A Linear Systems Primer [Paperback]

Based on a streamlined presentation of the authors successful work Linear Systems, this textbook provides an introduction to systems theory with an emphasis on control. Initial chapters present necessary mathematical background material for a fundamental understanding of the dynamical behavior of systems. Each chapter includes helpful chapter descriptions and guidelines for the reader, as well as summaries, notes, references, and exercises at the end. The emphasis throughout is on time-invariant systems, both continuous- and discrete-time.

Based on a streamlined presentation of the authors successful work Linear Systems, this textbook provides an introduction to systems theory with an emphasis on control. Each chapter includes summaries, notes, references, and exercises at the end.

Based on a streamlined presentation of the authors' successful work Linear Systems, this textbook provides an introduction to systems theory with an emphasis on control. The material presented is broad enough to give the reader a clear picture of the dynamical behavior of linear systems as well as their advantages and limitations. Fundamental results and topics essential to linear systems theory are emphasized. The emphasis is on time-invariant systems, both continuous- and discrete-time.

 

Key features and topics:

* Notes, references, exercises, and a summary and highlights section at the end of each chapter.

* Comprehensive index and answers to selected exercises at the end of the book.

* Necessary mathematical background material included in an appendix.

* Helpful guidelines for the reader in the preface.

* Three core chapters guiding the reader to an excellent understanding of the dynamical behavior l3%