[eletter] eletter 342

[Jianghai Hu]

E-LETTER on Systems, Control, and Signal Processing
Issue 342
February 2017

Editor:
Jianghai Hu
School of Electrical and Computer Engineering
Purdue University
465 Northwestern Ave.
West Lafayette, IN, 47907
USA
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Contents

1. IEEE CSS Headlines
1.1 IEEE Control Systems Society Publications Content Digest
1.2 IEEE Control Systems Letters (L-CSS): A New CSS Journal
1.3 CFP: IEEE-CSS Outreach Fund
1.4 IEEE Transactions on Automatic Control
1.5 IEEE Control Systems Society Technically Cosponsored Conferences

2. Award
2.1 European PhD Award on Control for Complex and Heterogeneous Systems

3. Summer Schools & Ph.D. Courses
3.1 Ph.D. Course on Hybrid Systems
3.2 American Summer School on Model Predictive Control
3.3 Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Summer Course in Synthetic Biology
3.4 PhD School on Cyber-Physical Systems

4. Books
4.1 Hydrodynamic Control of Wave Energy Devices
4.2 AIMD Dynamics and Distributed Resource Allocation

5. Journals
5.1 Contents: Automatica
5.2 Contents: IMA Journal of Mathematical Control and Information
5.3 Contents: Annual Reviews in Control
5.4 Contents: Annual Reviews in Control
5.5 Contents: European Journal of Control
5.6 Contents: Systems & Control Letters
5.7 Contents: Mechatronics
5.8 Contents: Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence
5.9 Contents: Journal of Process Control
5.10 Contents: International Journal of Applied Mathematics and Computer
Science
5.11 Contents: Control Engineering Practice
5.12 Contents: Asian Journal of Control
5.13 Contents: International Journal of Control
5.14 Contents: International Journal of Control, Automation, and Systems
5.15 CFP: IEEE/ASME Transaction on Mechatronics
5.16 CFP: International Journal of Intelligent Robotics and Applications
5.17 CFP: IEEE Design & Test

6. Conferences
6.1 American Control Conference
6.2 International Conference on Unmanned Aircraft Systems
6.3 International Conference on Event-Based Control, Communication, and
Signal Processing
6.4 International Conference on Information Fusion
6.5 Mediterranean Conference on Control and Automation
6.6 IEEE Colombian Conference on Automatic Control
6.7 Annual Conference of IEEE Industrial Electronics Society
6.8 Asian Control Conference
6.9 Australian and New Zealand Control Conference
6.10 ACM/IEEE International Conference Hybrid Systems Computation and
Control
6.11 International Conference on Control, Automation and Systems
6.12 Focus Period/Workshop on Large-Scale and Distributed Optimization
6.13 International Conference on Methods and Models in Automation and
Robotics
6.14 International Workshop on Control Engineering and Synthetic Biology
6.15 International Conference on Quantitative Evaluation of Systems Special
Session: “Smart Energy Systems”

7. Positions
7.1 PhD: Imperial College London, UK
7.2 PhD: CNES and CRAN, France
7.3 PhD: Eindhoven University of Technology, The Netherlands
7.4 PhD: University of the Armed Forces Munich, Germany
7.5 PhD: Southern Illinois University, USA
7.6 PhD: Lehigh University, USA
7.7 PostDoc: The Ohio State University, USA
7.8 PostDoc: I3S Laboratory, France
7.9 PostDoc: Eindhoven University of Technology, The Netherlands
7.10 PostDoc: Clemson University
7.11 PostDoc: Washington University in St. Louis, USA
7.12 PostDoc: University of Illinois, USA
7.13 PostDoc: Grenoble University, France
7.14 PostDoc: Inria, France
7.15 Research Fellow: Delta-NTU Corporate Laboratory, Singapore
7.16 Research Fellow: University of Melbourne, Australia
7.17 Visiting Professor: LCCC Linnaeus Center, Sweden
7.18 Faculty: University of Rhode Island, USA
7.19 Faculty: Washington University in St. Louis, USA
7.20 Faculty: Universite Grenoble Alpes, France
7.21 Research Engineer/Scientist: AreteX Systems, USA

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1. IEEE CSS Headlines

1.1. IEEE Control Systems Society Publications Content Digest
Contributed by: Elizabeth Kovacs, ekovacs2 at nd.edu

CSS Publications Content Digest
The IEEE Control Systems Society Publications Content Digest is a novel and
convenient guide that helps readers keep track of the latest published
articles. The CSS Publications Content Digest, available at
http://ieeecss.org/publications-content-digest provides lists of current
tables of contents of the periodicals sponsored by the Control Systems
Society.

Each issue offers readers a rapid means to survey and access the latest
peer-reviewed papers of the IEEE Control Systems Society. We also include
links to the Society’s sponsored Conferences to give readers a preview of
upcoming meetings.

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1.2. IEEE Control Systems Letters (L-CSS): A New CSS Journal
Contributed by: Elena Valcher, meme at dei.unipd.it

The IEEE Control Systems Letters (L-CSS) is a new journal of the IEEE
Control Systems Society (CSS). The submission site opened on February 1,
2017.  The journal has two features that make it unique among other
scientific publications in Systems and Control:

1) It is a rapid publication, high quality journal: at most two rounds of
review and at most 6 months from submission date to online appearance.

2) While submission is possible all year-round, in certain periods of the
year a paper can be submitted for publication to the L-CSS and at the same
time for presentation at the CDC.
For CDC 2017, you can submit your papers to L-CSS and CDC from February 1
to March 6. *** Don't miss these dates!!!***

For more information, please check the website at
http://ieee-cssletters.dei.unipd.it/index.html.

For more information about joint submission to L-CSS and CDC see,
specifically,
http://ieee-cssletters.dei.unipd.it/Page_authors.html
section "L-CSS and CDC".

Additional information:

Editor in Chief: M. Elena Valcher, University of Padova, Italy,
meme at dei.unipd.it

Steering Committee: Christos Cassandras (Boston University, MA), Fabrizio
Dabbene (CNR-IEIIT, Torino, Italy), Mario di Bernardo (University of Naples
Federico II, Italy and University of Bristol, UK), Dimitar Filev (Ford
Motor Company, Dearborn, MI), Amit Roy-Chowdhury (University of California
at Riverside), Thomas Parisini (Imperial College, London, UK and University
of Trieste, Italy), Mathukumalli Vidyasagar (University of Texas at Dallas
and Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad, India)

The L-CSS is technically co-sponsored by three IEEE societies: Circuits and
Systems Society, Systems, Man and Cybernetics Society, and the Signal
Processing Society.

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1.3. CFP: IEEE-CSS Outreach Fund
Contributed by: Daniel E. Rivera, daniel.rivera at asu.edu

The IEEE CSS Outreach Task Force is providing notice that the window for
submission of proposals to the IEEE-CSS Outreach Fund for its 2017 spring
solicitation will be held from April 3 to 28, 2017. Please note that this
time window is earlier than usual.  Information regarding the program can
be found in:

http://www.ieeecss.org/general/control-systems-society-outreach-fund

Requests for application forms (as well as inquiries and notices of
intention to submit) should be made directly to Daniel E. Rivera, Outreach
Task Force Chair, at daniel.rivera at asu.edu.

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1.4. IEEE Transactions on Automatic Control
Contributed by: Elizabeth Kovacs, ekovacs2 at nd.edu

Table of Contents
IEEE Transactions on Automatic Control
Volume 62 (2017), Issue 2 (February)

Please note that the contents of the IEEE Transactions on Automatic
Control, together with links to the abstracts of the papers may be found at
the TAC web site:
http://www.nd.edu/~ieeetac/contents.html
The IEEE Transactions on Automatic Control Submission and Review Management
System

Scanning-the-Issue
p. 513

Papers
- Predictor-Feedback Stabilization of Multi-Input Nonlinear Systems, N.
Bekiaris-Liberis, M. Krstic p. 516
- Linear Convergence and Metric Selection in Douglas-Rachford Splitting and
ADMM, P. Giselsson, S. Boyd p. 532
- Adaptive Output Feedback Control for Uncertain Linear Time-Delay Systems,
Y. Zhu, M. Krstic, H. Su p. 545
- Design of Distributed LTI Observers for State Omniscience, S. Park, N. C.
Martins p.561
- Distributed Winner-take-all in Dynamic Networks, S. Li, M. Zhou, X. Luo,
Z. You p. 577
- Feedback Nash Equilibria in Linear-Quadratic Difference Games with
Constraints, P. V. Reddy, G. Zaccour p. 590
- Quadratic Multi-Dimensional Signaling Games and Affine Equilibria, S.
Saritas, S. Yüksel, S. Gezici p. 605
- Passivity and Dissipativity Analysis of a System and its Approximation,
M. Xia, P. J. Antsaklis, V. Gupta, F. Zhu p. 620
- Small Noise May Diversify Collective Motion in Vicsek Model, G. Chen p.
636
- Analysis and Synthesis of Interconnected Positive Systems, Y. Ebihara, D.
Peaucelle, D. Arzelier p. 652
- Generalized Engage or Retreat Differential Game with Escort Regions, Z.
E. Fuchs, P. P. Khargonekar p. 668
- Dynamical Model and Optimal Turning Gait for Mechanical Rectifier
Systems, S. Kohannim, T. Iwasaki p. 682
- Transient Analysis of Serial Production Lines with Perishable Products:
Bernoulli Reliability Model, F. Ju, J. Li, J. A. Horst p. 694
- Team Optimality Conditions of Distributed Stochastic Differential
Decision Systems with Decentralized Noisy Information Structures, C. D.
Charalambous, N. U. Ahmed p. 708
- Estimation with Strategic Sensors, F. Farokhi, A. M. H. Teixeira, C.
Langbort p. 724
- A Partition-based Random Search for Stochastic Constrained Optimization
via Simulation, S. Gao, W. Chen p. 740
- Privacy Preserving Average Consensus, Y. Mo, R. M. Murray p. 753
- On Convergence Rate of Weighted-Averaging Dynamics for Consensus
Problems, A. Nedich, J. Liu p. 766
- Dual Pairs of Generalized Lyapunov Inequalities and Balanced Truncation
of Stochastic Linear Systems, T. Damm, P. Benner, Y. R. Rodriguez Cruz p.
782
- Optimal Operation and Economic Value of Energy Storage at Consumer
Locations, Y. Xu, L. Tong p. 792
- A Lyapunov Redesign of Coordination Algorithms for Cyber-Physical
Systems, C. De Persis, R. Postoyan p. 808
- Eigenspectrum-Based Iterative Learning Control for a Class of Distributed
Parameter System, T. Xiao, H-X. Li p. 824
- Relative Time and Stochastic Control with Non-Smooth Features, X-R. Cao
p. 837
- Fast Filtering in Switching Approximations of Non-linear Markov Systems
with Applications to Stochastic Volatility, I. Gorynin, S. Derrode, E.
Monfrini, W. Pieczynski p. 853

Technical Notes and Correspondence
- Sliding Mode Control in Stochastic Continuos-Time Systems: μ-zone
MS-convergence, A. S. Poznyak p. 853
- Simultaneous Velocity and Position Estimation via Distance-only
Measurements with Application to Multi-Agent System Control, B. Jiang, M.
Deghat, B. D.O. Anderson p. 869
- Filtering With Uncertain Noise, R. J. Elliott p. 876
- Linear Optimal Unbiased Filter for Time-Variant Systems Without Apriori
Information on Initial Conditions, S. Zhao, B. Huang, F. Liu p. 882
- Complexity Certification of the Fast Alternating Minimization Algorithm
for Linear MPC, Y. Pu, M. N. Zeilinger, C. N. Jones p. 888
- Observer Design for Tracking Consensus in Second-order Multi-agent
Systems: Fractional Order Less Than Two, W. Yu, Y. Li, G. Wen, X. Yu, J.
Cao p. 894
- A Study on Stability of the Interacting Multiple Model Algorithm, I.
Hwang, C. E. Seah, S. Lee p. 901
- Robust Iterative Learning Control for Nonrepetitive Uncertain Systems, D.
Meng, K. L. Moore p. 907
- Predictor-based Control of Systems with State Multiplicative Noise, E.
Gershon, E. Fridman, U. Shaked p. 914
- Invariant-based Supervisory Control of Switched Discrete Event Systems,
S. Reveliotis, Z. Fei p. 921
- An Extremum-Seeking Controller for Distributed Optimization over Sensor
Networks, S. Dougherty, M. Guay p. 928
- Local Modular Supervisory Control of Timed Discrete-Event Systems, G.
Schafaschek, M. H. de Queiroz, J. E. R. Cury p. 934
- The Performance and Limitations of epsilon-Stealthy Attacks on Higher
Order Systems, E. Kung, S. Dey, L. Shi p. 941
- Adaptive Control of Robot Manipulators With Uncertain Kinematics and
Dynamics, H. Wang p. 948
- On the Detection of Valve Nonlinearities in Otherwise Linear Closed-Loop
Systems, T. Spinner, B. Srinivasan, R. Rengaswamy p. 955
- Characterizing Token Delays of Timed Event Graphs for K-Cyclic Schedules,
T-E. Lee, H-J. Kim, D-H. Roh, R. S. Sreenivas p. 961
- On Autocovariance Least-Squares Method for Noise Covariance Matrices
Estimation, J. Dunik, O. Straka, M. Simandl p. 967
- State and Parameter Estimation: A Nonlinear Luenberger Approach, C. Afri,
V. Andrieu, L. Bako, P. Dufour p. 973
- Adaptive Backstepping Quantized Control for a Class of Nonlinear Systems,
X. Yu, Y. Lin p. 981
- Supervisory Control for Behavior Composition, P. Felli, N. Yadav, S.
Sardina p. 986
- Noise-Tolerant ZNN Models for Solving Time-Varying Zero-Finding Problems:
A Control-Theoretic Approach, L. Jin, Y. Zhang, S. Li, Y. Zhang p. 992
- Quantum Noises, Physical Realizability and Coherent Quantum Feedback
Control, S. L. Vuglar, I. R. Petersen p. 998
- Contact-Force Control of a Flexible Timoshenko Arm, T. Endo, M. Sasaki,
F. Matsuno p. 1004

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1.5 IEEE Control Systems Society Technically Cosponsored Conferences
Contributed by: Luca Zaccarian, CSS AE Conferences, zaccarian at laas.fr

The following conferences have been recently included in the list of events
technically cosponsored by the IEEE Control Systems Society:

- 21st International Conference on System Theory, Control and Computing
(ICSTCC 2017). Sinaia, Romania. Oct 19 - 21, 2017.
http://www.icstcc2017.ac.tuiasi.ro/
- 6th International Conference on Systems and Control (ICSC 2017). Batna,
Algeria. May 7 - May 9, 2017.
http://lias.labo.univ-poitiers.fr/icsc/icsc2017/
- 2017 International Conference on Unmanned Aircraft Systems (ICUAS’17).
Miami (FL), United States. Jun 13 - Jun 16, 2017.
http://www.uasconferences.com/
- 6th International Symposium on Advanced Control of Industrial Processes
(AdCONIP 2017). Taipei, Taiwan. May 28 - May 31, 2017.
http://www.adconip2017.org/

For a full listing of CSS technically cosponsored conferences, please visit
http://ieeecss.org/conferences/technically-cosponsored and for a list of
the upcoming and past CSS main conferences please visit
http://ieeecss.org/conferences

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2. Award

2.1. European PhD Award on Control for Complex and Heterogeneous Systems
Contributed by: Luca Greco, luca.greco at l2s.centralesupelec.fr

2016 European PhD Award on Control for Complex and Heterogeneous Systems

As every year, we would like to encourage young researchers that have
recently obtained their PhD degree to participate in the process for the
selection of the best PhD thesis defended in a European University in the
field of Control for Complex and Heterogeneous Systems. The aim is to
encourage high-quality work amongst young researchers in their first
research period. The prize consists of a certificate and a cash award of
1000 €. It will be delivered during the IFAC World Congress.

Deadline for application: *28th February 2017*

To be eligible for the award, the thesis must be in English and have been
defended in Europe between 15/07/2015 and 14/07/2016

Former recipients can be found on the webpage:
http://www.eeci-institute.eu/index.php?p=PhD-Award

To apply, please consult the award webpage:
http://www.eeci-institute.eu/PhD-Award/

Please forward this message also to whom it may concern in your Department
or to your colleagues.

Denis Efimov and Luca Greco

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3. Summer Schools & Ph.D. Courses

3.1. Ph.D. Course on Hybrid Systems
Contributed by: Maria Prandini, maria.prandini at polimi.it

Ph.D. Course
HYBRID SYSTEMS
Ph.D. in Information Technology
Dipartimento di Elettronica, Informazione e Bioingegneria (DEIB)
Politecnico di Milano, Milano, Italy
http://home.deib.polimi.it/prandini/Hybrid_Systems_2017.html

Dates: February 20 – 24, 2017
Location: Sala Seminari DEIB, Milano

Organizer:
Maria Prandini – Politecnico di Milano

Lecturers:
Goran Frehse – University Grenoble Alpes
Olaf Stursberg – Universität Kassel
Maria Prandini – Politecnico di Milano

Course description:
The aim of this course is to introduce the student to the area of hybrid
systems, that is dynamical systems characterized by the interaction of
different types of dynamics, both continuous and discrete.
The interest in a systematic study of hybrid systems has been fuelled by
recent technological innovations, which led to the pervasive diffusion of
increasingly complex digital system for the control and supervision of
physical systems (“embedded” systems represent a significant example in
this respect).
The study of hybrid systems is generally more challenging than that of
purely discrete or purely continuous systems, because of the interaction
between dynamics of different nature. In this course, we shall introduce
models for hybrid systems, and describe general methods for investigating
properties such as reachability, observability and stability. Verification
and control of hybrid systems will also be addressed, with a special focus
on the class of piecewise affine systems. Analysis and design methods will
be demonstrated on examples from different application contexts.
Students attending the course should be able to appreciate the diversity of
phenomena that arise in hybrid systems, and understand how concepts that
are classical in the theory of discrete systems, modelled by automata, can
coexist with concepts that are classical in the theory of continuous
systems, modelled by differential or difference equations, in a unifying
framework.

To register to the course, please, send an e-mail to
francesca.clemenza at polimi.it

Lectures will take place at Sala Seminari of the Dipartimento di
Elettronica, Informazione e Bioingegneria, Politecnico di Milano, via
Ponzio 34/5, 20133 Milano, Italy.
See http://www.deib.polimi.it/eng/how-to-reach-us for directions on how to
reach the Dipartimento di Elettronica, Informazione e Bioingegneria.

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3.2. American Summer School on Model Predictive Control
Contributed by: Sasa V. Rakovic, sasa.v.rakovic at fe.up.pt

A four-day, eight-speaker American Summer School on Model Predictive
Control (MPC) has been organized by Sasa V. Rakovic, James B. Rawlings and
Ilya V. Kolmanovsky. The first American Summer School of MPC will be held
at the University of Wisconsin-Madison from July 25, 2017 to July 28, 2017.

The American Summer School on MPC aims to enable up to 40 graduate students
(as well as interested researchers and control practitioners) from a
cross-cutting set of disciplines in engineering, science, and applied
mathematics to receive advanced education and training from international
experts in the theory, implementation and application of MPC. The
instructors comprise leading researchers from universities, government
laboratories, and industrial companies, and they have been selected for
their leading expertise in the different research areas, as well as a
diversity of backgrounds and disciplines in engineering, science and
applied mathematics.

The main topics of the summer school are:
- Introduction to MPC and MPC essentials (by William S. Levine).
- Classical MPC: regulation, estimation, and disturbance models (by James
B. Rawlings).
- Robust MPC (by Sasa V. Rakovic).
- Stochastic MPC (by Ilya V. Kolmanovsky).
- Economic MPC (by David Angeli).
- MPC for sampled-data systems (by Fernando Fontes).
- Online optimization for MPC (by Lorenz T. Biegler).
- Industrial applications of MPC (by Thomas A. Badgwell).

The summer school delivers a carefully crafted overview of the theoretical
fundamentals of MPC, and it provides access to, and motivates the
development of, freely-available and state-of-the-art numerical software
for implementing the advanced MPC methods on difficult and challenging
examples and industrial applications. The summer school also anticipates
inclusion of class mini-projects that enable all attendees to present, and
discuss, problems of direct interest to their research, and also to receive
feedback from a set of instructors with valuable expertise in all areas of
MPC research.

Additional information, including a detailed summer school schedule and
registration information will be made available shortly at the summer
school website www.che.wisc.edu/mpc-summer-school

The organizers of the summer school are grateful to NSF for providing
financial support for up to 40 attending participants. Travel expenses will
be reimbursed up to $500 pending final approval of NSF funding. A modest
registration fee of $150 is also required for all attendees. Registration
will open on May 1, and is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Registration is capped at 40 students, so early registration is encouraged.

