Newsletter
October 2006
1. Personals
2. General Announcements
3. Awards Honors
3.1 2007 AACC Award Nominations due NOVERMBER 1 2006
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2007 AACC Award Nominations due NOVERMBER 1, 2006
Contributed by: Pradeep Misra, pradeep.misra@wright.edu
Submission site: http://awards.paperplaza.net
Further information & nominations forms; http://www.a2c2.org/awards
Nominations for the five AACC (American Automatic Control Council) awards
to be presented in 2007 are now being solicited. The awards consist of a
certificate and an honorarium, and they will be presented at the Awards
Luncheon during the 2007 ACC to be held in New York, NY.
Nomination packages should be prepared in accordance with the AACC Award
Nomination Form and include the following:
Biographical information, a statement identifying and evaluating the
accomplishments on which the nomination is based (not to exceed two double
spaced pages), a minimum of three and a maximum of five reference letters, a
current list of publications and patents, and any additional supporting
material that could have bearing on the award. Please submit the nomination
electronically (see instructions on www.a2c2.org/awards/) by Nov. 1, 2006.
****Nomination Forms**** may be downloaded from http://www.a2c2.org/awards/
The scope of various awards is given below:
Richard E. Bellman Control Heritage Award. For distinguished career
contributions to the theory or applications of automatic control. The nominee
is to have spent a significant part of his or her career in the United
States. Posthumous nominations are not allowed.
Donald P. Eckman Award. For outstanding accomplishments by a young engineer
in the field of automatic control. Nominees must be younger than 35 years on
January 1 of the year of award. The award is based on contributions made
while the nominee was a resident of the United States.
John R. Ragazzini Award. For outstanding contributions to automatic control
education in any form. The awardee normally is a teacher, but there is no
formal requirement that nominees be members of a university faculty.
Control Engineering Practice Award. For significant contributions to the
advancement of control practice including the application and implementation
of innovative control concepts, methodology, and technology, for the
planning, design, manufacture, and operation of control systems.
O. Hugo Schuck Best Paper Award. For the best two papers presented at the
previous American Control Conference. The papers must have been presented by
the author or a co-author at the conference. Selection criteria include
quality of the written and oral presentation, technical contribution,
timeliness, and practicality, with one award emphasizing contributions to
theory and the other emphasizing significant or innovative applications.
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4. Books
4.1 Introduction to Advanced Scientific Softwares and Toolboxes
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Introduction to Advanced Scientific Softwares and Toolboxes
Contributed by: R. Rajesh, kollamrajeshr@ieee.org
We invite contributions in the form of tutorials for the book titled
"Introduction to Advanced Scientific Softwares and Toolboxes"
to be published by International Association of Engineers.
Topics of interest (not limited to)
1. Tutorials of software’s/ toolboxes clearly explaining the use,
applications and advantages with sufficient examples.
2. Developments of innovative software’s/toolboxes. In this case, the authors
have to explain how it can be used to solve problems.
3. Papers considering original research and successful new applications to
real-world problems using the toolboxes/scientific software’s are also
welcome, but the authors would have to make a detailed description of how
they are making usa of the toolboxes /software’s.
Toolboxes of interest include, but are not limited to Genetic Algorithm,
Neural Network, Control Systems, Bioinformatics, Fuzzy Logic, Speech
Synthesis and Recognition, Virtual reality, Image Processing, and Simulink.
Scientific Softwares of interest include, but are not limited to Matlab, IDL,
and Mathematica
Important Dates
Submission of paper due: 30th November 2006
Notification of acceptance: 30th December 2006
Camera Ready Copy due: 30th January 2007
SUBMISSION
Authors should submit their tutorials electronically, in PDF/PS format to
kollamrajeshr@ieee.org with the subject indicating "Submission to book".
All submitted tutorials must be prepared in the standard format (template and
style files for LaTeX can be obtained by sending an email to
kollamrajeshr@ieee.org). It should not exceed 15 pages including figures,
references and appendices.
Submitted tutorials must be original and not submitted for concurrent
consideration elsewhere. All subiitted tutorials will be subject to the
standard refereeing process and evaluated on originality, relevance,
significance, and readability. There are no page charges for tutorials/papers
that appear in the book. Please contact the editor for any clarification.
It will be highly appreciated if you circulate this call for book chapters to
your colleagues.
Dr. R. Rajesh
Dept. of Computer Science & Engineering
Bharathiar University
Coimbatore - 641046
India
kollamrajeshr@ieee.org
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4.2 On-line version of Mathematical Control Theory
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On-line version of Mathematical Control Theory
Contributed by: Eduardo Sontag, sontag@math.rutgers.edu
The website http://www.math.rutgers.edu/~sontag/mct.html now links to an
on-line (pdf) copy, freely accessible, of:
Eduardo D. Sontag
Mathematical Control Theory: Deterministic Finite Dimensional Systems.
Second Edition, Springer, New York, 1998. (531+xvi pages, ISBN 0-387-984895)
Series: Textbooks in Applied Mathematics, Number 6
The current version is a plain pdf file. A hyperlinked version is in
preparation.
(Please note that the book is still copyrighted by Springer-Verlag. Springer
has kindly allowed a copy to be placed on the web, as a reference and for ease
of web searches.)
