A Linear Systems Primer by Panos J. Antsaklis

Based on a streamlined presentation of the authors' successful work Linear Systems, this textbook provides an introduction to systems theory with an emphasis on control. Fundamental results and topics essential to linear systems theory are emphasized. Key features and topics: * Notes, references, exercises, and a summary and highlights section at the end of each chapter. * Comprehensive index and answers to selected exercises at the end of the book. * Three core chapters guiding the reader to an excellent understanding of the dynamical behavior of systems. * Detailed coverage of internal and external system descriptions, including state variable, impulse response and transfer function, polynomial matrix, and fractional representations. * Explanation of stability, controllability, observability, and realizations with an emphasis on fundamental results. * Detailed discussion of state-feedback, state-estimation, and eigenvalue assignment. Read more