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3.3. Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Summer Course in Synthetic Biology
Contributed by: Elisa Franco, efranco at ucr.edu

Accepting applications for the 2017 Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Summer
Course in Synthetic Biology

We are now accepting applications for the 2017 Cold Spring Harbor
Laboratory Summer Course in Synthetic Biology. We encourage you, your
colleagues, and/or your trainees to apply if…
- You are a scientist whose training is well underway (senior graduate
student to junior faculty and beyond).
- You are interested in steering your research in a new direction, towards
synthetic biology.
- You are interested in a multi-disciplinary approach to biology and
bioengineering. We encourage students of all backgrounds, whether the very
biological or very theoretical, to apply!

Since the course began in 2013, industry professionals, graduate students,
postdocs, science educators, and junior faculty have completed our
immersive two-week laboratory class. The Course will focus on how the
complexity of biological systems, combined with traditional engineering
approaches, results in the emergence of new design principles for synthetic
biology. Students will work in teams to learn the practical and theoretical
underpinnings of cutting edge research in the area of Synthetic Biology. In
addition, students will gain a broad overview of current applications of
synthetic biology by interacting with a panel of internationally-recognized
speakers from academia and industry during seminars, lab work, social
activities.

Scholarships: Several stipend awards are available for applicants who are
accepted into the course. Please read details about the available stipend
awards at: https://meetings.cshl.edu/sponsors.aspx?course=C-SYNBIO&year=17
In order to be considered for an award, you must specifically reference
which one you are eligible for in the Stipend Request section of your
application.

Course dates: July 25 - August 6, 2017
Application deadline: April 15, 2017
Application submission information:
http://meetings.cshl.edu/courses/2017/c-synbio17.shtml
Course blog & website: https://cshlsynbio.wordpress.com/

Chase Beisel, Elisa Franco, Vincent Noireaux, Lauren Woodruff

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3.4. PhD School on Cyber-Physical Systems
Contributed by: Maurice Heemels, m.heemels at tue.nl

The 7th oCPS PhD School on Cyber-Physical Systems

We would like to attract your attention to the "7th oCPS PhD School on
Cyber-Physical Systems," which will take place Monday June 12 to Thursday
June 15, 2017 in Lucca, Italy. The school is targeted at graduate students
and researchers who want to learn the main concepts of cyber-physical
systems (CPSs), as well as at graduate students and postgraduate
researchers already working in the area. The school is an event organized
by oCPS, which is a Training Network (Marie Curie) receiving funding from
the European Union’s 2020 framework programme for research and innovation,
see more on ocps.ele.tue.nl.

Confirmed tutorial speakers at the moment are:

◦ Prof. Alf Isaksson, ABB Corporate Research
◦ Prof. Christos Cassandras, Boston University, USA
◦ Prof. Samarjit Chakraborty , TU Munich, Germany
◦ Prof. Maurice Heemels, Eindhoven University of Technology, NL
◦ Prof. Henrik Sandberg, KTH Stockholm, Sweden
◦ Prof. Alberto Bemporad, IMT Lucca, Italy
◦ Prof. Dimitri Bertsekas, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, USA
◦ Prof. Magnus Egerstedt , Georgia Tech, USA
◦ Prof. Marios Polycarpou, University of Cyprus, Cyprus.

These and other speakers will lecture during the school covering the basic
concepts and results on
- Discrete-event and hybrid systems techniques for CPS
- Resource-aware control
- Formal methods for embedded control
- Security in control of CPS
- Model predictive control
- Approximate dynamic programming
- Fault-tolerant control of distributed CPS
- Multi-agent systems
- Industrial perspectives on CPS.

The program of the school includes four full days of lectures, interleaved
by enough time slots to allow scientific discussions among the participants
and with the speakers.

The oCPS PhD school on Cyber-Physical Systems is also the 7th edition of a
series of biannual PhD schools with a focus on hybrid, networked and
cyber-physical systems, which educated over 500 PhD students worldwide
since 2003.

We are currently setting up the website for the new school. The full
program of the school, other information and the registration procedure can
be found soon at http://ocps17.imtlucca.it/

We welcome you, your students and colleagues to this interesting and
inspiring event!

Alberto Bemporad
Maurice Heemels
Samarjit Chakraborty

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4. Books

4.1. Hydrodynamic Control of Wave Energy Devices
Contributed by: John Ringwood, john.ringwood at nuim.ie

Book title: Hydrodynamic control of wave energy devices

Authors:
Umesh A. Korde (Michigan Tech. University, USA)
John V. Ringwood (Maynooth University, Ireland)

Publication information:
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 978-1107079700/1107079705
Publication date: Sept. 2016

Outline: This book provides an accessible coverage of all aspects of the
hydrodynamic control of wave energy converters. Such control is necessary
to maximise energy capture, for a given device configuration and plays a
major role in efforts to make wave energy economic. The book is accessible
to a wide range of disciplines, taking the reader from the mathematical and
technical fundamentals, through the main pillars of wave energy
hydrodynamic control, right through to state-of-the-art algorithms for
hydrodynamic control. The various operating principles of wave energy
converters are exposed and the unique aspects of the hydrodynamic control
problem highlighted, along with a variety of potential solutions.
Supporting material on wave forecasting and the interaction of the
hydrodynamic control problem with other aspects of wave energy device
optimisation, such as device geometry optimisation and optimal device array
layout, is also provided.

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4.2. AIMD Dynamics and Distributed Resource Allocation
Contributed by: Gina Rinelli Harris, rinelli at siam.org

New SIAM book: AIMD Dynamics and Distributed Resource Allocation by
Corless, King, Shorten, and Wirth.

This is the first comprehensive book on the AIMD algorithm, the most widely
used method for allocating a limited resource among competing agents
without centralized control. The authors offer a new approach that is based
on positive switched linear systems. It is used to develop most of the main
results found in the book, and fundamental results on stochastic switched
nonnegative and consensus systems are derived to obtain these results.

The original and best known application of the algorithm is in the context
of congestion control and resource allocation on the Internet, and readers
will find details of several variants of the algorithm in order of
increasing complexity, including deterministic, random, linear, and
nonlinear versions. In each case, stability and convergence results are
derived based on unifying principles. Basic and fundamental properties of
the algorithm are described, examples are used to illustrate the richness
of the resulting dynamical systems, and applications are provided to show
how the algorithm can be used in the context of smart cities, intelligent
transportation systems, and the smart grid.

ISBN 978-1-611974-21-8 / List Price $84.00 / SIAM Member Price $58.80 /
Order Code DC29

Available at http://bookstore.siam.org/dc29/.

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5. Journals

5.1. Contents: Automatica
Contributed by: Elisa Capello, automatica at polito.it

Table of Contents
Automatica,
Vol. 76, February 2017
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/journal/00051098/76

- Eoin Devane, Ioannis Lestas, “Delay-independent incremental stability in
time-varying monotone systems satisfying a generalized condition of
two-sided scalability”, pages 1-9.
- Abhinav Kumar Singh, Bikash C. Pal, “An extended linear quadratic
regulator for LTI systems with exogenous inputs”, pages 10-16.
- Aneel Tanwani, Stephan Trenn, “Determinability and state estimation for
switched differential–algebraic equations”, pages 17-31.
- Jorge R. Chávez-Fuentes, Eduardo F. Costa, Jorge E. Mayta, Marco H.
Terra, “Regularity and stability analysis of discrete-time Markov jump
linear singular systems”, pages 32-40.
- Eduardo Ramírez-Llanos, Sonia Martínez, “A distributed dynamics for
virus-spread control”, pages 41-48.
- Shigeru Hanba, “Controllability to the origin implies state-feedback
stabilizability for discrete-time nonlinear systems”, pages 49-52.
- Diego Eckhard, Alexandre S. Bazanella, Cristian R. Rojas, Håkan
Hjalmarsson, “Cost function shaping of the output error criterion”, pages
53-60.
- Hyeong Soo Chang, “Value set iteration for two-person zero-sum Markov
games”, pages 61-64.
- Jun Yang, Zhengtao Ding, “Global output regulation for a class of lower
triangular nonlinear systems: A feedback domination approach”, pages 65-69.
- Badong Chen, Xi Liu, Haiquan Zhao, Jose C. Principe, ‘’Maximum
correntropy Kalman filter’’, pages 70-77.
- Mattia Mattioni, Salvatore Monaco, Dorothée Normand-Cyrot, “Immersion and
invariance stabilization of strict-feedback dynamics under sampling”, pages
78-86.
- Xiao-Jian Li, Guang-Hong Yang, “Adaptive decentralized control for a
class of interconnected nonlinear systems via backstepping approach and
graph theory”, pages 87-95.
- Dimitri Peaucelle, Yoshio Ebihara, Yohei Hosoe, “Robust observed-state
feedback design for discrete-time systems rational in the uncertainties”,
pages 96-102.
- Richard Oberdieck, Nikolaos A. Diangelakis, Efstratios N. Pistikopoulos,
“Explicit model predictive control: A connected-graph approach”, pages
103-112.
- Jorge I. Poveda, Andrew R. Teel, “A framework for a class of hybrid
extremum seeking controllers with dynamic inclusions”, pages 113-126.
- Er-wei Bai, Li Ding, “Robust target localization in the absence of signal
propagation models”, pages 127-137.
- Kun Liu, Alexandre Seuret, Yuanqing Xia, “Stability analysis of systems
with time-varying delays via the second-order Bessel–Legendre inequality”,
pages 138-142.
- Yan-Jun Liu, Shaocheng Tong, “Barrier Lyapunov functions for Nussbaum
gain adaptive control of full state constrained nonlinear systems”, pages
143-152.
- Seyed Rasoul Etesami, Tamer Başar, “Price of anarchy and an approximation
algorithm for the binary-preference capacitated selfish replication game”,
pages 153-163.
- Giorgio Valmorbida, Andrea Garulli, Luca Zaccarian, “Regional image gain
analysis for linear saturating systems”, pages 164-168.
- Halil I. Basturk, “Cancellation of unmatched biased sinusoidal
disturbances for unknown LTI systems in the presence of state delay”, pages
169-176.
- Maryam Kamgarpour, Tony A. Wood, Sean Summers, John Lygeros, “Control
synthesis for stochastic systems given automata specifications defined by
stochastic sets”, pages 177-182.
- Yuanqing Wu, Renquan Lu, Peng Shi, Hongye Su, Zheng-Guang Wu, “Adaptive
output synchronization of heterogeneous network with an uncertain leader”,
pages 183-192.
- Fudong Ge, YangQuan Chen, Chunhai Kou, “Regional controllability analysis
of fractional diffusion equations with Riemann–Liouville time fractional
derivatives”, pages 193-199.
- Yu Li, Shuhua Zhang, Jingwen Han, “Dynamic pricing and periodic ordering
for a stochastic inventory system with deteriorating items”, pages 200-213.
- Shen Zeng, Frank Allgöwer, “Structured optimal feedback in multi-agent
systems: A static output feedback perspective”, pages 214-221.
- Serhat Obuz, Justin R. Klotz, Rushikesh Kamalapurkar, Warren Dixon,
“Unknown time-varying input delay compensation for uncertain nonlinear
systems”, pages 222-229.
- Henrik Anfinsen, Ole Morten Aamo, “Disturbance rejection in general
heterodirectional 1-D linear hyperbolic systems using collocated sensing
and control”, pages 230-242.
- Pan Zhao, Ryozo Nagamune, “Switching LPV controller design under
uncertain scheduling parameters”, pages 243-250.
- Zhiyun Lin, Tingrui Han, Ronghao Zheng, Changbin Yu, “Distributed
localization with mixed measurements under switching topologies”, pages
251-257.
- Yueyun Lu, Wei Zhang, “A piecewise smooth control-Lyapunov function
framework for switching stabilization”, pages 258-265.
- Wei Liu, “State estimation for discrete-time Markov jump linear systems
with time-correlated measurement noise”, pages 266-276.
- Sahar Mohajerani, Robi Malik, Martin Fabian, “Compositional synthesis of
supervisors in the form of state machines and state maps”, pages 277-281.
- Shen Yin, Huijun Gao, Jianbin Qiu, Okyay Kaynak, “Descriptor
reduced-order sliding mode observers design for switched systems with
sensor and actuator faults”, pages 282-292.
- Uroš V. Kalabić, Rohit Gupta, Stefano Di Cairano, Anthony M. Bloch, Ilya
V. Kolmanovsky, “MPC on manifolds with an application to the control of
spacecraft attitude on SO(3)”, pages 293-300.
- Hiroaki Mukaidani, Hua Xu, “Infinite horizon linear-quadratic Stackelberg
games for discrete-time stochastic systems”, pages 301-308.
- Laurentiu Hetel, Christophe Fiter, Hassan Omran, Alexandre Seuret, Emilia
Fridman, Jean-Pierre Richard, Silviu Iulian Niculescu, “Recent developments
on the stability of systems with aperiodic sampling: An overview”, pages
309-335.
- Yuanlong Li, Zongli Lin, “The maximal contractively invariant ellipsoids
for discrete-time linear systems under saturated linear feedback”, pages
336-344.
- Ababacar Diagne, Mamadou Diagne, Shuxia Tang, Miroslav Krstic,
“Backstepping stabilization of the linearized Saint-Venant–Exner model”,
pages 345-354.
- Mattia Zorzi, Alessandro Chiuso, “Sparse plus low rank network
identification: A nonparametric approach”, pages 355-366.
- Sanda Lefteriu, Martine Olivi, Fabien Seyfert, Matteo Oldoni, “System
identification of microwave filters from multiplexers by rational
interpolation”, pages 367-377.
- Xiaodi Li, Xiaoli Zhang, Shiji Song, “Effect of delayed impulses on
input-to-state stability of nonlinear systems”, pages 378-382.

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5.2. Contents: IMA Journal of Mathematical Control and Information
Contributed by: Kathryn Roberts, kathryn.roberts at oup.com

Contents, IMA Journal of Mathematical Control and Information 33:04

A new issue of IMA Journal of Mathematical Control and Information is now
available online.
The Table of Contents below can be viewed at: http://bit.ly/2i9BDhp

- Arash Sadeghzadeh and Hamidreza Momeni, Robust output feedback control
for discrete-time systems with ellipsoidal uncertainty,
http://bit.ly/2hRxWz4
- Miao Liu, ShouGuang Wang, Tasawar Hayat, Ahmed Alsaedi, and ZhiWu Li, A
resource configuration method for liveness of a class of Petri nets,
http://bit.ly/2j3SB0m-
- Jiahe Jiang, An approach to analysis and design for some large-scale
linear systems, http://bit.ly/2j3HgxE
- Boumediène Chentouf, Compensation of the interior delay effect for a
rotating disk–beam system, http://bit.ly/2j8kXef
- Alexandra Rodkina and Nikolai Dokuchaev, On asymptotic optimality of
Merton's myopic portfolio strategies under time discretization,
http://bit.ly/2hPGD9P
- Ibrahima N'Doye, Mohamed Darouach, Holger Voos, and Michel Zasadzinski,
On the robustness of linear and non-linear fractional-order systems with
non-linear uncertain parameters, http://bit.ly/2i9uxcD
- Dongqing Wang and Yanpu Gao, Recursive maximum likelihood identification
method for a multivariable controlled autoregressive moving average system,
http://bit.ly/2izv6j8
- M. R. Ramezani-al, A. V. Kamyad, and N. Pariz, A new switching strategy
design for uncertain switched linear systems based on min-projection
strategy in guaranteed cost control problem, http://bit.ly/2i9o41r
- Denis Efimov, Tarek Raïssi, Wilfrid Perruquetti, and Ali Zolghadri,
Design of interval observers for estimation and stabilization of
discrete-time LPV systems, http://bit.ly/2i9wVQz
- Xianglei Jia, Shengyuan Xu, Qian Ma, Zhidong Qi, and Yun Zou, Global
practical tracking by output feedback for a class of non-linear time-delay
systems, http://bit.ly/2izx9Un
- Yumei Li, Holger Voos, Mohamed Darouach, and Changchun Hua, An
application of linear algebra theory in networked control systems:
stochastic cyber-attacks detection approach, http://bit.ly/2j8i9xC
- Hamid Reza Marzban and Sayyed Mohammad Hoseini, Numerical treatment of
non-linear optimal control problems involving piecewise constant delay,
http://bit.ly/2iCEOz8
- Chang-Hua Lien, Ker-Wei Yu, Jenq-Der Chen, and Long-Yeu Chung, Global
exponential stability of switched systems with interval time-varying delays
and multiple non-linearities via simple switching signal design,
http://bit.ly/2hRBEsq
- Félix A. Miranda, Fernando Castaños, and Alexander Poznyak, Min–max
piecewise constant optimal control for multi-model linear systems,
http://bit.ly/2iOC2Gz
- César-Fernando Méndez-Barrios, Silviu-Iulian Niculescu, and Liliana
Félix, Sampling decomposition and asymptotic zeros behaviour of
sampled-data SISO systems. An eigenvalue-based approach,
http://bit.ly/2j3Kjpz

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5.3. Contents: Annual Reviews in Control
Contributed by: John Coca, j.coca at elsevier.com

Annual Reviews in Control
Volume 41

- Francoise Lamnabhi-Lagarrigue, “The next phase of Annual Reviews in
Control”, Page 1
- I. Karafyllis, M. Krstic, “Approximate and sampled-data predictors for
control of nonlinear delay systems”, Vol. 41, Pages 2-12
- Mohammed-Tahar Laraba, Sorin Olaru, Silviu-Iulian Niculescu, Franco
Blanchini, Giulia Giordano, Daniele Casagrande, Stefano Miani, “Guide on
set invariance for delay difference equations Pages”, Vol. 41, 13-23
- A. Chiuso, “Regularization and Bayesian learning in dynamical systems:
Past, present and future”, Vol. 41, Pages 24-38
- Hamsa Balakrishnan, “Control and optimization algorithms for air
transportation systems”, Vol. 41, Pages 39-46
- A.A. Mulla, P.N. Vasambekar, “Overview on the development and
applications of antenna control systems”, Vol. 41, Pages 47-57
- D. Engelhart, T.A. Boonstra, R.G.K.M. Aarts, A.C. Schouten, H. van der
Kooij, “Comparison of closed-loop system identification techniques to
quantify multi-joint human balance control”, Vol. 41, Pages 58-70
- Zhixiang Liu, Youmin Zhang, Xiang Yu, Chi Yuan, “Unmanned surface
vehicles: An overview of developments and challenges”, Vol. 41, Pages 71-93
- B. Ashok, S. Denis Ashok, C. Ramesh Kumar, “A review on control system
architecture of a SI engine management system”, Vol. 41, Pages 94-118
- Arjan van der Schaft, Tjerk Stegink, “Perspectives in modeling for
control of power networks”, Vol. 41, Pages 119-132
- Ernesto López-Mellado, “Special section on dependable control of discrete
systems”, Vol. 41, Pages 133-134
- Romain Jacob, Jean-Jacques Lesage, Jean-Marc Faure, “Overview of discrete
event systems opacity: Models, validation, and quantification”, Vol. 41,
Pages 135-146
- Spyros Reveliotis, “Real-time management of complex resource allocation
systems: Necessity, achievements and further challenges”, Vol. 41, Pages
147-158
- Thomas Moor, “A discussion of fault-tolerant supervisory control in terms
of formal languages”, Vol. 41, Pages 159-169
- Yiannis Papadopoulos, Martin Walker, David Parker, Septavera Sharvia,
Leonardo Bottaci, Sohag Kabir, Luis Azevedo, Ioannis Sorokos, “A synthesis
of logic and bio-inspired techniques in the design of dependable systems”,
Pages 170-182
- Daniel Limon, David Muñoz de la Peña, Colin N. Jones, “Special section on
Nonlinear Model Predictive Control”, Page 183
- David Mayne, “Robust and stochastic model predictive control: Are we
going in the right direction?”, Pages 184-192
- Sergio Lucia, Markus Kögel, Pablo Zometa, Daniel E. Quevedo, Rolf
Findeisen, “Predictive control, embedded cyberphysical systems and systems
of systems – A perspective”, Pages 193-207
- Matthew Ellis, Helen Durand, Panagiotis D. Christofides, “Elucidation of
the role of constraints in economic model predictive control”, Pages 208-217
- David Angeli, Alessandro Casavola, Francesco Tedesco, “Theoretical
advances on Economic Model Predictive Control with time-varying costs”,
Pages 218-224

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5.4. Contents: Annual Reviews in Control
Contributed by: John Coca, j.coca at elsevier.com