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4.3 Student Solutions Manual for Design of Nonlinear Control Systems
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Student Solutions Manual for Design of Nonlinear Control Systems
Contributed by: Valery D. Yurkevich, yurkev@ieee.org
A student solutions manual along with a set of Matlab-Simulink files for the
book ``Design of nonlinear control systems with the highest derivative in
feedback'' (World Scientific, 2004, 352 p., ISBN: 981-238-899-0) can be
downloaded from http://ac.cs.nstu.ru/~yurkev/books.html
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5. Journals
5.1 Advanced Control Systems in Automotive Applications
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Advanced Control Systems in Automotive Applications
Contributed by: Yuri Vershinin, y.vershinin@coventry.ac.uk
Call for Papers
Special Issue on: "Advanced Control Systems in Automotive Applications" of
International Journal of Modelling, Identification and Control (IJMIC).
Recent advances in control theory, microelectronics, navigation and
telecommunication systems have created new opportunities to improve the
performance of automobiles in terms of fuel economy, emissions reduction,
driver comfort, traffic management and safety.
Radar-based Adaptive Cruise Control systems allow one to increase the safety
of driving and improve ride comfort. GPS navigation systems provide accurate
continuously updated information about the vehicle position and velocity. The
information from telemetry and navigation systems can be used for vehicle
tracking, road congestion analysis and optimal traffic control. The
implementation on a vehicle of an active suspension system with preview
action allows a driver to achieve higher speed on rough terrain. Optimal air-
fuel ratio control for both diesel and spark ignition engines results in
emissions reduction and improvements in fuel economy.
The subject area includes, but is not limited to:
- Linear and non-linear control systems in automotive applications;
- Adaptive, optimal and hybrid control;
- Wheel slip control and ABS;
- Semi-active and active suspension systems;
- Torque control strategies for spark ignition and diesel engines;
- Engine management systems for minimization of fuel consumption and
emissions reduction;
- Air-fuel ratio control for stoichiometric operation with a three way
catalytic converter;
- Application of fuzzy-logic, neural networks and artificial intelligence
algorithms;
- Information management via a Controller Area Network (CAN);
- Design and simulation of powertrain models;
- Intelligent Transportation Systems;
- Automotive telemetry and telematics;
- Sensor/data fusion systems design;
- Sliding mode control systems;
- Engine model identification and parameters estimation;
- Automotive fault tolerance systems design.
Notes for Intending Authors:
Submitted papers should not have been previously published nor be currently
under consideration for publication elsewhere.
All papers are refereed through a peer review process. A guide for authors,
sample copies and other relevant information for submitting papers are
available on the Papers Submission section under Author Guidelines
http://www.inderscience.com/mapper.php?id=30
Editors and Notes:
Please send one copy in the form of an MS Word file attached to an e-mail
(details in Author Guidelines) to the following:
Email: y.vershinin@coventry.ac.uk
Please include in your submission the title of the Special Issue, the title
of the Journal and the name of the Guest Editor.
Guest Editors: Giorgio Rizzoni and Vadim Utkin (The Ohio State University,
USA), and Yuri Vershinin (Coventry University, UK).
Important Dates:
Closing date: 6 November 2006
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5.2 Call For Papers: ELEKTRIK Special Issue on Swarm Robotics
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Call For Papers: ELEKTRIK Special Issue on Swarm Robotics
Contributed by: Veysel Gazi, vgazi@etu.edu.tr
The submission deadline for ELEKTRIK (The Turkish Journal of Electrical
Engineering and Computer Sciences) Special Issue on "Swarm Robotics" of 31
October 2006 is approaching.
Sponsored by the Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey
(TUBITAK) and the Chamber of Electrical Engineers (EMO), ELEKTRIK is an
international journal on all aspects of electrical engineering and computer
sciences. This special issue, scheduled to be published in July 2007, will
contain both invited and contributed papers.
Submission of papers
Prospective authors may submit their manuscripts to the guest editor and/or
the Editor-in-Chief given below with a statement that the submission is
intended for this special issue. Only word/latex documents or PDF files via
email submission will be accepted (please follow the regular guidelines of
ELEKTRIK).
Topics
Possible topics for the issue include but are not limited to
* Modeling and analysis (Lyapunov, graph theoretic, game theoretic methods,
etc.)
* Coordination and control (decentralized, cooperative, noncooperative, etc.)
* Formation control (stabilization, reconfiguration, coverage algorithms,
etc)
* Self-organization, self-assembling
* Synchronization, consensus seeking, rendezvous
* Evolutionary algorithms
* Emergent behavior (gathering, aggregation, flocking, schooling, etc.)
* Swarm communication, service discovery, ad-hoc networks
* Swarm intelligence
* Applications
Guest Editor
Dr. Veysel Gazi
TOBB University of Economics and Technology
Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Sogutozu Caddesi, No: 43, Sogutozu 06560 Ankara, TURKEY
Tel: +90 (312) 292-4079, Fax: +90 (312) 292-4091
Email: vgazi@etu.edu.tr
Important Dates
Final date for submission of manuscripts: 31 October 2006
Notification of acceptance/rejection: 31 January 2006
For further information, in addition to the guest editor, please contact
Prof. Dr. Kemal Leblebicioðlu, (kleb@metu.edu.tr) Editor-in-Chief
Middle East Technical University
Electrical - Electronic Engineering Dept.
