ME334

Modeling and analysis of dynamical systems. This class will cover reference frames and coordinate systems, kinematics and constraints, mass distribution, virtual work, D'Alembert's principle, Lagrange and Hamiltonian equations of motion. We will then consider select topics in controls including: dynamical system stability, feedback linearization, system observability and controllability, and system identification methods. Students will learn and apply these concepts through homework and projects that involve the simulation of dynamical systems. Prerequisites: ENGR15 or equivalent, Recommended: Linear Algebra (EE 263, Math 113, CME 302 or equivalent), Partial Differential Equations (Math 131P or equivalent).