Annual Reviews in Control
Volume 42

- Ruben Heradio, Luis de la Torre, Sebastian Dormido, “Virtual and remote
labs in control education: A survey”, Volume 42, Pages 1-10
- Mahdieh S. Sadabadi, Dimitri Peaucelle, “From static output feedback to
structured robust static output feedback: A survey”, Volume 42, Pages 11-26
- R.E. Best, N.V. Kuznetsov, G.A. Leonov, M.V. Yuldashev, R.V. Yuldashev,
“Tutorial on dynamic analysis of the Costas loop”, Volume 42, Pages 27-49
- Ulf Jakob F. Aarsnes, Tore Flåtten, Ole Morten Aamo, “Review of two-phase
flow models for control and estimation”, Volume 4, Pages 50-62
- Khaoula Tidriri, Nizar Chatti, Sylvain Verron, Teodor Tiplica, “Bridging
data-driven and model-based approaches for process fault diagnosis and
health monitoring: A review of researches and future challenges”, Volume
42, Pages 63-81
- Riaz Uddin, Jeha Ryu, Predictive control approaches for bilateral
teleoperation, Volume 42, Pages 82-99
- B. Saldivar, S. Mondié, S.-I. Niculescu, H. Mounier, I. Boussaada, “A
control oriented guided tour in oilwell drilling vibration modeling”,
Volume 42, Pages 100-113
- Philippe de Larminat, “Earth climate identification vs. anthropic global
warming attribution”, Volume 42, Pages 114-125
- Leyla Özkan, Xavier Bombois, Jobert H.A. Ludlage, Cristian Rojas, Håkan
Hjalmarsson, Per Erik Modén, Michael Lundh, Ton C.P.M. Backx, Paul M.J. Van
den Hof, “Advanced autonomous model-based operation of industrial process
systems (Autoprofit): Technological developments and future perspectives”,
Volume 42, Pages 126-142
- Pere Ridao, David Ribas, Pedro J. Sanz, “Special section on navigation,
guidance and control of underwater vehicles”, Volume 42, Pages 143-144
- Martin Ludvigsen, Asgeir J. Sørensen, “Towards integrated autonomous
underwater operations for ocean mapping and monitoring”, Volume 42, Pages
145-157
- Stefan B. Williams, Oscar Pizarro, Daniel M. Steinberg, Ariell Friedman,
Mitch Bryson, “Reflections on a decade of autonomous underwater vehicles
operations for marine survey at the Australian Centre for Field Robotics”,
Volume 42, Pages 158-165
- Francisco Curado Teixeira, João Quintas, António Pascoal, “AUV
terrain-aided navigation using a Doppler velocity logger”, Volume 42, Pages
166-176
- Guillem Vallicrosa, Pere Ridao, “Sum of gaussian single beacon range-only
localization for AUV homing”, Volume 42, Pages 177-187
- Didier Maquin, “Special section on fault detection, supervision and
safety for technical processes”, Volume 42, Pages 188-189
- Kristen Severson, Paphonwit Chaiwatanodom, Richard D. Braatz,
“Perspectives on process monitoring of industrial systems”, Volume 42,
Pages 190-200
- D. Hissel, M.C. Pera, “Diagnostic & health management of fuel cell
systems: Issues and solutions”, Volume 42, Pages 201-211
- J.M. Maciejowski, E.N. Hartley, K. Siaulys, “A longitudinal flight
control law to accommodate sensor loss in the RECONFIGURE benchmark”,
Volume 42, Pages 212-223
- A. Zolghadri, J. Cieslak, D. Efimov, P. Goupil, R. Dayre, “Practical
design considerations for successful industrial application of model-based
fault detection techniques to aircraft systems”, Volume 42, Pages 224-231
- Christophe Combastel, “An Extended Zonotopic and Gaussian Kalman Filter
(EZGKF) merging set-membership and stochastic paradigms: Toward non-linear
filtering and fault detection”, Volume 42, Pages 232-243
- Michael Döhler, Laurent Mevel, Qinghua Zhang, “Fault detection, isolation
and quantification from Gaussian residuals with application to structural
damage diagnosis”, Volume 42, Pages 244-256
- Prakash Jagadeesan, “Special Section on Advances in Control and
Optimization of Dynamical Systems”, Volume 42, Pages 257-258
- Anuradha M. Annaswamy, Ahmad R. Malekpour, Stefanos Baros, “Emerging
research topics in control for smart infrastructures”, Volume 42, Pages
259-270
- P.K. Menon, S.G. Park, “Dynamics and control technologies in air traffic
management”, Volume 42, Pages 271-284
- Julian Mercieca, Visakan Kadirkamanathan, “Estimation and Identification
of Spatio-Temporal Models with Applications in Engineering, Healthcare and
Social Science”, Volume 42, Pages 285-298
- Xiaohua Xia, Lijun Zhang, “Industrial energy systems in view of energy
efficiency and operation control”, Volume 42, Pages 299-308
- Ian R. Petersen, “Negative imaginary systems theory and applications”,
Volume 42, Pages 309-318
- Kamesh Subbarao, Pavan Nuthi, Ghassan Atmeh, “Reinforcement learning
based computational adaptive optimal control and system identification for
linear systems”, Volume 42, Pages 319-331
- Liuping Wang, “Tutorial review on repetitive control with anti-windup
mechanisms, Volume 42, Pages 332-345
- K. Lochan, B.K. Roy, B. Subudhi, “A review on two-link flexible
manipulators”, Volume 42, Pages 346-367

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5.5. Contents: European Journal of Control
Contributed by: John Coca, j.coca at elsevier.com

European Journal of Control
Volume 32
November 2016

- Dario Bauso, Tamer Başar, “Strategic thinking under social influence:
Scalability, stability and robustness of allocations”, Pages 1-15
- Heping Ma, Bin Liu, “Maximum principle for partially observed
risk-sensitive optimal control problems of mean-field type”, Pages 16-23
- Dmitry Karamzin, Valeriano de Oliveira, Fernando Pereira, Geraldo Silva,
“Minimax optimal control problem with state constraints”, Pages 24-31
- Mohamed Ouzahra, “Approximate and exact controllability of a
reaction–diffusion equation governed by bilinear control”, Pages 32-38
- Zi-Qing Tian, Hongyinping Feng, “Stabilization of one-dimensional wave
equation by non-collocated boundary feedback”, Pages 39-42
- Rakesh R. Warier, Arpita Sinha, Srikant Sukumar, “Line-of-sight based
spacecraft attitude and position tracking control”, Pages 43-53

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5.6. Contents: Systems & Control Letters
Contributed by: John Coca, j.coca at elsevier.com

Systems & Control Letters
Volume 99
January 2017

- Shiqi Zheng, “Robust stability of fractional order system with general
interval uncertainties”, Pages 1-8
- Guangchen Zhang, Harry L. Trentelman, Weiqun Wang, Jingbo Gao,
“Input–output finite-region stability and stabilization for discrete 2-D
Fornasini–Marchesini models”, Pages 9-16
- Jonathan Laporte, Antoine Chaillet, Yacine Chitour, “Global stabilization
of classes of linear control systems with bounds on the feedback and its
successive derivatives”, Pages 17-24
- Amir Baniamerian, Nader Meskin, Khashayar Khorasani, “Fault detection and
isolation of two-dimensional (2D) systems”, Pages 25-32
- Qi Wang, Junjie Fu, Jinzhi Wang, “Fully distributed containment control
of high-order multi-agent systems with nonlinear dynamics”, Pages 33-39
- Jung-Min Yang, “Static feedback control of switched asynchronous
sequential machines”, Pages 40-46
- Huiping Li, Weisheng Yan, Yang Shi, “A receding horizon stabilization
approach to constrained nonholonomic systems in power form”, Pages 47-56
- Thinh T. Doan, Alex Olshevsky, “Distributed resource allocation on
dynamic networks in quadratic time”, Pages 57-63
- Shan Ma, Ian R. Petersen, Matthew J. Woolley, “Linear quantum systems
with diagonal passive Hamiltonian and a single dissipative channel”, Pages
64-71
- Henrik Anfinsen, Ole Morten Aamo, “Adaptive stabilization of coupled
linear hyperbolic systems with uncertain boundary parameters using boundary
sensing”, Pages 72-84
- Michael Heinrich Baumann, Lars Grüne, “Simultaneously long short trading
in discrete and continuous time”, Pages 85-89
- Dan Martinec, Ivo Herman, Michael Šebek, “A travelling wave approach to a
multi-agent system with a path-graph topology”, Pages 90-98
- Christopher Beattie, Serkan Gugercin, Volker Mehrmann, “Model reduction
for systems with inhomogeneous initial conditions”, Pages 99-106

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5.7. Contents: Mechatronics
Contributed by: John Coca, j.coca at elsevier.com

Mechatronics
Volume 40
December 2016

- Dalibor Petković, Srdjan Jovic, Obrad Anicic, Bogdan Nedic, Branko
Pejovic, “Analyzing of flexible gripper by computational intelligence
approach”, Pages 1-16
- C. Friedrich, B. Kauschinger, S. Ihlenfeldt, “Decentralized
structure-integrated spatial force measurement in machine tools”, Pages
17-27
- Surachat Chantarachit, Manukid Parnichkun, “Development and control of a
unicycle robot with double flywheels”, Pages 28-40
- Yeongtae Jung, Joonbum Bae, “An asymmetric cable-driven mechanism for
force control of exoskeleton systems”, Pages 41-50
- Antoni Arias, Jesús Caum, Robert Griñó, “Moving towards the maximum speed
in stepping motors by means of enlarging the bandwidth of the current
controller”, Pages 51-62
- Adam Rushworth, Dragos Axinte, Mark Raffles, Salvador Cobos-Guzman, “A
concept for actuating and controlling a leg of a novel walking parallel
kinematic machine tool”, Pages 63-77
- Guichao Yang, Jianyong Yao, Guigao Le, Dawei Ma, “Adaptive integral
robust control of hydraulic systems with asymptotic tracking”, Pages 78-86
- Yingxiang Liu, Jipeng Yan, Dongmei Xu, Weishan Chen, Xiaohui Yang, Xinqi
Tian, “An I-shape linear piezoelectric actuator using resonant type
longitudinal vibration transducers”, Pages 87-95
- Giancarlo Cusimano, Federico Casolo, “An almost comprehensive approach
for the choice of motor and transmission in mechatronics applications:
Motor thermal problem”, Pages 96-105
- Youngwoo Lee, Sang Hyun Kim, Chung Choo Chung, “Integral sliding mode
control with a disturbance observer for next-generation servo track
writing”, Pages 106-114,
- Efthymios Kolyvas, Yannis Koveos, Anthony Tzes, “Sliding mode-based
control of thin Shape Memory Alloy actuators using a spatial hysteresis
approximation”, Pages 115-127
- Toshihiko Komatsuzaki, Toshio Inoue, Osamu Terashima, “Broadband
vibration control of a structure by using a magnetorheological
elastomer-based tuned dynamic absorber”, Pages 128-136
- Arash Hatami, Behnam Moetakef-Imani, “Innovative adaptive pitch control
for small wind turbine fatigue load reduction”, Pages 137-145
- Momir R. Stanković, Stojadin M. Manojlović, Slobodan M. Simić, Srđan T.
Mitrović, Milica B. Naumović, ”FPGA system-level based design of multi-axis
ADRC controller”, Pages 146-155
- Joshua Pinskier, Bijan Shirinzadeh, Leon Clark, Yanding Qin, Sergej
Fatikow, “Design, development and analysis of a haptic-enabled modular
flexure-based manipulator”, Pages 156-166
- Yunhua Li, Wei Liu, Liman Yang, Zhanling Ji, Yulong Zhao, Peng Wang, Lin
Zhang, “Development of electro-hydraulic proportion control system of
track-laying machinery for high speed railway construction”, Pages 167-177
- Tarik Uzunovic, Eray A. Baran, Edin Golubovic, Asif Sabanovic, “A novel
hybrid contouring control method for 3-DOF robotic manipulators”,
Mechatronics, Pages 178-193
- Chen Zheng, Julien Le Duigou, Matthieu Bricogne, Erwan Dupont, Benoît
Eynard, “Interface model enabling decomposition method for architecture
definition of mechatronic systems”, Pages 194-207
- Zongquan Deng, Qingchuan Wang, Qiquan Quan, Shengyuan Jiang, Dewei Tang,
“Impact dynamics of a differential gears based underactuated robotic arm
for moving target capturing”, Pages 208-219
- Matija Hoić, Mario Hrgetić, Joško Deur, “Design of a pin-on-disc-type CNC
tribometer including an automotive dry clutch application”, Pages 220-232
- Michel Lenczner, Véronique Rochus, “Special Issue: Multiphysics Modeling,
Simulation and Experiments of Micro and Nanosystems”, Pages 233-234
- Claudia Comi, Alberto Corigliano, Valentina Zega, Sarah Zerbini, “Non
linear response and optimization of a new z-axis resonant
micro-accelerometer”, Pages 235-243
- V. Rochus, B. Wang, H.A.C. Tilmans, A. Ray Chaudhuri, P. Helin, S.
Severi, X. Rottenberg, “Fast analytical design of MEMS capacitive pressure
sensors with sealed cavities”, Pages 244-250
- Michel Lenczner, Bin Yang, Alexia Bontempi, Damien Teyssieux, Scott
Cogan, Pawel Janus, Bernd Köhler, Nicolas Ratier, “A SThM probe
optimization and its time-space multi-scale modeling”, Pages 251-263
- F. Casset, JS. Danel, P. Renaux, C. Chappaz, F. Bernard, T. Sednaoui, S.
Basrour, B. Desloges, S. Fanget, “4-inch transparent plates based on
thin-film AlN actuators for haptic applications”, Pages 264-269
- Steffen Hartmann, Sascha Hermann, Jens Bonitz, Marc Heggen, Ole Hölck,
Alexey Shaporin, Jan Mehner, Stefan E. Schulz, Thomas Gessner, Bernhard
Wunderle, “Towards nanoreliability of sensors incorporating interfaces
between single-walled carbon nanotubes and metals: molecular dynamics
simulations and in situ experiments using electron microscopy”, Pages
270-280
- Vladimir A. Kolchuzhin, Evgeniya Sheremet, Kunal Bhattacharya, Raul D.
Rodriguez, Soumya Deep Paul, Jan Mehner, Michael Hietschold, Dietrich R.T.
Zahn, “Mechanical properties and applications of custom-built gold AFM
cantilevers”, Pages 281-286
- Dries Dellaert, Jan Doutreloigne, “A thermally-actuated latching MEMS
switch matrix and driver chip for an automated distribution frame”, Pages
287-292

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5.8. Contents: Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence
Contributed by: John Coca, j.coca at elsevier.com

Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence
Volume 58
February 2017

- Boris Galitsky, “Improving relevance in a content pipeline via syntactic
generalization”, Volume 58, Pages 1-26
- C. Chahla, H. Snoussi, F. Abdallah, F. Dornaika, “Discriminant quaternion
local binary pattern embedding for person re-identification through
prototype formation and color categorization”, Pages 27-33
- Masoud Shirzadeh, Hamed Jabbari Asl, Abdollah Amirkhani, Ali Akbar
Jalali, “Vision-based control of a quadrotor utilizing artificial neural
networks for tracking of moving targets”, Pages 34-48
- Heng Zhang, Xiang-Dong Zhou, Cheng-Lin Liu, “Keyword spotting in
handwritten chinese documents using semi-markov conditional random fields”,
Pages 49-61
- Maryam Dehbashian, Mohammad Maymandi-Nejad, “An enhanced optimization
kernel for analog IC design automation using the shrinking circles
technique”, Pages 62-78
- Wenlong Zhu, Yang Zheng, Jisheng Dai, Jianzhong Zhou, “Design of
integrated synergetic controller for the excitation and governing system of
hydraulic generator unit”, Pages 79-87
- Hugo Jiménez-Hernández, Ana-Marcela Herrera-Navarro, Leonardo
Barriga-Rodríguez, Diana-Margarita Córdova-Esparza, José-Joel
González-Barbosa, “A framework for developing associative classifiers based
on ICA”, Pages 88-100
- Wentao Ma, Jiandong Duan, Weishi Man, Haiquan Zhao, Badong Chen, “Robust
kernel adaptive filters based on mean p-power error for noisy chaotic time
series prediction”, Pages 101-110
- Jianye Hao, Dongping Huang, Yi Cai, Ho-fung Leung, “The dynamics of
reinforcement social learning in networked cooperative multiagent systems”,
Pages 111-122
- Renshi Luo, Romain Bourdais, Ton J.J. van den Boom, Bart De Schutter,
“Multi-agent model predictive control based on resource allocation
coordination for a class of hybrid systems with limited information
sharing”, Pages 123-133
- Fuli Zhong, Hui Li, Shouming Zhong, “An improved artificial bee colony
algorithm with modified-neighborhood-based update operator and
independent-inheriting-search strategy for global optimization”, Pages
134-156
- Marzieh Gheisari, Mahdieh Soleymani Baghshah, “Joint predictive model and
representation learning for visual domain adaptation”, Pages 157-170
- A. Murat Yagci, Tevfik Aytekin, Fikret S. Gurgen, “Scalable and adaptive
collaborative filtering by mining frequent item co-occurrences in a user
feedback stream”, Pages 171-184

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5.9. Contents: Journal of Process Control
Contributed by: John Coca, j.coca at elsevier.com

Journal of Process Control
Volume 50
February 2017

- Yang Liu, Guoshan Zhang, Bingyin Xu, “Compressive sparse principal
component analysis for process supervisory monitoring and fault detection”,
Pages 1-10,
- Wei Wang, Lu Li, Dongteng Long, Jizhen Liu, Deliang Zeng, Can Cui,
“Improved boiler-turbine coordinated control of 1000 MW power units by
introducing condensate throttling”, Pages 11-18
- Rien Quirynen, Boris Houska, Moritz Diehl, “Efficient symmetric Hessian
propagation for direct optimal control”, Pages 19-28
- N. Beniich, A. El Bouhtouri, D. Dochain, “Adaptive local tracking of a
temperature profile in tubular reactor with partial measurements”, Pages
29-39, ISSN
- Shijian Dong, Tao Liu, Wei Wang, Jie Bao, Yi Cao, “Identification of
discrete-time output error model for industrial processes with time delay
subject to load disturbance”, Pages 40-55
- José L. Godoy, Jacinto L. Marchetti, Jorge R. Vega, “An integral approach
to inferential quality control with self-validating soft-sensors”, Pages
56-65
- Cuiwei Liu, Yuxing Li, Liping Fang, Jinke Han, Minghai Xu, “Leakage
monitoring research and design for natural gas pipelines based on dynamic
pressure waves”, Pages 66-76

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5.10. Contents: International Journal of Applied Mathematics and Computer
Science
Contributed by: AMCS, amcs at uz.zgora.pl

International Journal of Applied Mathematics and Computer Science (AMCS)
2016, Volume 26, Number 4 (December)
Regular issue

CONTENTS
- Feldhusen K., Deiterding R. and Wagner C. A dynamically adaptive lattice
Boltzmann method for thermal convection problems 735
- Oprzędkiewicz K., Gawin E. and Mitkowski W. Modeling heat distribution
with the use of a non-integer order, state space model 749
- Avendaño-Garrido M.L., Gabriel-Argüelles J.R., Quintana-Torres L. and
Mezura-Montes E. A metaheuristic for a numerical approximation to the mass
transfer problem 757
- Janiszowski K.B. and Wnuk P. Identification of parametric models with a
priori knowledge of process properties 767
- Domański A., Domańska J., Czachórski T. and Klamka J. The use of a
non-integer order PI controller with an active queuemanagement mechanism 777
- Hajdu S. and Gáspár P. Reducing the mast vibration of single-mast stacker
cranes by gain-scheduled control 791
- Jauberthie C., Travé-Massuyès L. and Verdière N. Set-membership
identifiability of nonlinear models and related parameter estimation
properties 803
- Kościelny J.M., Syfert M., Rostek K. and Sztyber A. Fault isolability
with different forms of the faults–symptoms relation 815
- Hakem A., Cocquempot V. and Pekpe K.M. Switching time estimation and
active mode recognition using a data projection method 827
- Tikhonenko O. and Kempa W.M. Performance evaluation of an M/G/n-type
queue with bounded capacity and packet dropping 841
- Cera M. and Fedriani E.M. An advance in infinite graph models for the
analysis of transportation networks 855
- Abdallah L. and Shimshoni I. Lookahead selective sampling for incomplete
data 871
- Pérez E., Salamanca S., Merchán P. and Adán A. A comparison of
hole-filling methods in 3D 885
- Karcz-Duleba I. The impatience mechanism as a diversity maintaining and
saddle crossing strategy 905
- Bielecki W. and PałkowskiM. Tiling arbitrarily nested loops by means of
the transitive closure of dependence graphs 919