06531, Ankara - Turkey, Fax: +90 (312) 210-1261,
http://journals.tubitak.gov.tr/elektrik/
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5.3 Contents: Asian Journal of Control
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Contents: Asian Journal of Control
Contributed by: Li-Chen Fu, lichen@ntu.edu.tw
Asian Journal of Control
Vol. 8, No. 3 September, 2006
CONTENTS
Special issue for ¡§New Trend in Automotive Powertrain Systems¡¨
Regular:
1. Paper Title: An Integrated Software Environment for Powertrain
Feasibility Assessment Using Optimization and Optimal Control
Authors: Ilya Kolmanovsky, Jing Sun, and N. Sivashankar
2. Paper Title: Modeling and Solving Engine Intake Manifold with Turbo
Charger for Predictive Control
Authors: Long Xie, Harutoshi Ogai, Yasuaki Inoue, and Akira Ohata
3. Paper Title: Development of CVT Control System and Its Use for Fuel-
Efficient Operation of Engine
Authors: Kazuataka Adachi, Yoshimasa Ochi, and Kimio Kanai
4. Paper Title: Reduced Order Robust Gain Scheduling Control of Diesel APU
for Series Hybrid Vehicles
Authors: He Bin, Ouyang Minggao, and Li Jiangqiu
Brief:
1. Paper Title: Automotive Powertrain Control: A Survey
Authors: Jeffrey A. Cook, Jing Sun, Julia H. Buckland, Ilya V.
Kolmanovsky, Huei Peng, and Jessy W. Grizzle
2. Paper Title: Design of Anti-Slip Controller for Electric Vehicle with
Adhesion Status Analyzer Based on EV Simulator
Authors: Lianbing Li
3. Paper Title: On-Line Detection of State-of-Charge in Lead Acid Battery
using Radial Basis Function Neural Network
Authors: Yoshifumi Morita, Sou Yamamoto,Sun Hee Lee, and Naoki Mizuno
4. Paper Title: Optimal Control of Parallel Hybrid Electric Vehicles Based
on Theory of Switched System
Authors: Licun Fang and Shiyin Qin
Special issue for ¡§Control Biology-Emerging Field of Life Science that
Connects Biology and Control¡¨
Regular:
1. Paper Title: On Robust Stability and Sensitivity of Circadian Rhythms
Authors: Kazuto Ogawa, Nao Takekawa, Kenko Uchida, and Shigenobu
Shibata
2. Paper Title: Optimal Switching in Structured Treatment Interruption for
HIV Therapy
Authors: Won Hee Kim, Han Byul Chung, and Chung Choo Chung
3. Paper Title: Dynamic Studies on Human Body Sway by Using a Simple Model
with Special Concerns on the Pelvic and Muscle Roles
Authors: Yifa Jiang, Sachio Nagasaki, Matsura You, and Jilin Zhou
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5.4 Contents: Automatica November 2006
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Contents: Automatica, November, 2006
Contributed by: Becky Lonberger, rebeccal@uiuc.edu
Contents: Automatica, November, 2006
Volume 42, Issue 11
To consult the cumulative table of contents 1965-present, to view the list
of recently accepted papers or to submit a paper visit
http://www.autsubmit.com
Editorials
Berç Rüstem and Tamer Basar
CALL FOR PAPERS for an Automatica Special Issue on Stochastic Modeling,
Control, and Robust Optimization at the Crossroads of Engineering,
Environmental Economics, and Finance
Regular papers
X. Fan, T. Alpcan, M. Arcak, T. J. Wen, and T. Basar
A passivity approach to game-theoretic CDMA power control
Sergio Galeani and Andrew R. Teel
On a performance-robustness trade-off intrinsic to the natural anti-windup
problem
Brief papers
Said Oucheriah
Robust exponential convergence of a class of linear delayed systems with
bounded controllers and disturbances
Kenneth Hsu, Carlo Novara, Tyrone Vincent, Mario Milanese, and Kameshwar
Poolla
Parametric and nonparametric curve fitting
Robert Orsi, Uwe Helmke, and John B. Moore
A Newton-like method for solving rank constrained linear matrix
inequalities
Thierry Floquet and Jean-Pierre Barbot
State and unknown input estimation for linear discrete-time systems
Weihai Zhang, Huanshui Zhang, and Bor-Sen Chen
Stochastic $H2/H_infnty$ control with (x,u,v)-dependent noise: finite
horizon case
A. Chaillet and A. Loria
Necessary and sufficient conditions for uniform semiglobal practical
asymptotic stability: application to cascaded systems
Imad M. Jaimoukha, Zhenhai Li, and Vasilios Papakos
A matrix factorization solution to the H_minus/H_infinity fault detection
problem
Bartek Roszak and Mireille E. Broucke
Necessary and sufficient conditions for reachability on a simplex
Zhisheng Duan, Jingxin Zhang, Cishen Zhang, and Edorado Mosca
Robust $H_2$ and $H_\infty$ filtering for uncertain linear systems
B. M. Quine
A derivative-free implementation of the extended Kalman filter
Amir G. Aghdam, Edward J. Davison, and Rafael
Becerril-Arreola
Structural modification of systems using discretization and generalized
sampled-data hold functions
Naim Bajcinca
Design of robust PID controllers using decoupling at singular frequencies
J.Zeng and R. A. de Callafon
