Abstract
We present novel algorithms to control underactuated mechanical systems. For a class of invariant systems on Lie groups, we design iterative small-amplitude control forces to accelerate along, decelerate along, and stabilize relative equilibria. The technical approach is based upon a perturbation analysis and the design of inversion primitives and composition methods. We illustrate the algorithms on an underactuated planar rigid body and on a satellite with two thrusters.
Original language | English |
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Journal | IEEE Transactions on Automatic Control |
Volume | 53 |
Issue number | 11 |
Pages (from-to) | 2651-2658 |
ISSN | 0018-9286 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Dec 2008 |
Keywords
- Mechanical systems
- underactuated systems
- relative equilibria
- nonlinear control