Publisher: University of Zielona Góra and Lubuskie Scientific Society,
Poland
ISSN: 1641-876X (print), 2083-8492 (online)
Frequency: Quarterly
Editor-in-Chief: Józef Korbicz
Website: www.amcs.uz.zgora.pl
E-mail: amcs at uz.zgora.pl
Scope: modern control theory and practice; artificial intelligence methods
and their applications; applied mathematics and mathematical optimisation
techniques; mathematical methods in engineering, computer science, and
biology
Indexation: ACM Digital Library, Applied Mechanics Reviews, Current
Mathematical Publications (AMS), DBLP Computer Science Bibliography, EBSCO,
Elsevier, Google Scholar, Inspec, Mathematical Reviews (MathSciNet),
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Impact Factor: 1.037 (2015) / 5-Year IF: 1.151 (2015)

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5.11. Contents: Control Engineering Practice
Contributed by: Martin Böck, cep at acin.tuwien.ac.at

Control Engineering Practice
Volume 59
February 2017

- M.R. Amini, M. Shahbakhti, S. Pan, J.K. Hedrick, Bridging the gap between
designed and implemented controllers via adaptive robust discrete sliding
mode control,Pages 1-15
- Luiz A. Maccari Jr., Humberto Pinheiro, Ricardo C.L.F. Oliveira, e
Vinícius F. Montagner, Robust pole location with experimental validation
for three-phase grid-connected converters,Pages 16-26
- Sarah Ben Othman, Hayfa Zgaya, Mariagrazia Dotoli, Slim Hammadi, An
agent-based Decision Support System for resources' scheduling in Emergency
Supply Chains,Pages 27-43
- Mustafa Sinasi AYAS, Ismail Hakki ALTAS, Fuzzy logic based adaptive
admittance control of a redundantly actuated ankle rehabilitation
robot,Pages 44-54
- Wen Tan, Yongkui Sun, Ishtiza Ibne Azad, Tongwen Chen, Design of
univariate alarm systems via rank order filters,Pages 55-63
- M.A. Hamida, J. de Leon, A. Glumineau, Experimental sensorless control
for IPMSM by using integral backstepping strategy and adaptive high gain
observer,Pages 64-76
- Nguyen Gia Minh Thao, Kenko Uchida, A two-level control strategy with
fuzzy logic for large-scale photovoltaic farms to support grid frequency
regulation,Pages 77-99
- Carlos Arana, Simos A. Evangelou, Daniele Dini, Series Active Variable
Geometry Suspension application to comfort enhancement,Pages 111-126
- Andrea Maria Zanchettin, Paolo Rocco, Motion planning for robotic
manipulators using robust constrained control,Pages 127-136
- Won K. Ham, Minsuk Ko, Sang C. Park, A framework for simulation-based
engine-control unit inspection in manufacturing phase,Pages 137-148
- Costas Vournas, Ioannis Anagnostopoulos, Theodoros Souxes, Transmission
support using Wind Farm controls during voltage stability emergencies,Pages
100-110
- Thomas Schauer, Berno J.E. Misgeld, Fabio Previdi, Special Section: IFAC
Symposium on Biological and Medical Systems –February 2017, Pages 149-150
- Juliana Almeida, Teresa Mendonça, Paula Rocha, Luís Rodrigues, Controller
design for neuromuscular blockade level tracking based on optimal
control,Pages 151-158
- Kamuran Turksoy, Iman Hajizadeh, Sediqeh Samadi, Jianyuan Feng, Mert
Sevil, Minsun Park, Laurie Quinn, Elizabeth Littlejohn, Ali Cinar,
Real-time insulin bolusing for unannounced meals with artificial
pancreas,Pages 159-164
- Nor Azlan Othman, Paul D. Docherty, Nor Salwa Damanhuri, J. Geoffrey
Chase, Tracking the progression to type 2 diabetes with a
proportional-derivative insulin secretion model,Pages 165-172
- C. Brendle, K.-F. Hackmack, J. Kühn, M.N. Wardeh, T. Janisch, R. Kopp, R.
Rossaint, A. Stollenwerk, S. Kowalewski, S. Leonhardt, M. Walter, B.
Misgeld, Closed-loop control of extracorporeal oxygen and carbon dioxide
gas transfer,Pages 173-182
- Saverio Farsoni, Marcello Bonfè, Luca Astolfi, A low-cost high-fidelity
ultrasound simulator with the inertial tracking of the probe pose,Pages
183-193
- Anake Pomprapa, Steffen Leonhardt, Berno J.E. Misgeld, Optimal learning
control of oxygen saturation using a policy iteration algorithm and a
proof-of-concept in an interconnecting three-tank system,Pages 194-203
- Naji Alibeji, Nicholas Kirsch, Nitin Sharma, An adaptive low-dimensional
control to compensate for actuator redundancy and FES-induced muscle
fatigue in a hybrid neuroprosthesis,Pages 204-219

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5.12. Contents: Asian Journal of Control
Contributed by: Lichen Fu, lichen at ntu.edu.tw

Asian Journal of Control
Vol.19, No.1 January, 2017
CONTENTS

[Regular Paper]
1. Paper Title: Mixed Event/Time-Triggered Static Output Feedback L2-Gain
Control for Networked Control Systems (pages 1–10)
Authors: Sheng-Hsiung Yang and Jenq-Lang Wu
2. Paper Title: Stabilization for Switched LPV Systems with Markovian Jump
Parameters and Its Application (pages 11–21)
Authors: Dong Yang and Jun Zhao
3. Paper Title: Frequency Interval Cross Gramians for Linear and Bilinear
Systems (pages 22–34)
Authors: Ahmad Jazlan, Victor Sreeram, Hamid Reza Shaker, Roberto Togneri
and Ha Binh Minh
4. Paper Title: Quadratic stabilizability and H∞ control of linear
discrete-time stochastic uncertain systems (pages 35–46)
Authors: Xiushan Jiang, Xuemin Tian, Tianliang Zhang and Weihai Zhang
5. Paper Title: Robust Minimum Variance Lower Bound Estimation by
Uncertainty Modeling Using Interval Type-2 Fuzzy set (pages 47–56)
Authors: Yousef Alipouri and Javad Poshtan
6. Paper Title: Design of Smith Predictor and Fuzzy Decoupling for Mimo
Chemical Processes with Time Delays (pages 57–66)
Authors: M. Hamdy and A. Ramadan
7. Paper Title: Stabilization of Discrete-time Switched Systems with State
Constraints Based on Mode-Dependent Average Dwell Time (pages 67–73)
Authors: Qingyu Su, Peipei Wang, Jian Li and Honghai Liu
8. Paper Title: Exponential Stability Analysis for Stochastic Delayed
Differential Systems with Impulsive Effects: Average Impulsive Interval
Approach (pages 74–86)
Authors: Fengqi Yao, Jinde Cao, Li Qiu and Pei Cheng
9. Paper Title: Finite-time Stability on a Class of Non-autonomous SICNNs
with Multi-proportional Delays (pages 87–94)
Author: Yuehua Yu
10. Paper Title: Fixed-Time Consensus of Multi-Agent Systems with Directed
and Intermittent Communications (pages 95–105)
Authors: Qingling Wang, Yuanda Wang and Changyin Sun
11. Paper Title: Stability and Control of Fractional Chaotic Complex
Networks with Mixed Interval Uncertainties (pages 106–115)
Authors: Hao Zhang, Xing-yuan Wang and Xiao-hui Lin
12. Paper Title: Redundant Input Safety Tracking for Omnidirectional
Rehabilitative Training Walker with Control Constraints (pages 116–130)
Authors: Ping Sun and Shuoyu Wang
13. Paper Title: Synchronization Criteria for Complex Dynamical Networks
with State and Coupling Time-Delays (pages 131–138)
Author: Ali Kazemy
14. Paper Title: Improved Robust Stability Criteria for Time-Delay Lur'e
System (pages 139–150)
Authors: Wenyong Duan, Xiaorong Fu, Zhengfan Liu and Xiaodong Yang
15. Paper Title: A Family of Robust Simultaneous Controllers With Tuning
Parameters Design for a Set of Port-Controlled Hamiltonian Systems (pages
151–163)
Authors: Zhong Cao, Xiaorong Hou and Wenjing Zhao
16. Paper Title: New Finite Algorithm for Solving the Generalized
Nonhomogeneous Yakubovich-Transpose Matrix Equation (pages 164–172)
Author: Masoud Hajarian
17. Paper Title: Practical Robust Neural Path Following Control for
Underactuated Marine Vessels with Actuators Uncertainties (pages 173–187)
Authors: Guoqing Zhang and Xianku Zhang
18. Paper Title: An iterative approach to H−/H∞ Fault Detection Observer
Design for Discrete-Time Uncertain Systems (pages 188–201)
Authors: Di Huang, Zhisheng Duan and Yuqing Hao
19. Paper Title: Anti-Synchronization and Intermittent Anti-Synchronization
of Two Identical Delay Hyperchaotic Chua Systems Via Linear Control (pages
202–214)
Authors: Hong-Li Li, Zuolei Wang, Yao-Lin Jiang, Long Zhang and Zhidong Teng
20. Paper Title: Multiple Information Feedback Control Scheme for an
Improved Car-Following Model (pages 215–223)
Authors: Ya-zhou Zheng, Rong-jun Cheng and Hong-Xia Ge
21. Paper Title: Robust Fault Detection for Discrete-Time Nonlinear
Impulsive Switched Systems (pages 224–232)
Authors: Jian Li, Zhengfan Song and Qingyu Su
22. Paper Title: Nonlinear State Estimation and Control for Freeway On-Ramp
Metering (pages 233–244)
Authors: H. Abouaïssa, H. Majid and D. Jolly
23. Paper Title: End-Point Regulation and Vibration Suppression of a
Flexible Robotic Manipulator (pages 245–254)
Authors: Shuang Zhang and Deqing Huang
24. Paper Title: Real-Time Leak Isolation Based on State Estimation with
Fitting Loss Coefficient Calibration in a Plastic Pipeline (pages 255–265)
Authors: Adrian Navarro, Ofelia Begovich, Juan Sánchez and Gildas Besancon
25. Paper Title: Type Number Based Steady-State Error Analysis on
Fractional Order Control Systems (pages 266–278)
Authors: Jinwen Pan, Qing Gao, Jianbin Qiu and Yong Wang
26. Paper Title: Continuous Fractional-Order Sliding PI Control for
Nonlinear Systems Subject to Non-Differentiable Disturbances (pages 279–288)
Authors: A. J. Muñoz-Vázquez, V. Parra-Vega and A. Sánchez-Orta
27. Paper Title: Minimal Volume Simplex (MVS) Polytopic Model Generation
and Manipulation Methodology for TP Model Transformation (pages 289–301)
Authors: József Kuti, Péter Galambos and Péter Baranyi
28. Paper Title: Landing Auto-Pilots for Aircraft Motion in Longitudinal
Plane using Adaptive Control Laws Based on Neural Networks and Dynamic
Inversion (pages 302–315)
Authors: Mihai Lungu and Romulus Lungu
29. Paper Title: Non-Zero Sum Differential Games of Backward Stochastic
Differential Delay Equations Under Partial Information (pages 316–324)
Authors: Shuang Wu and Lan Shu

[Brief Paper]
1. Paper Title: Stability Analysis and Design of Uncertain Discrete-time
Switched Systems with Actuator Saturation Using Antiwindup and Multiple
Lyapunov Functions Approach (pages 325–331)
Authors: Xinquan Zhang, Jun Zhao and Xiaoyin Li
2. Paper Title: Boundary Control of a Flexible Robotic Manipulator With
Output Constraints (pages 332–345)
Authors: Zhijie Liu and Jinkun Liu
3. Paper Title: Observer-Based Adaptive L2 Disturbance Attenuation Control
of Semi-Active Suspension with MR Damper (pages 346–355)
Authors: Ming-Xing Cheng and Xiao-Hong Jiao
4. Paper Title: Adaptive Observer for Simultaneous State and Parameter
Estimations for an Output Depending Normal Form (pages 356–361)
Authors: Lei Yu, Gang Zheng and Driss Boutat
5. Paper Title: Simultaneous Actuator and Sensor Faults Reconstruction
Based on Robust Sliding Mode Observer for a Class of Nonlinear Systems
(pages 362–371)
Authors: Ali Ben Brahim, Slim Dhahri, Fayçal Ben Hmida and Anis Sellami
6. Paper Title: Integral Sliding Mode Fault-Tolerant Control for Spacecraft
With Uncertainties and Saturation (pages 372–381)
Authors: Duan Wenjie, Wang Dayi and Liu Chengrui
7. Paper Title: Lower Eigenvalue Bounds on Summation for the Solution of
the Lyapunov Matrix Differential Equation (pages 382–390)
Authors: Juan Zhang, Jianzhou Liu and Hao Huang
8. Paper Title: A Parameter Dependent Controller Design Approach for
Delayed LPV System (pages 391–398)
Authors: Hai Yin, Jinwu Gao and Zhiyuan Liu
9. Paper Title: Finite-Time Sliding Mode Trajectory Tracking Control of
Uncertain Mechanical Systems (pages 399–404)
Authors: Liang Sun and Zewei Zheng
10. Paper Title: Recursive Stochastic H2/H∞ Control Problem for Delay
Systems Involving Continuous and Impulse Controls (pages 405–413)
Authors: Zhang Qixia and Sun Qiliang

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5.13. Contents: International Journal of Control
Contributed by: Bing Chu, b.chu at soton.ac.uk

International Journal of Control
Volume 90, Issue 2, 2017
http://www.tandfonline.com/toc/tcon20/current

- Novel distributed robust adaptive consensus protocols for linear
multi-agent systems with directed graphs and external disturbances, Yuezu
Lv, Zhongkui Li, Zhisheng Duan & Gang Feng, pages: 153-163
- Signed consensus problems on networks of agents with fixed and switching
topologies, Juntao Li, Wenpeng Dong & Huimin Xiao, pages: 164-176
- The eXogenous Kalman Filter (XKF), Tor A. Johansen & Thor I. Fossen,
pages: 177-183
- Closed-loop identification of unstable systems using noncausal FIR
models, Khaled F. Aljanaideh & Dennis S. Bernstein, pages: 184-201
- Structurally variable control of time-varying Lurie systems, L.T.
Gruyitch, Z.B. Ribar, Z.M. Bučevac & R.Ž. Jovanović, pages: 202-216
- A new decentralised controller design method for a class of strongly
interconnected systems, Zhisheng Duan, Zhong-Ping Jiang & Lin Huang, pages:
217-233
- Fault detection and isolation for nonlinear non-affine uncertain systems
via sliding-mode techniques, H. Ríos, E. Punta & L. Fridman, pages: 234-246
- Comments on ‘A new terminal sliding mode control for robotic
manipulators’, Yuxin Su, pages: 247-254
- Adaptive output feedback control for a class of nonlinear systems with
quantised input and output, Guangqi Li & Yan Lin, pages: 255-264
- Design and experimental evaluation of a dynamical adaptive
backstepping-sliding mode control scheme for positioning of an
antagonistically paired pneumatic artificial muscles driven actuating
system, Ramhuzaini Abd. Rahman & Nariman Sepehri, pages: 265-290
- Sampled-data consensus of general linear multi-agent systems under
switching topologies: averaging method, Xieyan Zhang & Jing Zhang, pages:
291-304
- A priori stability results for PFC, J. A. Rossiter, pages: 305-313
- A numerical method for solving a nonlinear 2-D optimal control problem
with the classical diffusion equation, K. Mamehrashi & S.A. Yousefi, pages:
314-322
- Probabilistic estimation of the reachable set of model reference adaptive
controllers using the scenario approach, Mario Luca Fravolini, Tansel
Yucelen, Antonio Ficola & Marcello Rosario Napolitano, pages: 323-337
- Output tracking control for generalised high-order nonlinear system with
serious uncertainties, Ting Li, Zong-Yao Sun & Shao-Hua Yang, pages: 338-349
- Robust adaptive control of strict-feedback nonlinear systems with
unmodelled dynamics and time-varying delays, Xiaocheng Shi, Shengyuan Xu,
Yongmin Li, Weimin Chen & Yuming Chu, pages: 350-363
- New control allocation algorithms in fixed point framework for
overactuated systems with actuator saturation, Asim Kumar Naskar, Sourav
Patra & Siddhartha Sen, pages: 364-372
- Stability and stabilisation for time-varying polytopic quadratic systems,
Fu Chen, Shuigui Kang, Lixia Ji & Xiuzhen Zhang, pages: 373-383
- State unilateral tracking control of positive switched systems via
designing a switching law, Juan Wang & Jun Zhao, pages: 384-392
- A sliding-mode observer for high-performance sensorless control of PMSM
with initial rotor position detection, Oussama Saadaoui, Amor Khlaief, Moez
Abassi, Abdelkader Chaari & Mohamed Boussak, pages: 393-408

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5.14. Contents: International Journal of Control, Automation, and Systems
Contributed by: Young Hoon Joo, journal at ijcas.com

Contents: International Journal of Control, Automation, and Systems (IJCAS)
ISSN: 1598-6446
http://www.springer.com/engineering/robotics/journal/12555