Control relevant estimation of plant and disturbance dynamics
Arvin Dehghani, Alexander Lanzon, and Brian D. O. Anderson
$H_infnty$ design to generalize internal model control
Mark Cannon, Marko Bacic, and Basil Kouvaritakis
Dynamic non-minimum phase compensation for SISO nonlinear, affine in the
input systems
Andrea Serrani
Rejection of harmonic disturbances at the controller input via hybrid
adaptive external models
Eduardo D. Sontag and Madalena Chaves
Exact computation of amplification for a class of nonlinear systems
arising from cellular signaling pathways
Jorge Cortés
Finite-time convergent gradient flows with applications to network
consensus
Zhan Shu, James Lam, and Shengyuan Xu
Robust stabilization of Markovian delay systems with delay-dependent
exponential estimates
Yoram Halevi
On the class of reduced order models obtainable by projection
Masayuki Sato
Filter design for LPV systems using quadratically parameter-dependent
Lyapunov functions
Technical communiques
Lisheng Hu, Peng Shi, and Paul M. Frank
Robust sampled-data control for Markovian jump linear systems
Svante Gunnarsson and Mikael Norrlöf
On the disturbance properties of high order
iterative learning control algorithms
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5.5 Contents: Automatica September 2006
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Contents: Automatica, September 2006
Contributed by: Becky Lonberger, rebeccal@uiuc.edu
Contents: Automatica, October, 2006
Volume 42, Issue 10
To consult the cumulative table of contents 1965-present, to view the list
of recently accepted papers or to submit a paper visit
http://www.autsubmit.com
Regular papers
Alessandro de Rinaldis, Romeo Ortega, and Mark Spong
A compensator for attenuation of wave reflections in long cable
actuator--plant interconnections with guaranteed stability
Marcello Montanari, Sergei Peresada, Andrea Tilli, and Alberto Tonielli
A speed-sensorless indirect field-oriented control for induction motors
based on high gain speed estimation
X. Bombois, G. Scorletti, M. Gevers, P.M.J. Van
den Hof, and R. Hildebrand
Least costly identification experiment for control
Frederic Mazenc, Michael Malisoff, and Marcio de Queiroz
Further results on strict Lyapunov functions for rapidly time-varying
nonlinear systems
Dragan B. Daèiæ and Petar V. Kokotoviæ
Path-following for linear systems with unstable zero dynamics
Yasushi Iwatani and Shinji Hara
Stability tests and stabilization for piecewise linear systems based on
poles and zeros of
subsystems
Brief papers
Delin Chu and Paul Van Dooren
A novel numerical method for the exact model matching problem with
stability
Michael Margaliot and Christos Yfoulis
Absolute stability of third-order systems: a numerical algorithm
K. D. Do and J. Pan
Global robust adaptive path following of underactuated ships
Kapil G. Gadkar, Radhakrishnan Mahadevan, and
Francis J. Doyle III
Optimal genetic manipulations in batch bioreactor control
Umut Orguner and Mübeccel Demirekler
An online sequential algorithm for the estimation of transition
probabilities for jump Markov linear systems
J.M. Bravo, T. Alamo, and E.F. Camacho
Robust MPC of constrained discrete-time nonlinear systems based on
approximated reachable sets
Huijun Wu and Jitao Sun
p-Moment stability of stochastic differential equations with impulsive
jump and Markovian switching
Su-Hau Hsu and Li-Chen Fu
A fully adaptive decentralized control of robot manipulators
Xi-ming Sun, Jun Zhao, and David J. Hill
Stability and $L_2$-gain analysis for switched delay systems: a
delay-dependent method
V. Cerone and D. Regruto
Parameter bounds evaluation of Wiener models with noninvertible polynomial
nonlinearities
H. Lei and Wei Lin
Universal adaptive control of nonlinear systems with unknown growth rate
by output feedback
Hiroshi Shinozaki and Takehiro Mori
Robust stability analysis of linear time-delay systems by Lambert $W$
function: some extreme point results
D. Nesic and A.R. Teel
Stabilization of sampled-data nonlinear systems via backstepping on their
Euler approximate model
Technical communiques
Yuanxin Wu, Dewen Hu, Meiping Wu, Xiaoping Hu, and Tao Wu
Observability analysis of rotation estimation by fusing inertial and
line-based visual anformation: a revisit
Claudio De Persis
Nonlinear Stabilizability via encoded feedback: the case of integral ISS
systems
Richard J. La and Priya Ranjan
Stability of a rate control system with averaged feedback and network
delay
Xinggang Yan, Sarah K. Spurgeon, and Christopher Edwards
Decentralised sliding mode control for nonminimum phase interconnected
systems based on a reduced-order compensator
Book reviews
Mario di Bernardo
Analysis and Control of Nonlinear Process Systems, by K.M. Hangos, J.
