Digital Control Systems

TL;DR: This chapter introduces the z-Transform, a new type of transform that combines Laplace Transforms, z-Transforms and Modified Z-TRANSFORMS with Convolution Integral to achieve state-of-the-art control of Discrete-Data Systems.

Abstract: Each chapter ends with Problems and References Chapter One includes only References) Introduction 1. Signal Conversion and Processing 2. The z-Transform 3. Transfer Functions, Block Diagrams and Signal Flow Graphs 4. The State Cariable Technique 5. Controllability, Observability and Stability 6. Frequency-Domain Analysis 7. Digital Simulation and Digital Redesign 8. Design of Discrete-Data Systems 9. Optimal Control 10. Micro-processor and DSP Controls Appendices: A. Fixed-Point and Floating-Point Numbers B. Mathematical Modeling of Sampling by Convolution Integral C. Table of Laplace Transforms, z-Transforms and Modified Z-TRANSFORMS D. General Gain Formula for Signal Flow Graphs E. Routh's Tabulation for Stability Analysis F. Galil DMC-100 Motion Controller Board