Vol. 15, No. 1, February 2017

Guest Edtiorial: Special Issue on Soft Robotics, Sungwan Kim pp.1-2

- Soft Robot Review, Chiwon Lee, Myungjoon Kim, Yoon Jae Kim, Nhayoung
Hong, Seungwan Ryu, H. Jin Kim, and Sungwan Kim* pp.3-15
- Design of an Optical Soft Sensor for Measuring Fingertip Force and
Contact Recognition, Haedo Cho, Hyosang Lee, Yeongjin Kim, and Jung Kim
pp.16-24
- Design and Fabrication of Twisted Monolithic Dielectric Elastomer
Actuator, Ho Sang Jung, Sang Yul Yang, Kyeong Ho Cho, Min Geun Song, Canh
Toan Nguyen, Hoa Phung, Uikyum Kim, Hyungpil Moon, Ja Choon Koo, Jae-Do
Nam, and Hyouk Ryeol Choi* pp.25-35
- Development of a Transformable Wheel Actuated by Soft Pneumatic
Actuators, Sung-Sik Yun, Jun-Young Lee, Gwang-Pil Jung, and Kyu-Jin Cho*
pp.36-44
- An Electrical Model with Equivalent Elements in a Time-variant
Environment for an Ionic-polymer-metal-composite System, Yi-chu Chang* and
Won-jong Kim pp.45-53
- A Soft Robotics Nonlinear Hybrid Position/Force Control for Tendon Driven
Catheters, Minou Kouh Soltani*, Sohrab Khanmohammadi, Farzan Ghalichi, and
Farrokh Janabi-Sharifi pp.54-63
- Design of a Discrete Bending Joint Using Multiple Unit PREF Joints for
Isotropic 2-DOF Motion, Jung-wook Suh and Ki-young Kim* pp.64-72
- Auxilio: A Portable Cable-Driven Exosuit for Upper Extremity Assistance,
Igor Gaponov, Dmitry Popov, Seung Jun Lee and Jee-Hwan Ryu* pp.73-84
- Distributed Formation Control of Fractional-order Multi-agent Systems
with Relative Damping and Communication Delay, Jing Bai, Guoguang Wen*, Yu
Song, Ahmed Rahmani, and Yongguang Yu pp.85-94
- Robust Estimation Algorithm for Both Switching Signal and State of
Switched Linear Systems, Zhaowu Ping, Chanhwa Lee, and Hyungbo Shim*
pp.95-103
- Network-based Simultaneous H∞ Stabilization for Chemical Reaction Systems
with Multiple Packet Dropouts, Yanfei Zhu and Fuwen Yang* pp.104-112
- Robust Finite-time Guaranteed Cost Control for Impulsive Switched Systems
with Time-varying Delay, Guangdeng Zong*, XiaohongWang, and Haijuan Zhao
pp.113-121
- Activation of Neuronal Ensembles via Controlled Synchronization,
Gualberto Solis-Perales*, and Juan Gonzalo Barajas-Ramirez pp.122-128
- A New Predictive Motion Control of a Planar Vehicle under Uncertainty via
Convex Optimization, Mohsen Ahmadi Mousavi*, Behzad Moshiri, and
Zainabolhoda Heshmati pp.129-137
- Flocking for Multi-agent Systems with Optimally Rigid Topology Based on
InformationWeighted Kalman Consensus Filter, Xiaoyuan Luo*, Xiaolei Li,
Shaobao Li, Zhongping Jiang, and Xinping Guan pp.138-148
- Internal Model Control Based PID Tuning Using First-order Filter, Sahaj
Saxena* and Yogesh V. Hote pp.149-159
- New H2 Filtering for Descriptor Systems: Singular and Normal Filters,
Sahereh Beidaghi*, Ali Akbar Jalali, and Ali Khaki Sedigh pp.160-168
- On Generalized Controllability Canonical Form with Multiple Input
Variables, Ning Cai* and M. Junaid Khan pp.169-177
- Global Finite-time Stabilization for a Class of High-order Nonlinear
Systems with Multiple Unknown Control Directions, Jing Li, Jian Wu*, Xi
Guo, Xiaobo Li, and Liefu Ai pp.178-185
- Rational Approximation of Fractional Order Systems by Vector Fitting
Method, Bin Du, Yiheng Wei, Shu Liang, and Yong Wang* pp.186-195
- Adaptive Control of Pure-feedback Systems with Nonlinear Parameterization
via Time-scale Separation, Mehrnoosh Asadi* and Heydar Toossian Shandiz
pp.196-204
- Adaptive Consensus Control for Multiple Euler-Lagrange Systems with
External Disturbance, Yang Liu* and Yingmin Jia pp.205-211
- Robust Adaptive Backstepping Control for an Uncertain Nonlinear System
with Input Constraint based on Lyapunov Redesign, Fang Wang*, Qin Zou, and
Qun Zong pp.212-225
- Integral Temporal Difference Learning for Continuous-Time Linear
Quadratic Regulations, Tae Yoon Chun, Jae Young Lee, Jin Bae Park, and Yoon
Ho Choi* pp.226-238
- Design of Sliding Mode Guidance Law with Dynamic Delay and Impact Angle
Constraint, Hui-Bo Zhou*, Shen-Min Song, and Jun-Hong Song pp.239-247
- Information Filtering for Time-delay Systems, Hongguo Zhao* and Wei Wang
pp.248-257
- A Study on Iterative Learning Control for Vibration of Stewart Platform,
Byeongsik Ko, Jong-Wook Park*, and Dong W. Kim* pp.258-266
- Multiple Model Reduction Approach using Gap Metric and Stability Margin
for Control Nonlinear Systems, Ali Zribi*, Mohamed Chtourou, and Mohamed
Djemel pp.267-273
- L1 Control for Positive Markovian Jump Systems with Partly Known
Transition Rates, Wenhai Qi* and Xianwen Gao pp.274-280
- Trajectory Tracking Control of Multirotors from Modelling to Experiments:
A Survey, Hyeonbeom Lee and H. Jin Kim* pp.281-292
- Time-optimal Velocity Planning Along Predefined Path for Static
Formations of Mobile Robots, Toni Petrinic*, Mi?el Brezak, and Ivan
Petrovic pp.293-302
- A New Explicit Dynamic Path Tracking Controller Using Generalized
Predictive Control, Mohamed Krid*, Faiz Benamar, and Roland Lenain
pp.303-314
- Adaptive Iterative Learning Controller with Input Learning Technique for
a Class of Uncertain MIMO Nonlinear Systems, Minsung Kim , Tae-Yong Kuc,
Hyosin Kim and Jin S. Lee pp.315-328
- Robust Model Predictive Control of Biped Robots with Adaptive On-line
Gait Generation
Reza Heydari and Mohammad Farrokhi* pp.329-344
- Simultaneous Braking and Steering Control Method based on Nonlinear Model
Predictive Control for Emergency Driving Support, Chulho Choi and Yeonsik
Kang* pp.345-353
- Angle Estimation Error Reduction Method Using Weighted IMM and Least
Squares, Seong Hee Choi, Taek Lyul Song* pp.354-361
- Finite-time H∞ Adaptive Fault-Tolerant Control for Wing Flutter of
Reentry Vehicle Subject to Input Saturation, Ming-Zhou Gao and Guo-Ping
Cai* pp.362-374
- Optimization of layout and path planning of surgical robotic system, Quoc
Cuong Nguyen, Youngjun Kim and HyukDong Kwon* pp.375-384
- Local Stabilization of Polynomial Fuzzy Model with Time Delay: SOS
Approach, Hamdi Gassara, Fatma Siala, Ahmed El Hajjaji*, and Mohamed
Chaabane pp.385-393
- Community-based Informed Agents Selection for Flocking with a Virtual
Leader, Nuwan Ganganath*, Chi-Tsun Cheng, Xiaofan Wang, and Chi K. Tse
pp.394-403
- Neural Network Based Adaptive Fuzzy PID-type Sliding Mode Attitude
Control for a Reentry Vehicle, Zhen Jin, Jiabin Chen*, Yongzhi Sheng, and
Xiangdong Liu pp.404-415
- Design and Performance Analysis of Networked Predictive Control Systems
Based on Input-Output Difference Equation Model, Zhong-Hua Pang*, Guo-Ping
Liu, Donghua Zhou, and Dehui Sun pp.416-426
- Improved Adaptive Fuzzy Sliding Mode Controller for Robust Fault Tolerant
of a Quadrotor, Saeed Barghandan, Mohammad Ali Badamchizadeh*, and Mohammad
Reza Jahed-Motlagh pp.427-441
- Containment Control of Continuous-time Multi-agent Systems with General
Linear Dynamics under Time-varying Communication TopologiesTopologies, Zhe
Yang, Xiao-wu Mu* and Kai Liu pp.442-449
- Consensus of Multiple Euler-Lagrange Systems Using One Euler- Lagrange
System’s Velocity Measurements, Shan Cheng*, Li Yu, Dongmei Zhang, and
Jinchen Ji pp.450-456
- A Novel Particle Filter-based Digital Phase-locked Loop Robust Against
Quantization Error, Jun Ho Chung, Sung Hyun You, Jung Min Pak, Jeong Hoon
Kim, Myo Taeg Lim*, and Moon Kyou Song* pp.457-461
- Risk-sensitive Control of Markov Jump Linear Systems: Caveats and
Difficulties, Jun Moon* and Tamer Basar pp.462-467
- An Improved ET-GM-PHD Filter for Multiple Closely-Spaced Extended Target
Tracking, Jinlong Yang*, Peng Li, Le Yang, and Hongwei Ge pp.468-472
- Feasibility Study on Magnetically Steerable Guidewire Device for
Percutaneous Coronary Intervention, Semi Jeong, Hyunchul Choi, Gwangjun Go,
Cheong Lee, Seong Young Ko, Jong-Oh Park*, and Sukho Park* pp.473-479

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5.15. CFP: IEEE/ASME Transaction on Mechatronics
Contributed by: Xiang Chen, xchen at uwindsor.ca

IEEE/ASME Transaction on Mechatronics (
http://www.ieee-asme-mechatronics.org/) has a Call for Papers for Focused
Section:
http://ieee-asme.ee.boun.edu.tr/sites/default/files/2018Feb_FocusedSection_CFP.pdf

FS on Sensing and Perception Systems for Intelligent Manufacturing (SPIM)

Guest editors:
XIANG CHEN, University of Windsor, Canada, xchen at uwindsor.ca
SONG ZHANG, Purdue University, U.S.A., szhang15 at purdue.edu
J.M.P. GERAEDTS (JO), Delft University of Technology, the Netherlands,
J.M.P.Geraedts at tudelft.nl

Submission deadline: March 1, 2017
Intended Publication Time: February 2018

This topic is of great relevance to the control community. Please consider
submitting your work to this Focused Section. Also please feel free to
contact the guest editors for any questions you might have.

Xiang Chen, Ph.D., P.Eng.
Professor
Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
University of Windsor
401 Sunset Avenue
Windsor, Ontario, Canada N9B 3P4

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5.16. CFP: International Journal of Intelligent Robotics and Applications
Contributed by: Xiang Chen, xchen at uwindsor.ca

International Journal of Intelligent Robotics and Applications (IJIRA) is a
new Springer journal founded by Prof. Kok-Meng Lee (
http://www.springer.com/computer/ai/journal/41315). The journal currently
has Call for Papers for a Focused Section (FS):
http://www.springer.com/computer/ai/journal/41315?detailsPage=press

FS on Sensing and Perception for Autonomous and Networked Robotics

Guest editors:
XIANG CHEN, University of Windsor, Canada, xchen at uwindsor.ca
MATHIEU GROSSARD, CEA, LIST, Interactive Robotics Lab., France,
mathieu.grossard at cea.fr
NAOYUKI KUBOTA, Tokyo Metropolitan University, Japan, naokubota at nifty.com
DIRK WOLLHERR, Technische Universität München, Germany, dw at tum.de
SIMON YANG, University of Guelph, Canada, syang at uoguelph.ca
SONG ZHANG, Purdue University, U.S.A., szhang15 at purdue.edu

Submission deadline: February 1, 2017
Intended Publication Time: November 2017

This topic is of great relevance to the control community. Please consider
submitting your work to this Focused Section. Also please feel free to
contact the guest editors for any questions you might have.

Xiang Chen, Ph.D., P.Eng.
Professor
Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
University of Windsor
401 Sunset Avenue
Windsor, Ontario, Canada N9B 3P4

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5.17. CFP: IEEE Design & Test
Contributed by: Anuradha Annaswamy, aanna at Mit.edu

IEEE Design & Test Call for Contributions to
Special Issue on Cross-layer Design of Cyber-Physical Systems

Submission Deadline: 30 June, 2017

Topics of Interest:
This special issue will be on problems and innovative solutions on
cross-layer design of all forms of cyber-physical systems. Solutions
involving any two or more layers of design abstraction are welcome. The
solicited topics include, but are not limited to:
• Model-based design of control systems
• Algorithm/architecture co-design for CPS
• Model-based testing of control software
• Formal verification of control software
• Modeling and verification of hybrid systems
• Cross-layer design for semiconductor reliability
• Scheduling for embedded control systems
• Control and vision, camera-based systems
• Applications in automotive, avionics, robotics, smart buildings, medical
devices, automation

Important Dates:
• Manuscript submission: 30 June, 2017
• First round of reviews: 30 September, 2017
• Second round of reviews: 15 January, 2018
• Final manuscripts due: 28 February, 2018

Submission Guidelines:
Submission guidelines for IEEE D&T papers:
http://ieee-ceda.org/publications/d-t/paper-submission
Use submission category “Cross-layer-CPS” and submit via
https://mc.manuscriptcentral.com/dandt

Guest Editors:
Anuradha Annaswamy (aanna at mit.edu), MIT, USA
Samarjit Chakraborty (samarjit at tum.de), Technical University of Munich,
Germany
Jian-Jia Chen (jian-jia.chen at cs.uni-dortmund.de), Technical University of
Dortmund, Germany
Devendra Rai (devendra.rai at de.bosch.com), Bosch Corporate Research, Germany

Special Issue Theme:
Cyber-physical systems are characterized by a tight coordination between
control algorithms, models of physical systems being controlled and the
hardware/software platforms on which these controllers are implemented.
Such control systems are typically designed in multiple layers – at the top
layer are high-level models (usually control algorithms), followed by
software code generated from these models, below which is an operating
system, which runs on a hardware platform often consisting of multiple
processors connected by a communication architecture on which tasks and
messages are scheduled.

Why cross-layer design? Most often, each of these layers are designed
independently by different groups with completely different sets of
expertise – control theorists, compiler designers, software engineers,
operating system designers, embedded systems designers, computer
architects, circuit designers and semiconductor experts. These multiple
layers of abstraction with well-defined interfaces allow these groups to
work independently, partition the entire design problem into manageable
areas of expertise and have led to the phenomenal advancement in general
purpose computing. However, when it comes to more specialized application
domains – such as embedded controllers arising as hardware/software systems
in automobiles, industrial automation systems, robots and a huge variety of
other domains – these independently designed layers pose a serious problem.

Cross-layer design for CPS: For example, a vast majority of control
algorithms at the high-level models layer are designed with idealistic
assumptions, such as sensor values being instantaneously available to the
controller, computing the control law takes zero (negligible) time,
unbounded numerical precision, and that the underlying computational
platform is perfect (free of any errors). As implementation platforms
become more complex and distributed, these assumptions are increasingly not
true. As a result, a provably “optimal” controller at the model level might
not perform as desired in a concrete implementation. This results in
significant ex post facto integration, testing and debugging efforts. For
complex embedded control systems, it is well known that often more than 50%
of the design effort is spent in integration, which has additional
implications like problems with certification (especially for
safety-critical systems), overprovisioning of resources, and inflexible
designs. This problem is slowly extending to the circuit and semiconductor
level because of semiconductor aging, soft errors and manufacturing
variabilities stemming from semiconductor scaling. As a result, the
underlying hardware platform in the future cannot assumed to be “fault
free” and this has to be accounted for at the higher layers of design
abstraction.

This special issue: The aim of this special issue is to highlight different
aspects of this problem and discuss cross-layer design solutions for the
design of cyber-physical systems. All layers of design abstraction –
starting from high-level models, to software code, operating systems,
architectures, and finally to circuits and semiconductors – are relevant
for this special issue.

The term “cross-layer” should be interpreted in the broadest possible sense
and may include any application domain such as automotive, transportation
systems, building technologies, industrial automation systems and smart
grids. In any of these domains, there is a potential “mismatch” between
high-level algorithms or control strategies and their implementation
platforms. Any technique to reconcile such mismatch may be classified as
“Cross-layer design for CPS” and would be relevant for this special issue.

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6. Conferences

6.1. American Control Conference
Contributed by: Belinda Batten, belinda.batten at oregonstate.edu

2017 AMERICAN CONTROL CONFERENCE
Seattle, Washington USA, May 24-26, 2017

The 2017 AMERICAN CONTROL CONFERENCE will be held Wednesday through Friday,
May 24-26, at the Sheraton Seattle Hotel in the heart of Seattle,
Washington. The conference venue is near restaurants, shopping, and
entertainment, just a walk to the Seattle Waterfront, Pike Place Market,
Space Needle, Seattle Aquarium, and the Washington State Ferries.

The ACC is the annual conference of the American Automatic Control Council
(AACC, the U.S. national member organization of the International
Federation for Automatic Control (IFAC)). National and international
society co-sponsors of ACC include American Institute of Aeronautics and
Astronautics (AIAA), American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE),
Applied Probability Society (APS), American Society of Civil Engineering
(ASCE), American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), IEEE Control
Systems Society (IEEE-CSS), International Society of Automation (ISA),
Society for Modeling & Simulation International (SCS), and Society for
Industrial & Applied Mathematics (SIAM).

The 2017 ACC technical program will include regular and invited sessions,
tutorial sessions, and special sessions along with workshops and exhibits.

Plenary and semi-plenary lectures will be provided by:
Prof. Vijay Kumar, University of Pennsylvania, USA
Prof. James Rawlings, University of Wisconsin, USA
Prof. Harry Asada, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, USA
Prof. Javad Lavaei (2016 Eckman Award Winner), University of California,
Berkeley, USA
Prof. Jacquelien Scherpen, University of Groningen, The Netherlands

Details can be found on the conference web site at
http://acc2017.a2c2.org

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6.2. International Conference on Unmanned Aircraft Systems
Contributed by: Youmin Zhang, ymzhang at encs.concordia.ca

Youmin Zhang, ymzhang at encs.concordia.ca

Last Call-for-Papers: 2017 International Conference on Unmanned Aircraft
Systems (ICUAS'17) (http://www.uasconferences.com)

On behalf of the ICUAS'17 Organizing Committee, this is to invite you to
submit your contributions to the 2017 International Conference on Unmanned
Aircraft Systems, ICUAS'17, http://www.uasconferences.com, to be held on
June 13-16, 2017 in the luxurious Miami Marriott Biscayne Bay, Miami, FL,
USA (
http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/miabb-miami-marriott-biscayne-bay/).
The conference is co-sponsored by the IEEE CSS and RAS, and several other
organizations.

The ICUAS'17 will be started on June 13 with a Workshop/Tutorial day,
followed by a three-day technical Conference on June 14-16. Judging from
the interest ICUAS has drawn over the past eight years and its growth,
ICUAS’17 is again expected to continue on this path and attract the highest
number of participants from academia, industry, federal and state agencies,
government, the private sector, users, practitioners and engineers who wish
to be affiliated with and contribute technically to this highly demanding
and rapidly evolving and expanding field. Details may be found at
http://www.uasconferences.com and related links. ICUAS’17 is fully
sponsored by the ICUAS Association, a non-profit organization; Information
about the organization may be found at www.icuas.com.

The theme of ICUAS’17 will focus on the very challenging and timely topic
of ‘networked unmanned systems’. National and international organizations,
agencies, industry, military and civilian authorities are working towards
defining roadmaps of UAS expectations, technical requirements and standards
that are prerequisite to their full utilization, as well as legal, policy
and ethical issues. The next generation of UAS is expected to be used for a
wide spectrum of civilian and public domain applications. Challenges to be
faced and overcome include, among others, see-and-avoid systems, robust and
fault-tolerant flight control systems, payloads, communications, levels of
autonomy, manned-unmanned swarms, network-controlled swarms, as well as
challenges related to policies, procedures, regulations, safety, risk
analysis assessment, airworthiness, certification issues, operational
constraints, standardization and frequency management, all of paramount
importance, which, coupled with ‘smart’, ‘environmentally friendly’,
"reliable" cutting edge technologies will pave the way towards full
integration of UAS with manned aviation and into the respective national
airspace.

ICUAS’17 aims at bringing together different groups of qualified military
and civilian representatives worldwide, organization representatives,
funding agencies, industry and academia, to discuss the current state of
UAS advances, and the roadmap to their full utilization in civilian and
public domains. Special emphasis will be given to current and future
research opportunities, and to ‘what comes next’ in terms of the essential
technologies that need to be utilized to advance further UAS.

Conference topics include (but not limited to): Airspace Control;
Integration; See-and-Avoid Systems; Airspace Management; Interoperability;
Security; Airworthiness; Levels of Safety; Sensor Fusion; Air Vehicle
Operations; Manned/Unmanned Aviation; Simulation; Autonomy; Micro- and
Mini- UAS; Smart Sensors; Biologically Inspired UAS; Navigation;
Standardization; Certification; Networked Swarms; Swarms; Control
Architectures; Payloads; Technology Challenges; Energy Efficient UAS; Path
Planning; Training; Environmental Issues; Regulations; UAS Applications;
Fail-Safe Systems; Reliability of UAS; UAS Communications; Frequency
Management; Risk Analysis; UAS Testbeds.

Unmanned system collaboration and coordination, cooperative/formation
control, validation and verification and unmanned system design for assured
autonomy, are topics of great interest to ICUAS’17.

Through Keynote addresses, round table panel discussions and presentations,
it is expected that the outcome of the Conference will be a clear
understanding of what industry, military, civilian, national/international
authorities need, and what are the crucial next steps that need to be
completed before UAS are utilized in everyday life applications.

Important Dates: (Please check the latest information at
http://www.uasconferences.com)
February 12, 2017: Full Papers/Invited Papers/Tutorial Proposals Due
April 14, 2017: Acceptance/Rejection Notification
May 5, 2017: Upload Final, Camera Ready Papers
April 14 – May 5, 2017: Early Registration

Paper Submission:
All papers must be submitted and uploaded electronically. Go to
https://contols.papercept.net. Click on the link “Submit a Contribution to
ICUAS’17” and follow the steps. The paper format must follow IEEE paper
submission rules, two-column format using 10 point fonts, Times New Roman.
The maximum number of pages per submitted paper is 10. For accepted papers,
up to two additional pages will be permitted for a charge of $100 per
additional page. Illustrations and references are included in the page
count. Invited and Special Sessions: Proposals for invited/special sessions
must be submitted/uploaded electronically. A Summary Statement describing
the motivation and relevance of the proposed session, invited paper titles
and author names must be uploaded electronically by February 12, 2017. In
addition, authors must submit FULL versions of invited papers
electronically, through https://contols.papercept.net. Each paper must be
marked as 'Invited Session Paper'. Workshops/Tutorials: Proposals for
workshops/tutorials should contain title, the list of speakers, and
extended summaries (2000 words) of their presentations. Proposals must be
sent by e-mail to the Tutorial/ Workshop Chair by February 12, 2017. Paper
Review Process: All submitted papers will undergo a peer review process
coordinated by the Program Chairs, Advisory Committee Members, IPC members
and qualified reviewers. Authors will be notified of results at the latest
by April 14, 2017. Accepted papers must be uploaded electronically no later
than May 5, 2017. Authors are encouraged to accompany their presentations
with multimedia material, which will be included in the Conference Digital
Proceedings. Conference Proceedings will be acquired by IEEE and they
appear in IEEE Xplore.

Welcome and look forward to receiving your contributions and seeing you at
the ICUAS'17!

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6.3. International Conference on Event-Based Control, Communication, and
Signal Processing
Contributed by: Antonio Visioli, antonio.visioli at unibs.it

3rd International Conference on Event-Based Control, Communication, and
Signal Processing
Funchal, Portugal
24-26 May 2017
http://www.ebccsp2017.org

Important Dates/Deadlines:
Submission of regular and special sessions papers February 26, 2017
Notification of acceptance of regular and special sessions papers April 9,
2017
Submission of work-in-progress papers April 11, 2017
Notification of acceptance of work-in-progress papers April 18, 2017
Final manuscripts due for€“ regular and special sessions April 23, 2017
Final manuscripts due for€“ work-in-progress papers April 23, 2017

The aim of the EBCCSP17 conference series is to provide a platform for the
research communities that work in diverse application areas of the
event-based paradigm to exchange new research results and ideas to explore
synergies and foster scientific advancement.