Bokor and G. Szederkényi
Errata
Paulo Tabuada and George J. Pappas
Erratum for paper: "Hierarchical trajectory refinement for a class of
nonlinear systems"
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5.6 Contents: Circuits Systems and Signal Processing
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Contents: Circuits, Systems, and Signal Processing
Contributed by: Regina Gorenshteyn, Birkhauser Boston, reginag@birkhauser.com
Circuits, Systems, and Signal Processing
Volume 25, Issue 5
Table of Contents:
* Stability and Performance of Single-Bit Sigma-Delta Modulators Operated in
Quasi-Sliding Mode \ Shiang-Hwua Yu and Jwu-Sheng Hu
* Multiobjective Filtering for Nonlinear Time-Delay Systems with Nonzero
Initial Conditions Based on Convex Optimization \ Lei Guo, Fuwen Yang, and
Jian-Cheng Fang
* A Transformation Method from Voltage-Mode OP-Amp-RC Circuits to Current-
Mode Gm-C Circuits \ Rania F. Ahmed, Inas A. Awad, and Ahmed M. Soliman
* Robust H-infinity Filtering of Delayed Singular Systems with Linear
Fractional Parametric Uncertainties \ Baoyong Zhang, Shaosheng Zhou, and
Dongsheng Du
* Design of Digital FIR Filters Using Differential Evolution Algorithm \
Nurhan Karaboga and Bahadir Cetinkaya
* Shifted Switching Plane Design for Third-Order Systems with Elastic and
Conventional Input Constraints \ Andrzej Bartoszewicz and Aleksandra Nowacka
For ordering information as well as electronic back issues, please visit:
http://www.springer.com/journal/34
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5.7 Contents: Control Engineering Practice
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Contents: Control Engineering Practice
Contributed by: Fernando Camisani, cep@up.ac.za
Journal: Control Engineering Practice
Volume : 14
Issue : 11
Date : Nov-2006
Table of Contents:
M. Yong, P. Yongzhen and U. Jeppsson, Dynamic evaluation of integrated control
strategies for enhanced nitrogen removal in activated sludge processes, Pages
1269-1278.
P. Antonini, G. Ippoliti and S. Longhi, Learning control of mobile robots
using a multiprocessor system, Pages 1279-1295.
Mariagrazia Dotoli, Maria Pia Fanti and Carlo Meloni, A signal timing plan
formulation for urban traffic control, Pages 1297-1311.
L. Baghli, I. Al-Rouh and A. Rezzoug, Signal analysis and identification for
induction motor sensorless control, Pages 1313-1324.
Bin-Hong Shen and Mi-Ching Tsai, Robust dynamic stiffness design of linear
servomotor drives, Pages 1325-1336.
N. Eva Wu, Sudha Thavamani, Youmin Zhang and Mogens Blanke, Sensor fault
masking of a ship propulsion system, Pages 1337-1345.
Peter J. Gawthrop and Liuping Wang, Intermittent predictive control of an
inverted pendulum, Pages 1347-1356.
Yale Zhang and Michael S. Dudzic, Industrial application of multivariate SPC
to continuous caster start-up operations for breakout prevention, Pages
1357-1375.
Haomin Lin and John E. McInroy, Disturbance attenuation in precise hexapod
pointing using positive force feedback, Pages 1377-1386.
G. De Tommasi, F. Piccolo, A. Pironti and F. Sartori, A flexible software for
real-time control in nuclear fusion experiments, Pages 1387-1393.
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5.8 Contents: IEEE Transactions on Automatic Control
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Contents: IEEE Transactions on Automatic Control
Contributed by: C. Stewart, trac@bu.edu
IEEE Transactions on Automatic Control
Volume: 51 Issue: 8 Date: Aug. 2006
Impulse Control: Boolean Programming and Numerical Algorithms
Page(s): 1229- 1229
Impulse control: Boolean programming and numerical algorithms
Kyung, K.H.
Page(s): 1230- 1248
Relaxing dynamic programming
Lincoln, B.; Rantzer, A.
Page(s): 1249- 1260
Towards a multiresolution approach to linear control
Girard, A.
Page(s): 1261- 1270
Stability of linear systems with interval time delays excluding zero
Knospe, C.R.; Roozbehani, M.
Page(s): 1271- 1288
Robust rendezvous for mobile autonomous agents via proximity graphs in
arbitrary dimensions
Cortes, J.; Martinez, S.; Bullo, F.
Page(s): 1289- 1298
Asymptotic variance of closed-loop subspace identification methods
Chiuso, A.
Page(s): 1299- 1314
Information flow and its relation to stability of the motion of vehicles in a
rigid formation
Yadlapalli, S.K.; Darbha, S.; Rajagopal, K.R.
Page(s): 1315- 1319
On performance limitation in tracking a sinusoid
Weizhou Su; Li Qiu; Jie Chen
Page(s): 1320- 1325
Analysis of a second-order sliding-mode algorithm in presence of input delays
Levaggi, L.; Punta, E.
Page(s): 1325- 1332
Optimality of first-order ILC among higher order ILC
Saab, S.S.
Page(s): 1332- 1336
State estimation in stochastic hybrid Systems with sparse observations
Cinquemani, E.; Micheli, M.
