Adaptive Output Feedback based on Closed-loop Reference Models

TL;DR

This paper introduces an adaptive output feedback controller utilizing a closed-loop reference model as an observer, ensuring global stability and asymptotic output tracking for certain linear plants.

Contribution

It proposes a novel adaptive control scheme that combines output feedback with a closed-loop reference model for improved stability and tracking.

Findings

Guarantees global stability of the control system.

Achieves asymptotic output tracking.

Demonstrates effectiveness for a class of linear plants.

Abstract

This note presents the design and analysis of an adaptive controller for a class of linear plants in the presence of output feedback. This controller makes use of a closed-loop reference model as an observer, and guarantees global stability and asymptotic output tracking.