Main topics and submission areas are:
Event-based control & systems
event based communication, computing & systems
event-based signal processing & systems
discrete event systems

EBCCSP17 will feature keynote lectures by:
- Laurent Fesquet, GIPSA-Lab - Grenoble INP, France
Title: From Events to Data-Driven Processing
- Bengt Lennartson, Chalmers University, Sweden
Title: Efficient Computation of Optimal Supervisory Control Problems

SOLICITED PAPERS:
Research papers reporting on new developments in technological sciences.
Industry and development papers reporting on actual developments of
technology, products, systems and solutions. Tutorial and survey papers.
Work-in-progress papers. In addition, EBCCSP 2017 solicits proposals for
special session in areas relevant to the conference themes. Please consult
the conference web page for more details.

SUBMISSION TYPES:
Two types of submissions are solicited: Long Papers (regular and special
sessions) - 8 double-column pages. Work-in-Progress Papers - limited to 4
double-column pages. For further details, please consult the conference web
site.

CALL FOR WORKSHOPS
Proposals are sought for workshops to address cutting edge research and
developments in technological sciences in the technical scope of the EBCCSP
2017 Conference.
The Workshop Day will be held on May 23, 2017. For details see the web site

ORGANIZERS

General Co-Chairs
Carlos Couto, University of Minho, Portugal
Marek Miskowicz, AGH Univ. of Science & Technology, Poland

Organizing Chair
Richard Zurawski,  ISA Group, USA & AGH Univ. of Science & Technology,
Poland

Program Committee Chairs
Nicolas Marchand, GIPSA-Lab - Grenoble INP, France
Antonio Visioli, University of Brescia, Italy

Work-in-Progress Chairs
Bernhard Moser, SCCH, Austria
Mikhail Simonov, Istituto Superiore Mario Boella, Italy

Special Session Chairs
Amir Aminifar, EPFL, Switzerland
Andrzej Pawlowski, UNED, Spain

CONTACT INFORMATION
E-mail: contact at ebccsp2017.org

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6.4. International Conference on Information Fusion
Contributed by: Zhansheng Duan, zsduan at mail.xjtu.edu.cn

20th International Conference on Information Fusion (FUSION 2017)
July 10-13, 2017
Xi’an, China
URL: http://www.fusion2017.org

The International Conference on Information Fusion is a premier forum for
interchange of the latest research in information fusion and discussion of
its impacts on our society. The conference brings together researchers and
practitioners from industry and academia to report on the latest scientific
and technical advances. Authors are invited to submit papers describing
advances and applications in information fusion.

Fusion 2017 will be held in Xi’an, China at the Wyndham Hotel on July
10–13, 2017. Xi’an is the best representative city of Ancient China It has
more than 3100 years of history Since the 11th century BC it had been
China's Capital for more than 1100 years under 13 dynasties, including
several most important ones such as Zhou, Qin, Han, Sui, and Tang. Xi'an
was the root of the Silk Road, which connected the East and the West, and
is the home of the world-famous Terracotta Army of more than 2200 years
ago. In modern times, Xi'an has re-emerged as the center of the northwest
China.

Topics of interest
1. Theory and Representation: Probability theory, Bayesian inference, fuzzy
sets and fuzzy logic, Dempster-Shafer theory, belief functions, logic-based
fusion and preference aggregation, random sets, finite set statistics,
topic modeling.
2. Algorithms: Registration, detection, localization and signal processing,
automatic target recognition and classification, nonlinear filtering,
tracking and data association, automated situation assessment, prediction,
pattern and behavioral analysis, distributed fusion process and sensor
resource management.
3. Solution Paradigms: Sequential inference, data mining, graph analysis,
machine learning, ontology.
4. Data Specific Processing and Fusion: Image and video, radar, passive
sensors; soft data sources.
5. Modeling, simulation and evaluation: Target and sensor modeling,
benchmarks, testbeds, fusion performance modeling and evaluation.
6. Applications: Aided fusion, sensor networks, persistent surveillance,
defense and intelligence, security, robotics, transportation and logistics,
manufacturing, economics and financial, environmental monitoring, medical
care, bioinformatics.

20th Anniversary Forum: Fusion 2017 will organize a special forum to
celebrate the 20th anniversary. Candidate topics include: the (early)
history of the Fusion Conferences and ISIF, significant achievements and
major challenges of fusion research representative successful applications
of fusion technologies, future trend and development of fusion research and
technologies.

Paper Submissions: Prospective authors are invited to submit papers
electronically via the system found at the conference web page. Paper
templates and submission instructions will be available at the conference
website. Paper submissions are due by 1 March 2017 and should be no more
than ten pages in length. There will be a charge for each additional page
beyond eight pages. All papers must be approved for public release via the
appropriate procedure of their employers/funding agencies prior to
submittal. The research papers published in Fusion proceedings had been
indexed by EI. All accepted papers must be written in English and will be
published in Fusion conference proceedings, which will be indexed by EI and
IEEE Xplore.

Special Session Proposals: Proposers are invited to submit via the
conference web page the theme of the special session as well as a list of
possible committed papers. Proposals for special sessions are due by 1
February 2017. Papers for special sessions must also be submitted for
review by 1 March 2017.

Tutorial Proposals: The first day of the conference will be devoted to
tutorials on information fusion. Proposals for tutorials are invited. A
title and description of the tutorial and biographical sketch of the
instructor are due via the conference web page by 1 February 2017.

Student Paper Program: Fusion 2017 is featuring a student paper program to
encourage the involvement of young engineers and scientists in information
fusion. Conference fees will be discounted for all student attendees.
Further details will be available at the conference website.

Important Deadlines:
Special session proposals, tutorial proposals February 1, 2017
Full paper submission March 1, 2017
Notification of acceptance May 1, 2017
Final paper submission, early registration June 1, 2017

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6.5. Mediterranean Conference on Control and Automation
Contributed by: Didier THEILLIOL, didier.theilliol at univ-lorraine.fr

25th Mediterranean Conference on Control and Automation - MED'17
Valletta, Malta
July 3-6, 2017
https://www.um.edu.mt/events/med2017/

Important Dates/Deadlines:
Full Papers / Invited Sessions / Tutorial Proposals: February 6, 2017
Acceptance / Rejection Notification: April 17, 2017
Upload Final Papers: May 5, 2017
Early Registration Deadline: May 5, 2017

The theme of MED’17 centers on control and automation challenges and
opportunities in the 21st century and on control of autonomous systems.
MED’17 spans four full days. July 3 is devoted to Tutorials and Workshops,
followed by the three day technical conference on July 4-6. The conference,
through its technical program and keynote presentations, will provide a
unique opportunity for the academic, research and industrial community to
address new challenges, share solutions and discuss future research
directions. A broad range of topics is proposed, following current trends
of combining control and systems theory with hardware/software and
communication technologies, as well as new developments in robotics and
mechatronics, autonomous systems, unmanned systems, cyber physical systems,
network controlled systems, with the goal of strengthening cooperation of
control and automation scientists with industry.

MED’17 will feature keynote lectures by:
- Professor Raffaello D’Andrea from the Institute for Dynamic Systems and
Control at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH);
- Professor Visakan Kadirkamanathan from the Department of Automatic
Control and Systems Engineering at the University of Sheffield;
- Professor Marios Polycarpou from the KIOS Center for Intelligent Systems
and Networks at the University of Cyprus.
For topics of interest please visit the conference website.

Paper Submission:
The Program Chairs are soliciting contributed technical papers for
presentation at the Conference and publication in the Conference Digital
Proceedings. All papers must be submitted and uploaded electronically. Go
to https://controls.papercept.net. Click on the link “Submit a Contribution
to MED’17” and follow the steps. The paper format must follow IEEE paper
submission rules, two-column format using 12 point fonts, Times New Roman.
The maximum number of pages per submitted paper is 6. Up to two additional
pages will be permitted for a charge of 100 € per additional page.
Illustrations and references are included in the page count.

Invited and Special Sessions:
Proposals for invited and special sessions by topic of interest must be
submitted and uploaded electronically. A Summary Statement describing the
motivation and relevance of the proposed session, invited paper titles and
author names must be uploaded electronically by February 6, 2017. In
addition, authors must submit full versions of invited papers
electronically, through https://controls.papercept.net. Each such paper
must be marked as 'Invited Session Paper'

Workshops – Tutorials:
Proposals for workshops - tutorials should contain the title of the
session, the list of speakers, and extended summaries (2000 words) of their
presentations. Proposals must be sent by e-mail to the Tutorial and
Workshop Chair by February 6, 2017.

Paper Review Process:
All submitted papers will undergo a peer review process coordinated by the
Program Chairs, Advisory Committee Members, IPC members and qualified
reviewers.
Authors are encouraged to accompany their presentations with multimedia
material (i.e. videos), which will be included in the Conference Digital
Proceedings. Conference Proceedings will be acquired by IEEE and appear in
IEEE Xplore.

For information and details about the Conference, contact by e-mail the
General or Program Chairs (med2017 at um.edu.mt).

Important Dates/Deadlines:
Full Papers / Invited Sessions / Tutorial Proposals: February 6, 2017
Acceptance / Rejection Notification: April 17, 2017
Upload Final Papers: May 5, 2017
Early Registration Deadline: May 5, 2017

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6.6. IEEE Colombian Conference on Automatic Control
Contributed by: José García-Tirado, ieeeccac2017 at gmail.com

Second Call for Papers
3rd IEEE Colombian Conference on Automatic Control 2017

Scope: The 3rd IEEE Colombian Conference on Automatic Control (CCAC) will
be held on October 18-20, 2017 in Cartagena-Colombia. The objective of the
Conference is to gather academic and industrial researchers and
practitioners, to discuss the state of the art, research and developments
in advance control-robotics and its applications for sharing and
encouraging technology development in Colombia and the Latin American
region. The thematic emphasis of the Conference will be covering the
theory, the implementation issues and the experiences related to the
applications of control, automation and robotics methods in research,
academy and industry. The main topics for the event include, but are not
limited to, the following:

Applied control for industrial and non-industrial areas, applied control
for robots, hybrid systems, intelligent control, mechatronics, mobile
robots, modeling of dynamic systems, multi-robot systems, process and power
systems, process automation, process optimization, sensing and sensor
fusion, system identification, systems and signals, control in power
electronics and electrical drives.

Important Dates:
- May 9, 2017 Papers submission deadline
- June 30, 2017 Papers acceptance notification
- August 11, 2017 Final manuscripts in camera-ready format

Paper submission: The program committee invites you to submit 4 to 6 pages
long papers in English or Spanish through www.ieeeccac2017.org

Submitted papers to CCAC must be original, not previously published or
accepted for publication elsewhere and must not be submitted to any other
event or publisher during the entire review process. IEEE policy regarding
plagiarism and duplicate submission/publication will be strictly enforced.
The paper format and submission instructions are available at
www.ieeelarc.org. All articles will be published in the Conference
Proceedings. Only English versions will be published in IEEEXplore.

Venue: The conference will be held at Cartagena de Indias, city on the
northern coast of Colombia in the Caribbean Coast Region and capital of the
Bolívar Department. It is the fifth-largest city in Colombia and the second
largest in the region, after Barranquilla. The Cartagena urban area is also
the fifthlargest urban area in the country. Economic activities include
maritime and petrochemicals industry, as well as tourism. During the
colonial period Cartagena served a key role in administration and expansion
of the Spanish empire. It was a center of political and economic activity
due to the presence of royalty and wealthy viceroys. In 1984, Cartagena's
colonial walled city and fortress were designated a UNESCO World Heritage
Site. (further details soon).
Contact: Additional details and Conference updates are available at:
http://www.ieeeccac2017.org
Inquiries and doubts about the Conference may be addressed to:
info at ieeeccac2017.org

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6.7. Annual Conference of IEEE Industrial Electronics Society
Contributed by: Xinghuo Yu, x.yu at rmit.edu.au

Call-for-Papers

2017 43rd Annual Conference of IEEE Industrial Electronics Society (IECON
2017)
October 29- November 1, 2017, Beijing, China.
http://www.iecon2017.com

You are cordially invited to submit your contributions to IECON 2017, to be
held on October 29-November 1, 2017 in Beijing, China.

IECON 2017 focuses on industrial and manufacturing theory and applications
of electronics, controls, communications, instrumentation, and
computational intelligence. The objectives of the conference are to provide
high quality research and professional interactions for the advancement of
science, technology and fellowship. The main features of the conference
include Plenary Speeches, Invited Talks, Regular Sessions, Special
Sessions, Tutorials, Industry Forum, Student & Young Professionals Forum,
covering a wide range of fields in Energy, Control, Mechatronics and
Robotics, and Information and Communication Technologies.

The world’s industry, researchers and academia are cordially invited to
participate in this exciting event and enjoy the wonderful city of Beijing
– the heart of China, for its beauty, history and hospitality.

Important dates:
Special Session Proposals: 15 February 2017
Contributed Papers: 17 April 2017
Tutorial Proposals: 15 May 2017
Notification of Acceptance: 3 July 2017
Final Submission Due: 15 August 2017
Early Registration Closes: 15 August 2017

FOR MORE INFORMATION, please visit http://www.iecon2017.com

Welcome and look forward to receiving your contributions and attendance to
the IECON 2017!

General Co-Chairs, IECON 2017
Xinghuo Yu, Jinhu Lu, Kamal Al-Haddad, Luis Gomes

Program Co-Chairs, IECON 2017
Huijun Gao, Juan J. Rodriguez-Andina, Mariusz Malinowski, Yousef Ibrahim,
Milos Manic, Yin Shen

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6.8. Asian Control Conference
Contributed by: Ljubo Vlacic, l.vlacic at griffith.edu.au

The 2017 Asian Control Conference – ASCC 2017
Gold Coast Australia, 17 – 20 December 2017
https://www.ascc2017.com/

The Asian Control Conference will be held immediately after CDC 2017. If
you will be attending CDC 2017 till 15 December you can then make your way
from Melbourne to Gold Coast on Sunday, 17 December and enjoy the ASCC
Welcome Reception there.

Simultaneously with ASCC2017, the Australian & New Zealand Control
Conference – ANZCC 2017 will also be held at the same venue, the award
winning Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre.

The ANZCC 2017 details can be obtained from http://anzcc.org.au/ANZCC2017/

The City of Gold Coast is a celebrated holiday experience set on one of
Australia’s most spectacular natural stages. From pure, adrenalin-packed
fun to natural indulgence, the contrasts of Australia’s Gold Coast unite to
deliver every holiday experience you could desire in one friendly place. A
high quality accommodation at a special discount rate has been negotiated
for the conference participants.

The ASCC conference series has been recognised as a premier scientific
event of the Asia-Pacific region aimed at advancing control systems theory
and practice. It hosts control systems scientists, researchers, students
and practitioners in exchanging their ideas and recent results. The ASCC
2017 Proceedings will be published in Xplore.

Important Dates:
Regular Papers (drafts) 10 July 17
Invited Session Proposals 10 July 17
Workshop Proposals 10 July 17
Author notifications 22 September 17
Early Registration 22 September 17
Final Papers 01 October 17

The ASCC 2017 looks forward welcoming you at Australia’s Gold Coast.

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6.9. Australian and New Zealand Control Conference
Contributed by: Ljubo Vlacic, l.vlacic at griffith.edu.au

Australian and New Zealand Control Conference - ANZCC 2017
Gold Coast,17-20 December 2017
http://anzcc.org.au/ANZCC2017/

The 2017 Australian and New Zealand Control Conference (ANZCC 2017) will be
held in conjunction with the 2017 Asian Control Conference (
https://www.ascc2017.com/) in the City of Gold Coast from 17 to 20 December
2017 i.e. immediately after CDC 2017.

Every effort will be made towards avoiding overlapping between ANZCC 2017
keynote sessions and ASCC 2017 keynote sessions. Moreover, ANZCC 2017 and
ASCC 2017 social functions will be jointly held to enable full interactions
among ANZCC 2017 participants and ASCC 2017 participants. The effort
towards organising ANZCC 2017 and ASCC 2017 simultaneously with each other
will be underpinned by specially designed and attractive registration
package for those wishing to attend both events.

Apart from traditional paper types, ANZCC 2017 will also be accepting
presentation-only papers. Presentation only papers will not be included in
the Conference Proceedings. However, they will be a part of the Conference
Program (if accepted) and their abstracts will be included in the Book of
Abstracts which will be distributed to the conference participants.

ANZCC 2017 will provide a forum for Australian and New Zealand researchers,
students and control engineers from universities, industry and government
organisations to exchange ideas and recent results, as well as discuss
current problems arising in control engineering research and industrial
practice. International contributions are encouraged and will be solicited
for.

Important Dates:
Draft papers: 17 July 2017
Invited session proposals: 17 July
Author notification: 20 September
Final papers: 01 October
Post-conference workshops: 21-24 December

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6.10. ACM/IEEE International Conference Hybrid Systems Computation and
Control
Contributed by: Necmiye Ozay, necmiye at umich.edu

20th ACM/IEEE International Conference Hybrid Systems Computation and
Control (HSCC 2017) @ CPSWeek

Call for posters and demos

HSCC 2017 is the 20th in a series of conferences on all aspects of hybrid
systems. It is dedicated to advancing design and analysis techniques that
bridge control theory and computer science, and is expanding to new domains
in security and privacy, and in systems biology. The conference covers the
range from theoretical results to practical applications and experiences in
cyber-physical systems (CPS), mixed signal circuits, robotics,
infrastructure networks, and biological models. For more information on
submission and topics of interest, see the conference website:
http://hscc2017.ece.illinois.edu/.

Posters presented at the conference will provide an opportunity for
conference attendees to interact with researchers in an informal setting.
Posters may be about already accepted papers, ongoing research projects, or
they may preview late-breaking results. Demos will give the audience an
up-close look at tools and techniques, and offer an interactive experience
with the demonstrated entities. The selection criteria for acceptance will
comprise novelty, technical merit, relevance to HSCC and, especially for
demos, details on the presentation. Accepted posters and demos will be
listed on the conference website and as such will not appear on the
conference proceedings.

These sessions are an excellent way to exchange ideas and for presenters to
obtain feedback from the attendees. We encourage submissions from authors
with accepted papers in HSCC2017 as this offers an alternative channel for
dissemination. A best poster/demo prize will be awarded and announced
during the conference and on the website. At least one author for every
accepted poster/demo will be required to register and attend the conference.

Important dates:
Submission deadline: Monday, February 13th, 2017.
Acceptance notification: Monday, February 27th, 2017.
Conference: April 18th-20th, 2017, Pittsburgh, PA, USA.

Submissions:
Submissions consist of an extended abstract of no more than two pages in
the ACM template at:
http://www.acm.org/sigs/publications/proceedings-templates.

Posters:
Poster abstracts should report preliminary research work and case studies.
Poster presentations do not have to describe completed work. An easel will
be provided for all posters.

Demos:
Demo abstracts should describe both the technology that will be presented,
as well as the user interface. Tables, power, and wireless connectivity
will be provided. If a demo requires additional special arrangements,
please describe them clearly along with your submission.

To submit, send the pdf via email starting the subject line with "HSCC17
Poster: " or "HSCC17 Demo: " to the Poster/Demo Chair Akshay Rajhans
(akshay.rajhans at mathworks dot com).

Any questions should be addressed to the Poster/Demo Chair.

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6.11. International Conference on Control, Automation and Systems
Contributed by: Hye-Soo Kim, conference at icros.org

2017 17th International Conference on Control, Automation and Systems
(ICCAS 2017)
October 18(WED)-21(SAT), 2017
Ramada Plaza, Jeju Island, Korea
http://2017.iccas.org

Call for Papers: http://icros.org/data/download/ICCAS2017/ICCAS2017_CFP.pdf

The aim of the ICCAS is to bring together researchers and engineers
worldwide to present their latest works, and disseminate the
state-of-the-art technologies related to control, automation, robotics, and
systems.