Page(s): 1337- 1342
H/sub /spl infin// design with first-order controllers
Tantaris, R.N.; Keel, L.H.; Bhattacharyya, S.P.
Page(s): 1343- 1347
On H/sub 2/ control of systems with multiple I/O delays
Moelja, A.A.; Meinsma, G.; Kuipers, J.
Page(s): 1347- 1354
Robust Kalman filter for descriptor systems
Ishihara, J.Y.; Terra, M.H.; Campos, J.C.T.
Page(s): 1354
Stabilization of a chain of integrators with an unknown delay in the input by
adaptive output feedback
Ho-Lim Choi; Jong-Tae Lim
Page(s): 1359- 1363
Stability analysis and stabilization of systems presenting nested saturations
Tarbouriech, S.; Prieur, C.; da Silva, J.M.G., Jr.
Page(s): 1364- 1371
A numerical analysis of the Nash strategy for weakly coupled large-scale systems
Mukaidani, H.
Page(s): 1371- 1377
On overshoot and nonminimum phase zeros
Stewart, J.; Davison, D.E.
Page(s): 1378- 1382
Stochastic stability of Ito differential equations with semi-Markovian jump
parameters
Zhenting Hou; Jiaowan Luo; Peng Shi; Sing Kiong Nguang
Page(s): 1383- 1387
On the observability of linear differential-algebraic systems with delays
Marchenko, V.M.; Poddubnaya, O.N.; Zaczkiewicz, Z.
Page(s): 1387- 1392
Stability of TCP/RED systems in AQM routers
Liansheng Tan; Wei Zhang; Gang Peng; Guanrong Chen
Page(s): 1393- 1398
Robust explicit MPC based on approximate multiparametric convex programming
de la Pena, D.M.; Bemporad, A.; Filippi, C.
Page(s): 1399- 1403
Comments on "On the global stability of Delayed neural Networks"
Chuandong Li; Xiaofeng Liao
Page(s): 1403- 1404
Correction to "Quadratic stability and stabilization of dynamic interval Systems"
Wei-Jie Mao; Jian Chu
Page(s): 1404- 1405
Biomimicry for Optimization, Control and Automation
Page(s): 1406- 1406
Special issue on systems biology
Page(s): 1407- 1407
Quality without compromise
Page(s): 1408- 1408
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5.9 Contents: IEE Proceedings Control Theory and Applications
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Contents: IEE Proceedings Control Theory and Applications
Contributed by: Lee Baldwin, lbaldwin@theiet.org
Journal: CTA: IEE Proceedings Control Theory & Applications
Volume: 153 Year: 2006 Issue: 6 (November)
Development and experimental evaluation of a fixed-gain nonlinear control for
a low-cost pneumatic actuator
M. Karpenko and N. Sepehri
Robust stabilisation and passivity of nonlinear systems with structural
uncertainty
X.-S. Cai and Z.-Z. Han
Adaptive fuzzy CMAC control for a class of nonlinear systems with smooth
compensation
T.-F. Wu, P.-S. Tsai, F.-R. Chang and L.-S. Wang
Guaranteed cost control of linear systems over networks with state and input
quantisations
D. Yue, C. Peng and G.Y. Tang
Less conservative D-stability test for polytopic systems using linearly
parameter-dependent Lyapunov functions
C. Lin, Q.-G. Wang and T.-H. Lee
PI auto-tuning during a single transient
D.W. Clarke
Stability analysis for a class of switched large-scale time-delay systems via
time-switched method
J.-S. Chiou
Delay-dependent robust stabilisation of discrete-time systems with time-
varying delay
X.G. Liu, R.R. Martin, M. Wu and M.L. Tang
Stability analysis and control of non-standard nonlinear singularly perturbed
system
H.-L. Choi, J.-W. Son and J.-T. Lim
Robust adaptive deadzone compensation of DC servo system
W. Zhonghua, Y. Bo, C. Lin and Z. Shusheng
Analogue realisation of fractional-order integrator, differentiator and
fractional PIᚙ�semi;Dµ controller
A. Charef
Multirate interacting multiple model particle filter for terrain-based ground
target tracking
L. Hong, N. Cui, M. Bakich and J.R. Layne
Feedback linearisation of uncertain nonlinear systems with time delay
H.-S. Shin, H.-L. Choi and J.-T. Lim
Design of sliding mode control for nonlinear stochastic systems subject to
actuator nonlinearity
Y. Niu and D.W.C. Ho
Discrete fuzzy control of time-delay affine Takagi-Sugeno fuzzy models with
H쫼�semi999꾩�semi; constraint
W.-J. Chang and W. Chang
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5.10 Contents: International Journal of Control
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Contents: International Journal of Control
Contributed by: Russell Stevens, russell.stevens@tandf.co.uk
Volume 79, Issue 12
www.tandf.co.uk/journals/titles/00207179.asp
Decentralized and adaptive control of nonlinear fluid flow networks
Olga I. Koroleva, Miroslav Krstić, Geert W. Schmid-Schönbein
Decentralized robust stabilization for large-scale feedforward non-linear
systems
X. Ye, J. Huang, H. Unbehauen
Decentralized output regulation of a class of nonlinear systems
Veysel Gazi and Kevin M. Passino
On the construction of static stabilizers and static output trackers for
dynamically linearizable systems, related results and applications
H. Rodríguez, A. Astolfi, R. Ortega
Decentralized adaptive output feedback control via input/output inversion
Naira Hovakimyan, Eugene Lavretsky, Anthony Calise, Ramachandra Sattigeri
