.

Example: Pressure Safety in Boilers

If pressure is too low, the fuel supply increases.

If pressure is too high, the fuel supply decreases or stops.

3. Comparison: Feedforward vs Multi-Loop Control

Aspect Feedforward Control Multi-Loop Control
Response Proactive (Prevents error) Reactive (Corrects error)
Complexity Requires precise models More flexible

Best For Predictable disturbances Uncertain disturbances

4. Real-World Applications
✅ Feedforward Control
Chemical plants: Compensates for temperature variations.
Wind turbine control: Adjusts blade pitch before wind changes.

✅ Multi-Loop Control
Industrial furnaces: Cascade control for temperature regulation.
Aircraft flight control: Multiple loops for pitch, roll, and yaw stability.

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