IMPORTANT DATES
Proposal for Invited/Organized Session (Mini-symposium)
- June 10, 2017: Submission deadline
Regular Papers (3 - 6 pages) & Invited/Organized Session Papers (1 - 6
pages)
- June 15, 2017: Submission deadline
- August 1, 2017: Notification of acceptance
- August 31, 2017: Submission of final camera-ready papers
Research Poster Papers (1 - 2 pages)
- August 22, 2017: Submission deadline
- August 31, 2017: Notification of acceptance
- September 7, 2017: Submission of final camera-ready papers

PLENARY SPEAKERS
- Richard D. Braatz (Massachusetts Inst. of Tech., USA)
- Reza Moheimani (Univ. of Texas, USA)
- Antonella Ferrara (Univ. of Pavia, Italy)
- Huijun Gao (Harbin Inst. of Tech., China)
- Atsuo Takanishi (Waseda Univ., Japan)

General Chair: Dongil “Dan” Cho (Seoul Nat’l Univ., Korea / ICROS President)
Organizing Chair: Doyoung Jeon (Sogang Univ., Korea)
Program Chair: Hyosung Ahn (GIST, Korea)

Organized by Institute of Control, Robotics and Systems (ICROS)

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6.12. Focus Period/Workshop on Large-Scale and Distributed Optimization
Contributed by: Anders Rantzer, rantzer at control.lth.se

The LCCC Linnaeus center - Lund Center for Control of Complex engineering
systems is announcing a Focus Period on Large-Scale and Distributed
Optimization from May 29 to June 30, 2017 with a workshop in the middle.
Confirmed invited speakers include Francis Bach (France), Amir Beck
(Israel), Stephen Boyd (USA), Anders Hansson (Sweden), Mikael Johansson
(Sweden), Laurent Lessard (USA), Angelia Nedich (USA), Asu Ozdaglar (USA),
Pablo Parrilo (USA), Panagiotis Patrinos (Belgium), Lin Xiao (USA), Russel
Luke (Germany) and Holger Rauhut (Germany).

The aim of the focus period is to bring together leading researchers from
different communities to create exciting cross-fertilization and new ideas.
At any particular time, there will be room for up to 10 visiting scholars.
A typical visit will be 3 weeks, either beginning or ending with the
workshop week. Invitation as visiting scholar includes free accommodation
and workshop registration. Interested visitors are encouraged to contact
Pontus Giselsson <pontusg at control.lth.se> or Anders Rantzer <
rantzer at control.lth.se>.

For more information, see
http://www.lccc.lth.se/index.php?page=june-2017-optimization.

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6.13. International Conference on Methods and Models in Automation and
Robotics
Contributed by: Pawel Dworak, pawel.dworak at zut.edu.pl

22nd International Conference on Methods and Models in Automation and
Robotics
28-31 August 2017
Amber Baltic Hotel, Międzyzdroje, Poland

It is our great pleasure to invite You to participate in the 22nd
International Conference on Methods and Models in Automation and Robotics,
MMAR 2017 to be held in Międzyzdroje, Poland, from August 28th to August
31st, 2017.

The Conference will be a good opportunity for highlighting the new results
and directions of Automatic Control theory, technology and applications. As
such, it mainly will concentrate on the following key points:
– emphasis on invited lectures including plenaries,
– industry participation promotion,
– attract young people to study and work in the field.

The participants of the 22nd International MMAR Conference will have the
opportunity to take part in the wide spectrum of categories for technical
presentations, including plenary lectures, regular papers of both lecture
and poster session types, and panel discussion. We look forward to seeing
our old and new friends in Poland. You are kindly invited to participate in
the 22nd International MMAR Conference in Międzyzdroje, Poland.

Important Dates: (Please check the latest information at www.mmar.edu.pl)
6 March 2017 – Full Paper Submission
15 May 2017 – Notification of Acceptance
26 June 2017 – Author Registration and Payment
3 July 2017 – Camera-Ready Paper Submission

The proceedings of the conference will be submitted for review and approval
for inclusion in the IEEE Xplore® Digital Library
and will be submitted for inclusion in the Conference Proceedings Citation
Index - Science (ISI Web of Science).

For more information see http://www.mmar.edu.pl

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6.14. International Workshop on Control Engineering and Synthetic Biology
Contributed by: Antonis Papachristodoulou, antonis at eng.ox.ac.uk

Designing and implementing effective feedback control in living cells has
the potential to dramatically change biotechnology and synthetic biology.
However, before this potential is realised, a number of theoretical and
practical challenges must be addressed, which lie at the interface between
control engineering and synthetic biology.

This will be the topic of an International Workshop on Control Engineering
and Synthetic Biology, which will be held on the 17th and 18th July 2017 at
the Royal Academy of Engineering, Prince Philip House, London, UK. This
workshop will discuss both the challenges and the opportunities that
Synthetic Biology offers. A specific focus will be on the “next grand
challenges” in the field of synthetic biology and how control engineering
can address them. An exceptional group of speakers, world leaders in
synthetic biology and control engineering, will present recent progress,
identify challenges and share their vision of where synthetic biology is
headed and how the control engineering community can contribute to
delivering its promise.

This follows on from a previous very successful event that we organised at
the University of Oxford a couple of years ago:
http://sysos.eng.ox.ac.uk/wiki/index.php/Workshop_on_Control_Engineering_and_Synthetic_Biology
.

This event is supported by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research
Council (EPSRC) under projects EP/M002454/1 and EP/M002187/1.

Please visit
http://sysos.eng.ox.ac.uk/wiki/index.php/SynBioControl2017
for more information and to register.

Filippo Menolascina, Antonis Papachristodoulou and Guy-Bart Stan

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6.15. International Conference on Quantitative Evaluation of Systems
Special Session: “Smart Energy Systems”
Contributed by: Alessandro Abate, aabate at cs.ox.ac.uk

Dear colleague,

I would like to draw your attention on a special session on ``Smart Energy
Systems’’, to be organised at the upcoming International Conference on
Quantitative Evaluation of Systems (QEST17):

http://www.qest.org/qest2017

We hope to attract top researchers and high-quality submissions. I would
like to kindly ask you to share the invitation with colleagues working in
the area of the conference and on the specific topic. Please find a
description of the session below and a link to the conference CfP. Should
you have any questions, please let me or the conference organisers know.

Smart Energy Systems over the Cloud:

We solicit contributions dealing with quantitative analysis, verification,
and performance evaluation of models of networks of smart devices
interconnected physically and over the cloud, and in particular within the
technological context of smart energy, dealing with smart buildings, the
smart grid, or with modern power networks. Instances of problems of
interest are energy management in smart buildings, demand response over
smart grids, or frequency control over power networks. We are interested in
configurations related to cyber-physical systems, of systems of systems,
and of the Internet of things, and on models encompassing continuous and
digital components, and uncertainty (either environmental, adversarial, or
probabilistic).

http://www.qest.org/qest2017/call-for-papers.html

Alessandro Abate, aabate at cs.ox.ac.uk

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7. Positions

7.1. PhD: Imperial College London, UK
Contributed by: Thulasi Mylvaganam, thulasi.mylvaganam06 at imperial.ac.uk

PhD Studentship in Nonlinear Control

Applications are invited for a PhD studentship on distributed control for
nonlinear systems within the Department of Aeronautics, Imperial College
London.

Distributed systems are ubiquitous: teams of (aerial) robots, wind farms or
dynamic sensor networks are just a few examples. Designing controllers for
such systems is an important topic within control theory. To increase the
autonomy of distributed systems it is crucial to develop novel methods for
efficient and effective cooperative, distributed control.

The goal of the PhD studentship is to develop novel methods for designing
distributed controllers for general, nonlinear systems, which include
multi-agent systems such as teams of (aerial) robots. The developed methods
will be based on a rigorous system theoretic approach typical of control
systems. The student will therefore be required to gain familiarity and
expertise in several topics within and related to control systems theory
(including nonlinear control theory, linear algebra, optimization, game
theory etc.)

Imperial College is consistently ranked as one of top universities in the
world and top 3 universities within the UK. In 2016/17 Imperial ranked 9th
in the world in the QS and 8th in the world in the THE rankings. It has
been ranked as the most innovative university in Europe. Imperial staff and
alumni include 15 Nobel laureates, 2 Fields Medalists, 70 Fellows of the
Royal Society, 82 Fellows of the Royal Academy of Engineering and 78
Fellows of the Academy of Medical Sciences. The student will benefit from
this dynamic environment and from the unique facilities offered by Imperial
College London.

Applicants should have a keen interest and solid background in Control
Engineering and Mathematics and have experience with using MATLAB.
Knowledge of Nonlinear Control is preferable.
Applications are invited from candidates with (or who expect to gain) a
first-class honours degree or an equivalent degree in Engineering,
Mathematics or a related discipline (for more details, see
https://www.imperial.ac.uk/study/pg/apply/requirements/pgacademic/).

“Funding is available for UK citizens and EU citizens. The studentship is
for 3.5 years starting as soon as possible and will provide full coverage
of tuition fees and a tax-free stipend.”

Applications will be assessed as received and all applicants should follow
the standard College application procedure (
http://www3.imperial.ac.uk/pgprospectus/howtoapply).

Informal enquiries and requests for additional information for this post
can be made to: Dr Thulasi Mylvaganam via email:
thulasi.mylvaganam06 at imperial.ac.uk.

To apply, please go to
http://www.imperial.ac.uk/study/pg/apply/how-to-apply/
Any queries regarding the application process should be directed to Ms Lisa
Kelly by email at l.kelly at imperial.ac.uk.

Closing date for applications: Open until filled
Start Date: As soon as possible

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7.2. PhD: CNES and CRAN, France
Contributed by: Marion Gilson, marion.gilson at univ-lorraine.fr

PhD CNES and CRAN (CNRS, Université de Lorraine, Nancy)
SYSTEM IDENTIFICATION FOR ATTITUDE CONTROL OF SATELLITES

Description
The validation of the attitude control algorithms uses high fidelity
simulators with the most accurate possible models of satellite dynamics and
orbital environment. Some parameters of these models are nevertheless
difficult to identify on ground (disturbing torques amplitude, satellite
inertia, flexible modes characteristics), or are submitted to large
uncertainties. To get more accurate numerical values, flight telemetry can
be used, but the identification process is complex due to physical
characteristics of the measurements (low sampling rate, noise, bias etc)
and due to operational constraints: the necessary attitude profiles
allowing the observability of the parameters cannot always be performed
(out of flight envelop profiles, or mission interruption required). In some
other more critical cases, accurate identification of the parameters is a
pre-requisite for the attitude control feasibility: for example, on very
low altitude orbits a small knowledge error on the position of the center
of mass can lead to a non-optimal guidance profile, with respect to
aerodynamic disturbances and to the loss of the satellite due to actuator
saturations. Finally, on elliptic orbit with very low perigee, the
disturbing torques change rapidly and it would be interesting to compute a
time-variant control law adapting to amplitude and frequency changes of the
disturbances in satellite frame. To this aim, one needs to identify
time-varying models.

>From a theoretical point of view, accurate parametric identification of
“grey box” models, the search of optimal inputs (for excitation signals
generation) and time-varying parameters model identifications are topics of
great interest in academic research, also with more and more numerous
industrial applications. A lot of methodological and numerical tools exist
that can better meet the requirements.

The PhD objectives are to develop new closed-loop identification techniques
for time-varying parameters, either for the validation of attitude control
laws with more accurate models of the satellite dynamics and environment or
for adaptive control laws design.

The foreseen tasks are the following:
1. Closed-loop recursive identification of time-varying parameter grey box
models by using telemetry: design of new algorithms and comparison to
existing ones (Kalman filters for example). This problem raises several
open questions, as the choice of nonlinear functions for domains where the
physical behavior is more difficult to know. This choice is often the
result of a trade-off between model flexibility and parsimony. Model
flexibility allows the model to include complex nonlinear phenomena,
whereas parsimony aims at using the minimum number of parameters to model
these nonlinear phenomena. Once this choice is done, the relevant
parametric estimation method must be developed and the (in-) validation of
the obtained model performed. Besides, some critical aspects of grey box
identification will be studied: identifiability and sensitivity analysis of
physical parameters, robustness of the proposed algorithms to initial
conditions or measurement noise, or computation of uncertainty regions for
the estimated parameters.
2. Input signal selection: as the model can be accurately identified only
if the input/output data contain enough information, the selection of
suitable excitation inputs for identification of closed-loop and
time-varying system is an important issue.
Implementation and validation of the new approach with real flight
telemetry, and comparison with existing tools

Desired profile
Master in automatic control

The PhD program period is 3 years, starting early 2017.
Closing date for applications
20.01.2017

Structure description
Host Laboratory : Centre de Recherche en Automatique de Nancy (CRAN)
Lab Promotors : Marion GILSON - marion.gilson at univ-lorraine.fr, Hugues
GARNIER - hugues.garnier at univ-lorraine.fr
CNES Promotor : Christelle PITTET - christelle.pittet at cnes.fr

Requests for further information should be sent to
marion.gilson at univ-lorraine.fr and christelle.pittet at cnes.fr and include:
1. Covering/Motivation letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Contact details of two academic referees.

Website: https://cct.cnes.fr/system/files/these_identif_SCAO_0.pdf

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7.3. PhD: Eindhoven University of Technology, The Netherlands
Contributed by: Roland Toth, r.toth at tue.nl

Phd Position: Eindhoven University of Technology, The Netherlands
Contributed by: Roland Toth, r.toth at tue.nl

Two Phd Positions are available at the Control Systems Group of the
Eindhoven University of Technology, The Netherlands:

PhD position #1: AUTOMATED SYSTEMATIC LPV MODELING
PhD position #2: SYSTEM ORIENTED LPV CONTROL DESIGN

Project description:

Linear Parameter-Varying (LPV) systems are flexible mathematical models
capable of representing Nonlinear (NL)/Time-Varying (TV) dynamical
behaviors of complex physical systems (e.g., wafer scanners, car engines,
chemical reactors), often encountered in engineering, via a linear
structure. The LPV framework provides computationally efficient and robust
approaches to synthesize digital controllers that can ensure desired
operation of such systems - making it attractive to (i) high-tech
mechatronic, (ii) automotive and (iii) chemical-process applications. Such
a framework is important to meet with the increasing operational demands of
systems in these industrial sectors and to realize future technological
targets. However, recent studies have shown that, to fully exploit the
potential of the LPV framework, a number of limiting factors of the
underlying theory ask a for serious innovation, as currently it is not
understood how to (1) automate exact and low-complexity LPV modeling of
real-world applications and how to refine uncertain aspects of these models
efficiently by the help of measured data, (2) incorporate control
objectives directly into modeling and to develop model reduction approaches
for control, and (3) how to see modeling & control synthesis as a unified,
closed-loop system synthesis approach directly oriented for the underlying
NL/TV system. Furthermore, due to the increasingly cyber-physical nature of
applications, (4) control synthesis is needed in a plug & play fashion,
where if sub-systems are modified or exchanged, then the control design and
the model of the whole system are only incrementally updated. This project
aims to surmount Challenges (1)-(4) by establishing an innovative
revolution of the LPV framework supported by a software suite and extensive
empirical studies on real-world industrial applications; with a potential
of technological innovation in the high-impact industrial sectors (i)-(iii).

The PhD positions are within the scope of the APROCS (Automated Linear
Parameter-Varying Modeling and Control Synthesis for Nonlinear Complex
Systems) initiative funded by the European Research Council (ERC) and it
aims to overcome the fundamental limitations of the current LPV framework
listed by Challenges (1)-(4).

Phd project #1 focuses on automated systematic LPV modeling to develop (1)
systematic tools for converting first-principle models of complex dynamical
systems, described by nonlinear/time-varying ODE’s and PDE’s, to low
complexity, but exact LPV descriptions, (2) in case of unknown dynamical
relations, complete the resulting models by powerful data-driven techniques
building on the fusion of system identification and machine learning
methods, (3) achieve control / objective oriented embedding of the dynamics
of the to be modeled system together with simulation relation based
verification methods, (4) achieve incremental modeling with plug & play
properties.

Phd project #2  focuses on system oriented LPV control design to develop a
(1) radical paradigm-shift based LPV control design framework, where the
control synthesis focuses on the resulting controlled behavior (open or
closed loop) with the targeted physical system, providing directly a NL/TV
controller, i.e., the LPV concept is used as a solution approach for the
underlying optimization problem. This requires the development of (2) novel
stability and performance concepts and corresponding synthesis techniques
with also an (3) objective of achieving incremental synthesis with plug &
play properties.

Candidate profile:
* strong background in systems and control, mathematics (complex functional
analysis, abstract algebra), statistics (for position #1), signal
processing and electrical machines or mechanical engineering.
* solid programming skills in C++, DSpace, Mathematica and/or Matlab
* good communicative skills, and the attitude to partake successfully in
the work of a research team.
* good command of the English language (knowledge of Dutch is not required).
* should have completed, or about to complete, a Bachelors/Masters/Honours
degree in Systems and Control, Electrical Eng., Mech. Eng. or related areas

Starting date (intended):
1 September, 2017

Please send a complete CV as well as your motivation letter and transcripts
to dr. R. Toth (r.toth at tue.nl) with a subject of "Phd position.”

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7.4. PhD: University of the Armed Forces Munich, Germany
Contributed by: Gunther Reissig, gunther2014 at reiszig.de

PhD position: Formal methods in control (Munich, Germany)

University of the Armed Forces Munich, Germany
Department of Aerospace Engineering
Institute of Control Engineering

We invite applications for a doctoral researcher position in the field of
formal methods in control. The successful candidate is expected to advance
theory of as well as computational methods for abstraction-based controller
synthesis, to a degree that facilitates routine, fully automated, practical
application of the approach to nonlinear continuous-state plants and
complex specifications. The focus is on synthesis algorithms that are both
efficient and formally correct.

The project involves theoretical work, algorithm and software development,
and, on a small scale, experimental work. There is no teaching requirement
and no coursework to be completed. Competitive salary is offered according
to the tariff ``TVOeD Bund, E 13''.

Required qualifications:
* MSc degree (or equivalent, giving access to doctoral studies) in
Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field.
Students about to complete their MSc will also be considered.
* Excellent academic record, showing a strong theoretical/mathematical
background and a strong interest in dynamical systems.
* Proficiency in programming (C or Ada/SPARK).
* Excellent communication skills in English (CEFR level C1).

In addition, experience in one of the following fields would be a plus:
Set-valued or validated numerics; dynamic programming; formal methods in
control; reactive synthesis; professional-grade software development.

Your complete application consists of the following documents, which should
be sent as a single PDF file to the email address given below (deadline:
Feb 15, 2016):
* CV with photo
* One-page cover letter (clearly indicating available start date as well as
relevant qualifications, experience and motivation)
* University certificates and transcripts (both BSc and MSc degrees)
* Contact details of up to three referees
* Possibly an English language certificate and a list of publications

All documents should be in English, with the exception of university
certificates and transcripts, which may also be in German. The position is
open to applicants worldwide; no special security clearance necessary.

Priv.-Doz. Dr. habil. Gunther Reissig
http://www.reiszig.de/gunther/
Email: gunther2014 at reiszig.de, Subject: PhD ref 1077

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7.5. PhD: Southern Illinois University, USA
Contributed by: Arash Komaee, akomaee at siu.edu

We are searching for a PhD student to work on a funded research assistant
position in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at
Southern Illinois University (SIU), Carbondale, IL, USA. The position is
available for Fall 2017 and contingent on satisfactory performance and
fulfillment of the department requirements can be extended to the duration
of study.

The position is in the general area of dynamical systems and control with
an emphasis on magnetic control of micro-robots. Applicants with a BS
degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering are preferred but those with
a background in electrical engineering are also considered. A relevant MS
degree is a definite advantage. Applicants must demonstrate strong courage
for independent experimental work in the lab, in addition to interest in
theory development.

Interested applicants are invited to send their application or inquiries to
Dr. Arash Komaee at akomaee at siu.edu. A complete application package
includes a Curriculum Vitae, name and contact information of three
references, a brief description of the applicant's research interests, GRE
score, and TOEFL/IELTS score for international applicants.

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7.6. PhD: Lehigh University, USA
Contributed by: Eugenio Schuster, schuster at lehigh.edu

PhD Positions in Modeling and Control of Distributed Parameter Systems

Two fully funded PhD positions in the general area of Control Systems are
available within the Laboratory for Control of Complex Physical Systems in
the Department of Mechanical Engineering and Mechanics at Lehigh
University. PhD candidates should have an undergraduate, or preferably a
Masters degree, in engineering, physics or applied math. A solid
mathematical and physical background is required together with a broad
education in control systems. Some demonstrated research experience is a
plus. The candidates should be interested in doing research in the general
area of modeling and control of distributed parameter systems with
applications to magnetohydrodynamic flows and plasmas.

Lehigh University, founded in 1865, is located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania,
50 miles north of Philadelphia and 75 miles southwest of New York City. It
offers an inspiring academic environment, excellent education,
state-of-the-art research and computer facilities, very competitive
economic conditions (tuitions, stipend, housing, health insurance) for
graduate students, and great career opportunities after graduation. More
information can be found at http://www1.lehigh.edu/academics/graduate.

Candidates interested in being part of this educational and research
opportunity are encouraged to send by e-mail their Curriculum Vitae to
Prof. Eugenio Schuster at schuster at lehigh.edu.

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7.7. PostDoc: The Ohio State University, USA
Contributed by: Mingjun Zhang, zhang.4882 at osu.edu

PostDoc: The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH.