The parametric characteristic of frequency response functions for nonlinear
systems
Xing Jian Jing, Zi Qiang Lang, Stephen A. Billings, Geofrey R. Tomlinson
Finite settling time stabilisation for multivariable discrete-time systems:
a polynomial equation approach
E. Milonidis and N. Karcanias
Balance-based adaptive control of a neutralisation process
Jacek Czeczot
Rational stabilising commutative controllers: parameterisation and
characterisation of degrees of freedom
M. V. Moreira, J. C. Basilio, B. Kouvaritakis
A feedback control scheme for multiple independent dynamic non-point agents
Dimos V. Dimarogonas and Kostas J. Kyriakopoulos
Robust controller design based on reduced order plants
A. B. Özgüler and A. N. Gündeş
Stochastic adaptive backstepping controller design by introducing dynamic
signal and changing supply function
Z.-J. Wu, X.-J. Xie, S.-Y. Zhang
An analysis and design method for systems with structural uncertainty
X. Cai, Z. Han, X. Wang
Design of scalar functional observers of order less than (ν − 1)
H. Trinh, T. D. Tran, S. Nahavandi
For submission and subscription information please visit the Journal’s
homepage at http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals/titles/00207179.asp
Editor-in-Chief
Professor Eric Rogers
School of Electronics and Computer Science
University of Southampton
etar@ecs.soton.ac.uk
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5.11 Contents: International Journal of Control and Intelligent Systems
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Contents: International Journal of Control and Intelligent Systems
Contributed by: Ying Wang, ywang@mech.ubc.ca
Soil Dynamic Properties Determination: A Neurofuzzy System Approach ,
S.R. García, M.P. Romo, J. Figueroa-Nazuno
Start Page:1
An Improved Robust Adaptive Fuzzy Controller for MIMO Systems
N. Essounbouli, A. Hamzaoui,J. Zaytoon
Start Page:12
Learning-Enhanced Generalized Predictive Control for Systems with Periodic
Disturbances
K.K. Tan, S.N. Huang, T.H. Lee
Start Page:22
Auto-Tuning of Adaptive Control with Dead Zone
M. Kosaka, H. Shibata
Start Page:30
Stabilizing Discrete Finite-Horizon H裸�semi999 Control with Guaranteed
Infinite Norm Bound
J. Zou, Y.P. Gupta
Start Page:37
Design of Multiobjective H裸�semi999 Loop-Shaping SISO Control Systems by
Fuzzy Logic
M.F. Selekwa, E.G. Collins, Jr.
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Robust Output Feedback Control for Discrete Time-Delay Uncertain Systems
P. Shi, Z. Lin, Y. Shi
Start Page:57
Ram Position Control in Plastic Injection Molding Machines with Higher-Order
Iterative Learning
X. Li, G. Ouyang, X.P. Guan, R. Du
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Kalman Filtering with Statistical State Constraints
T.L. Chia, D. Simon, H.J. Chizeck
Start Page:73
Optimal Fusion Distributed Filter for Discrete Multichannel ARMA Signals
S.L. Sun
Start Page:80
Information for Submission of Papers to Journals 87
Manuscript Check List 89
Upcoming IASTED Conferences
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5.12 Contents: International Journal of General Systems
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Contents: International Journal of General Systems
Contributed by: Russell Stevens, russell.stevens@tandf.co.uk
Volume 35, Issue 3 - Special Issue: Analysis and Control of Complex Systems
www.tandf.co.uk/journals/titles/03081079.asp
Multi-network evolutionary systems and automatic decomposition of complex
problems
V.R. Khare, X. Yao, B. Sendhoff
Integrated decision and control of human-engineered complex systems
D. K. Tolani, A. Ray, J. F. Horn
Observer design for complex systems in the presence of uncertainties,
nonlinearities and distributed delays
D. P. Goodall, Z. Wang
Modelling complex systems for project planning: a semiotics motivated method
K. Liu, L. Sun, S. Tan
Understanding the complexity of refactoring in software systems: a tool-
based approach
Deepak Advani, Youssef Hassoun, Steve Counsell
An adaptive social network-inspired approach to resource discovery for the
complex grid systems
L. Gao, Y. Ding, H. Ying
Attention as the control system of the brain
J. G. Taylor
For submission and subscription information please visit the Journal’s
homepage at http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals/titles/03081079.asp
Editor-in-Chief
Dr George Klir
gensyst@binghamton.edu
Department of Systems Science and Industrial Engineering
Thomas J. Watson School of Engineering and Applied Science
State University of New York
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5.13 Contents: International Journal of Systems Science
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Contents: International Journal of Systems Science
Contributed by: Russell Stevens, russell.stevens@tandf.co.uk
Volume 37, Issue 13
www.tandf.co.uk/journals/titles/00207721.asp
Special issue on advances in data mining and its applications
Editorial
Zhao Yang Dong, Xue Li, Shuliang Wang
Hierarchical grouping of association rules and its application to a real-
