Control and Estimation of Distributed Parameter Systems: Nonlinear Phenomena : International Conference in Vorau

by Wolfgang Desch

Consisting of 16 refereed original contributions, this volume presents a diversified collection of recent results in control of distributed parameter systems. Topics addressed include - optimal control in fluid mechanics - numerical methods for optimal control of partial differential equations - modeling and control of shells - level set methods - mesh adaptation for parameter estimation problems - shape optimization Advanced graduate students and researchers will find the book an excellent guide to the forefront of control and estimation of distributed parameter systems.

416 pages, Hardcover

First published September 1, 1994