We have a funded two-year post-doc position to work on optimal control for
a bio-inspired autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV). The AUV has been built
and tested for underwater exploration using a simple closed-loop control.
We are interested in developing advanced optimal control algorithm for
energy-efficient propulsion, and have been investigating new theoretical
optimal control methods to integrate hydrodynamics and feedback control for
energy-efficient trajectory tracking.

Candidates with background in mathematics and theoretical control are
highly encouraged to apply.

Please send your CV to Mingjun Zhang: zhang.4882 at osu.edu

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7.8. PostDoc: I3S Laboratory, France
Contributed by: Maria João Rendas, rendas at i3s.unice.fr

A post-doc position (for 6 months, possibly extended for a longer period)
at the I3S Laboratory at Sophia Antipolis (France) is opened, to work on
the development of modelling tools for early detection of abnormal athletic
dynamic evolutions. The study is carried in close collaboration with an
International Sports Federation, and will build on a large database of past
and ongoing performance of top-ranking athletes.

The candidate should have strong competences in statistical machine
learning and modelling and is expected to develop the associated software
tools (in Matlab in the development phase).

The position is available immediately and the application will stay open
until a suitable candidate is found.

Applications (including CV and a cover letter of motivation) should be sent
to rendas at i3s.unice.fr and pronzato at i3s.unice.fr. Applicants willing to
have additional information are invited to contact us directly by email.

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7.9. PostDoc: Eindhoven University of Technology, The Netherlands
Contributed by: Roland Toth, r.toth at tue.nl

Postdoc Position: Eindhoven University of Technology, The Netherlands

A postdoctoral position is available at the Control Systems Group of the
Eindhoven University of Technology, The Netherlands:

Linear Parameter-Varying (LPV) systems are flexible mathematical models
capable of representing Nonlinear (NL)/Time-Varying (TV) dynamical
behaviors of complex physical systems (e.g., wafer scanners, car engines,
chemical reactors), often encountered in engineering, via a linear
structure. The LPV framework provides computationally efficient and robust
approaches to synthesize digital controllers that can ensure desired
operation of such systems - making it attractive to (i) high-tech
mechatronic, (ii) automotive and (iii) chemical-process applications. Such
a framework is important to meet with the increasing operational demands of
systems in these industrial sectors and to realize future technological
targets. However, recent studies have shown that, to fully exploit the
potential of the LPV framework, a number of limiting factors of the
underlying theory ask a for serious innovation, as currently it is not
understood how to (1) automate exact and low-complexity LPV modeling of
real-world applications and how to refine uncertain aspects of these models
efficiently by the help of measured data, (2) incorporate control
objectives directly into modeling and to develop model reduction approaches
for control, and (3) how to see modeling & control synthesis as a unified,
closed-loop system synthesis approach directly oriented for the underlying
NL/TV system. Furthermore, due to the increasingly cyber-physical nature of
applications, (4) control synthesis is needed in a plug & play fashion,
where if sub-systems are modified or exchanged, then the control design and
the model of the whole system are only incrementally updated. This project
aims to surmount Challenges (1)-(4) by establishing an innovative
revolution of the LPV framework supported by a software suite and extensive
empirical studies on real-world industrial applications; with a potential
of technological innovation in the high-impact industrial sectors (i)-(iii).

The position is within the scope of the APROCS (Automated Linear
Parameter-Varying Modeling and Control Synthesis for Nonlinear Complex
Systems) initiative funded by the European Research Council (ERC) and it
aims to overcome the fundamental limitations of the current LPV framework
listed by Challenges (1)-(4).

This 3 years Postdoc position focuses on model reduction approaches to be
developed both in the time and frequency domain that aim at complexity
reduction of converted LPV first-principle models by balancing the
trade-off between complexity and accuracy in terms of the control/user
objectives. This concept of reduction is drastically different from the
available literature and require fundamentally new concepts to take into
account: (1) the true underlying behavior of the represented NL/TV system,
(2) how closed-loop measures of control performance effect the trade-offs
and (3) how to achieve joint state-order and scheduling complexity
reduction which represent two complementary sources of complexity. A
thorough (4) understanding of LPV models in the frequency domain is also
intended to be developed. This challenging objective would allow the
generalization of powerful design concepts of controller tuning and
performance specifications together with stability results and model
reduction methods in the LTI case to the LPV case.

Candidate profile:
* strong background in systems and control, mathematics (complex functional
analysis, abstract algebra), signal processing and electrical machines or
mechanical engineering.
* solid programming skills in C++, DSpace, Mathematica and/or Matlab
* good communicative skills, and the attitude to partake successfully in
the work of a research team.
* good command of the English language (knowledge of Dutch is not required).
* should have completed, or about to complete, a PhD degree in Systems and
Control

Starting date (intended):
1 September, 2017

Please send a complete CV as well as your motivation letter and transcripts
to dr. R. Toth (r.toth at tue.nl) with a subject of "Postdoc position.”

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7.10. PostDoc: Clemson University
Contributed by: Human Resources, none at given.com

Clemson University: College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences:
Automotive Engineering
Post Doctoral Fellow - Automotive Engineering

Location: 4 Research Drive, Greenville, SC 29607

The ideal candidate will work in a highly engaging research environment
together with other faculty and graduate students. He/She will conduct the
research with the PI – including both theory and experiments (30%), will
assist with student advising (10%), will write technical reports and papers
(25%), present research results (5%), and help manage the battery lab
(10%), and help with proposal writing (20%).

QUALIFICATIONS
PhD degree (or are about to graduate) in mechanical, electrical aerospace
engineering, applied mathematics or statistics. Demonstrated proficiency
with writing technical research papers

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
To submit your application, please upload an updated CV with a list of
publications via Interfolio. Questions should be directed to Prof. Onori (
sonori at clemson.edu). Review of applications will continue until the
position is filled. Only shortlisted candidate will be contacted via email.

Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against
any person or group on the basis of age, color, disability, gender,
pregnancy, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran
status or genetic information. Clemson University is building a culturally
diverse faculty and staff committed to working in a multicultural
environment and encourages applications from minorities and women.

Apply Here: http://www.Click2Apply.net/b92dhw7kt7

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7.11. PostDoc: Washington University in St. Louis, USA
Contributed by: ShiNung Ching, shinung at wustl.edu

Postdoctoral Opening: Optimal Control of Neural Activity

Postdoctoral positions are available at Washington University in St. Louis
in the area of control and optimization with applications in brain
dynamics. This position is a part of an NIH BRAIN initiative-funded project
on stimulation protocols for neuron-level control.

Current neurostimulation technologies provide substantial capability to
manipulate the activity in neuronal networks. However, several key
challenges remain, including handling many degrees of freedom with
(usually) only a few stimulating actuators. This project will involve the
development and implementation of optimal control methods for the precise
manipulation of neuronal activity at the level of neurons and networks
thereof. Candidates should have a strong background in the general areas of
systems theory, control engineering, machine learning and/or optimization.
Prior experience in neuroscience is not needed, but a general
interest/curiosity about brain dynamics is a plus!

This project will be jointly supervised by Profs. ShiNung Ching and Jr-Shin
Li in the Department of Electrical and Systems Engineering at Washington
University. Interested applicants should send a CV and brief description of
interests and goals to (shinung at wustl.edu) and (jsli at wustl.edu).
Applications will be evaluated as soon as they are received, until the
positions are filled.

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7.12. PostDoc: University of Illinois, USA
Contributed by: Naira Hovakimyan, nhovakim at illinois.edu

We are seeking an outstanding post-doctoral researcher to join the Advanced
Controls Research Lab at Mechanical Science and Engineering of University
of Illinois. The candidate is expected to be an exceptional team player
with strong background in mathematics and deep interest in applications.
The work will be focused on optimization, robust control and machine
learning. He/she will need to work with interdisciplinary group of
students, publish rigorously and provide support for development of
research program.

To apply for the position, please send an email to nhovakim at illinois.edu,
summarizing your interest and your CV, including at least three references.

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7.13. PostDoc: Grenoble University, France
Contributed by: Christophe Prieur, christophe.prieur at gipsa-lab.fr

Postdoc in signal processing and estimation of the magnetic heading, at
Grenoble University, France.

This work will be conducted in collaboration between an academic lab
(Gipsa) and the SYSNAV company. The candidat should have a PhD in signal
processing (filtering, estimation) or control theory (observers, nonlinear
dynamics).

See
http://www.gipsa-lab.grenoble-inp.fr/~christophe.prieur/Offers/postdoc1.pdf
for more information on this position.

Advisors: Nicolas Le Bihan and Christophe Prieur
Salary: 2025 euros/month after taxes (gross: 2515 euros).
Dates: beginning: Sept. or Oct 2017, for one year. The position may be
closed before if a competent candidate has applied.

How to apply: Applications should be declared before the 1st of June and
include a detailed resume, the CV and a list of (at least) two references
to one of the advisors

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7.14. PostDoc: Inria, France
Contributed by: Andrey POLYAKOV, andrey.polyakov at inria.fr

Postdoc Position in Automatic Control (Inria, Lille, France)

Research Topic:
Control problems for separated turbulent flow are of great interest in the
view of many modern challenges. For example, aerodynamic losses are
believed to be one of the main source of energy wastage for a vehicle at
speeds higher than 50km/h. According to the existing ecological estimates,
the reduction of these losses at 25% will decrease pollutions for more than
$10^7$ tonnes of $CO_2$ per year. Optimization of the vehicles shapes is
one of possible solution for reducing aerodynamic losses (or drag) caused
by the turbulence related mechanisms such as flow separation on the
vehicle. When the incoming flow is unsteady, active control strategies
become important. Postdoc research is devoted to a design of feasible
control algorithms for separated (turbulent) flows.

Applicants must have PhD degree (or equivalent) in Applied Mathematics
(with experience in automatic control) or in Control Engineering (with good
mathematical skills)

How to apply?
Please do send (before 1 May 2017) your CV, list of publications and a
motivation letter to Andrey Polyakov (andrey.polyakov at inria.fr) or
Jean-Pierre Richard (jean-pierre.richard at ec-lille.fr).  We will contact you
no later 15 June 2017 if your application will be accepted.

Duration : 12 months (possibly 18 months)
Starting date of the contract : autumn 2017
Salary: approx. 2 600 euros brut

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7.15. Research Fellow: Delta-NTU Corporate Laboratory, Singapore
Contributed by: Lihua Xie, ELHXIE at ntu.edu.sg

Job Title: Research Fellow
Delta-NTU Corporate Laboratory for Cyber-Physical Systems
School of Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Job Description:
The project is concerned with vehicle navigation and target tracking with
collision avoidance in cluttered environments for automatic guided vehicle
(AGV). Such AGVs rely on a variety of sensors (e.g. LiDAR, UWB, IR and/or
camera) in order to navigate safely in dynamic and cluttered indoor
environments. The main goal is to develop reliable and accurate sensing
systems and algorithms for detection, tracking and classification of both
moving and stationary obstacles in the vicinity of a moving unmanned
vehicle.

Working at Smart Manufacturing track of Delta-NTU Corporate Laboratory for
Cyber-Physical Systems, the research fellow will be part of a large and
world-leading research team in networked control and autonomous systems.
The research work will include sensing system and algorithm development,
perception, system integration, simulations and testing for obstacle
avoidance and navigation in cluttered environments. We aim to develop
efficient and scalable algorithms to consolidate data from multiple
heterogeneous sensors. These algorithms will allow us to detect and track
targets more accurately by making full use of the information available
from onboard sensors and sensors installed in environments.

Requirement:
1.Candidate must have a PhD degree in engineering.
2.Extensive research experiences in related fields: Sensor fusion, Indoor
localization, Advanced control algorithm
3.Strong at signal processing and estimation, algorithms development and
implementation, data modelling and perception.
4.Experiences in Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM).
5.Knowledge of wireless sensing and communication network.
6.Excellent team-work and communication skills, preferably with engineering
project management experience.
7.Excellent problem formulation and problem solving skills.
8.Strong organizational skills to juggle multiple tasks within the
constraints of timelines and budgets with business acumen.

Relevant experiences or skills in one or more of the following areas will
be a plus:
1.Excellent programming skills in C/C++ and MATLAB.
2.Experiences in multi-sensor systems (e.g., electromechanical systems,
actuators, sensors, control theory, autonomous systems, state machines)
development.
3.Has patent or product development experience

Application Procedure:
Interested candidates please send your CV/resume to: Prof. Xie Lihua
through E-mail: ELHXIE at ntu.edu.sg

Electronic submission of application is highly encouraged.
Only short-listed candidates will be notified for interview.
Application closes when the positions are filled.

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7.16. Research Fellow: University of Melbourne, Australia
Contributed by: Michael Cantoni, cantoni at unimelb.edu.au

Research Fellow Positions: University of Melbourne, Australia.

Two post-doctoral positions are available to work on systems and control
theory research that is relevant to the automation of large-scale
gravity-powered water distribution networks. The ideal candidate has a PhD
in engineering or applied mathematics, and expertise in one or more of the
following topics:
(i) Modelling, identification and feedback control of distributed-parameter
systems;
(ii) Robust control with decentralized information;
(iii) Fault monitoring and performance analysis for large-scale systems;
(iv) Robust / stochastic MPC for constrained control in the presence of
uncertainty;
(v) Structured and distributed computation for optimization; and/or
(vi) Hierarchical control and scheduling for dynamical systems.

Both positions are with the Department of Electrical and Electronic
Engineering, for up to 24 months.

The closing date for applications is 10 March 2017.

For more details, including how to apply, search jobs.unimelb.edu.au for
"systems and control" or "0042604".
http://jobs.unimelb.edu.au/caw/en/job/889885/research-fellow-in-systems-and-control-2-positions-available

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7.17. Visiting Professor: LCCC Linnaeus Center, Sweden
Contributed by: Anders Rantzer, rantzer at control.lth.se

Visiting professor

The LCCC Linnaeus center - Lund Center for Control of Complex engineering
systems - is announcing sabbatical support for visiting professors during
2017-18. The support covers accommodation and office space, plus a partial
salary contribution. Please contact LCCC director Anders Rantzer <
rantzer at control.lth.se> for further details.

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7.18. Faculty: University of Rhode Island, USA
Contributed by: Haibo He, he at ele.uri.edu

Faculty Position Announcement - Robotics

Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering
Department of Electrical, Computer, and Biomedical Engineering
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI, USA

Applications are invited for a tenure-track position in Electrical
Engineering at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning in Fall 2017. We
are particularly interested in candidates working in one or more areas of
robotics including, but not limited to, industrial robots, mobile robots,
or autonomous vehicles and drones, and who have some background in control
theory. A doctorate in Electrical Engineering or closely related field is
required at the time of appointment. The successful candidate will be
expected to teach and develop undergraduate and graduate courses and
establish a high-quality, externally-funded, research program.

The Department of Electrical, Computer and Biomedical Engineering offers
programs leading to the BS, MS, and PhD degrees. The interdisciplinary
nature of our Department will provide the new faculty member with
opportunities to interact with a broad range of colleagues. A brand-new
195,000 square foot engineering building has recently been approved
(construction to start in 2016) will provide an excellent environment for
interdisciplinary research collaborations.

The University of Rhode Island is a comprehensive doctoral research, Land
Grant, Sea Grant and Urban Grant University. URI College of Engineering
offers innovative undergraduate and graduate programs, stresses links
between diverse fields of inquiry, and values outreach, scholarship, and
laboratory-based learning. The University of Rhode Island is a medium-sized
public university located near the southeastern end of the state and
picturesque New England. The main campus is located in Kingston, an
established, family-friendly, small community only five miles from the
Narragansett Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. Rhode Island’s proximity to the
ocean moderates its weather compared to other New England States. The
region offers excellent outdoor recreational activities, good public school
systems, and ready access by car or public transportation to Providence,
Boston, New Haven, and New York City metropolitan areas and airports.

Required Qualifications
1. An earned doctorate in electrical engineering or closely related field
at the time of appointment.
2. Demonstrated record of scholarly activity in one or more areas of
robotics, including, but not limited to, industrial robots, mobile robots,
or autonomous vehicles and drones.
3. Demonstrated background in control systems.
4. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups.
5. Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills.
6. Demonstrated proficiency in oral communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications
1. Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in
robotics
2. Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in
control theory.
3. Demonstrated ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams.
4. Demonstrated ability to develop an externally funded research program.

First consideration will be given to applications received by January 15,
2017. Second consideration may be given to applications received by
February 15, 2017. The anticipated start date is August 2017, and salary is
commensurate with qualifications and experience. Applicants should submit
the following: (1) a cover letter; (2) a complete curriculum vitae
including the full contact information for at least three professional
references; (3) a narrative, limited to two pages, describing your research
and how it relates to the required qualifications; (4) a narrative, limited
to one page, describing your teaching background, philosophy, and
preferences, including existing courses in our department and new courses
you might develop. Submit applications on-line at
https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/1921. Additional information is available at
the URI Department of Electrical, Computer and Biomedical Engineering web
site, www.ele.uri.edu. Questions about the position can be forwarded to the
Chair of the Search Committee, Dr. Richard Vaccaro, vaccaro at ele.uri.edu.

We hope to attract applicants who can teach in a diverse University
community and have demonstrated ability in helping students from diverse
backgrounds succeed. We are committed to building a multicultural work
force and strongly encourage women, racial/ethnic/gender minorities,
persons with disabilities, and covered veterans to apply. The University of
Rhode Island is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

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7.19. Faculty: Washington University in St. Louis, USA
Contributed by: Hiro Mukai, facsearch at ese.wustl.edu

Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty
Washington University in St. Louis
Electrical and Systems Engineering

The Preston M. Green Department of Electrical & Systems Engineering at
Washington University in St. Louis invites applications for faculty
positions at all levels, for fall 2017. The Electrical & Systems
Engineering department enjoys a new building, Preston M. Green Hall, with
state-of-the-art facilities. Candidates should be exceptionally strong,
possess novel and creative visions of research, and commit gladly to
teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. They should have an
earned doctorate in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Applied
Physics, Systems Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Operations Research
or related fields.

Technical areas of interest include, but are not limited to, applied
physics, integrated circuits, nano devices, device packaging, imaging,
signal processing, cyber-physical systems, control systems, operations
research, optimization, applied mathematics, and applied statistics.
Applications include biomedicine, robotics, financial engineering, and
modeling of physical and complex systems. Successful candidates are
expected to conduct high-quality research and teaching, publish in
peer-reviewed journals, and participate in department and university
service.

Applications will be accepted immediately, and interviews will begin after
January 1, 2017. The details of the application process and necessary
documents are found at the following site:
http://ese.wustl.edu/aboutthedepartment/Pages/faculty-openings.aspx

Washington University in St. Louis is a medium-size private university,
which is 19th in the national university ranking and 14th in the
undergraduate teaching ranking, both according to the U.S. News & World
Report.

Washington University in St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative
Action employer, and invites applications from all qualified candidates.
Employment eligibility verification required upon employment.

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7.20. Faculty: Universite Grenoble Alpes, France
Contributed by: Christophe Prieur, christophe.prieur at gipsa-lab.fr

Associate Professor (maitre de conferences) position at Universite Grenoble
Alpes, France, in Automatic Control department. For more information,
please visit

https://t.co/Nm1bJFuSPh

Do not hesitate to contact the research and training contacts indicated in
the previous link.
Apply on GALAXIE:
https://www.galaxie.enseignementsup-recherche.gouv.fr/ensup/cand_recrutement.htm
before the 30th of March.

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7.21. Research Engineer/Scientist: AreteX Systems, USA
Contributed by: Behnood Gholami, bgholami at aretexeng.com

Research Engineer/Scientist: Signal Processing and Machine Learning

AreteX Systems, a medical technology startup company accelerating the use
of information technology in healthcare, has an immediate opening for a
Research Engineer/Scientist in its office located in the New York City
area. The position involves developing signal processing and machine
learning algorithms for innovative biomedical technologies. We are looking
for a self-motivated, highly talented individual with an excellent
background in control systems, signal processing, and machine learning. The
successful candidate will work closely with a team of physicians, nurses,
engineers, and scientists in designing new clinical decision support
systems. Candidates with experience in the analysis of data generated by
medical devices such as mechanical ventilators and hemodynamic monitors
data will be given a higher priority.

Minimum Requirements:

- MS or PhD in electrical engineering, computer science, mechanical
engineering, biomedical engineering, aerospace engineering, physics,
applied mathematics, or a similar discipline.
- Experience in algorithm development for signal processing and machine
learning applications.
- Solid understanding of machine learning techniques.
- Familiarity with signal processing concepts.
- Experience in Python.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Prior work in analyzing data from mechanical ventilators, hemodynamic
monitors, and biosignals (EEG, EMG, ECG, accelerometer, ...).
- Prior work in robotics and/or mechatronic systems.
- Solid understanding of dynamical systems and control concepts.

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