world domain
A. An, S. Khan, X. Huang
Modeling support changes in streaming item sets
Vasudha Bhatnagar and Sarabjeet Kochhar
Fitness assessment of document model
Ding-Yi Chen, Xue Li, Zhao Yang Dong, Xia Chen
Text learning for user profiling in e-commerce
M. Degemmis, P. Lops, S. Ferilli, N. Di Mauro, T. M. A. Basile, G. Semeraro
Mining associations between web stock news volumes and stock prices
X. Liang
Integration of gene functional diversity for effective cancer detection
Yonghong Peng
FE-CIDIM: fast ensemble of CIDIM classifiers
Gonzalo Ramos-jiménez, José del Campo-Ávila, Rafael Morales-Bueno
A chemotactic-based model for spatial activity recognition
D. E. Riedel, S. Venkatesh, W. Liu
Structural damage detection by integrating independent component analysis
and support vector machine
Huazhu Song, Luo Zhong, Bo Han
Extraction of classification rules characterized by ellipsoidal regions
using soft-computing techniques
Dianhui Wang and T. S. Dillon
Data mining and simulation: a grey relationship demonstration
Desheng Wu, David L. Olson, Zhao Yang Dong
ICLUS: A robust and scalable clustering model for time series via
independent component analysis
Edmond H. C. Wu and Philip L. H. Yu
For submission and subscription information please visit the Journal’s
homepage at http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals/titles/00207721.asp
Editor-in-Chief
Professor Peter Fleming
Department of Automatic Control and Systems Engineering,
University of Sheffield
ijss@sheffield.ac.uk
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5.14 Contents: JDCS
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Contents: JDCS
Contributed by: Yuri L. Sachkov, sachkov@sys.botik.ru
JOURNAL OF DYNAMICAL AND CONTROL SYSTEMS Incorporating Dynamics and Control
http://www.springerlink.com/content/1573-8698/
Vol 12, No. 4 October 2006
CONTENTS
A Qualitative Approach to Markovian Equilibrium on Optimal Growth under
Uncertainty,L. G. T. Carpio 451--464
Ergodic Hyperbolic Attractors of Endomorphisms, Da-Quan Jiang and Min Qian,
465--488
Positive Quadratic Differential Forms: Topological Equivalence Through
Newton Polyhedra, C. Gutierrez, R. D. S. Oliveira, and M. A. Teixeira,
489--516
Navier--Stokes Equation on the Rectangle: Controllability by Means of
Low Mode Forcing, S. S. Rodrigues, 517--562
A Local Field of Extremals for Optimal Control Problems with State
Constraints of Relative Degree 1, H. Schaettler, 563--599
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5.15 Contents: Journal on MCSS
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Contents: Journal on MCSS
Contributed by: Jan H. van Schuppen , mcss@cwi.nl
MCSS, Volume 18 (2006), Number 3
A. Quadrat,
On a generalization of the Youla-Kucera parametrizarion. Part II: The
lattice approach to MIMO systems
MCSS 18 (2006), 199-235.
I. Karafyllis,
Stabilization by means of time-varying hybrid feedback.
MCSS 18 (2006), 236-259.
L. Miller,
On the controllability of anomalous diffusions generated by the fractional
Laplacian.
MCSS 18 (2006), 260-271.
S. Hadd, A. Idrissi and A. Rhandi,
The regular linear systems associated with the shift semigroups and
application to control linear systems with delay.
MCSS 18 (2006), 272-291.
INFORMATION
The tables of contents of MCSS and the .pdf files
of its papers are available from the publisher Springer at:
http://link.springer.de/link/service/journals/00498/index.htm
Information on MCSS is available also at the Editors' home
pages:
www.cwi.nl/~schuppen/mcss/mcss.html
www.math.rutgers.edu/~sontag/mcss.html
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5.16 Contents: Multidimensional Systems and Signal Processing
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Contents; Multidimensional Systems and Signal Processing
Contributed by: N. K. Bose, nkb1@psu.edu
Multimensional Systems and Signal Processing
Volume 17, Issue 4, October 2006
Table of Contents:
Editorial
N. K. Bose
Multidimensional filtering approaches for pre-processing thermal images
Maria del C. Valdes, Minoru Inamura, J. D. R. Valera, Yao Lu
A hierarchical design methodology for full-search block matching motion estimation
Mohamed Rehan, M. Watheq El-Kharashi, Fayez Gebali
Multiresolution approximation scale and time-shift subspaces
Nhan Levan, Carlos S. Kubrusly
ISSN: 0923-6082 (print version)
ISSN: 1573-0824 (electronic version)
For ordering information as well as electronic back issues, please visit:
http://springerlink.metapress.com/content/1573-0824/
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5.17 Contents: Nonlinear Dynamics and Systems Theory
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Contents: Nonlinear Dynamics and Systems Theory
Contributed by: C. Cruz-Hernandez, ccruz@cicese.mx
Nonlinear Dynamics and Systems Theory: An International Journal of
Research and Surveys
Volume: 6
Issue: 3
Year: 2006
http://www.e-ndst.kiev.ua/
CONTENTS
Mixed Semidefinite and Second-Order Cone Optimization Approach
for the Hankel Matrix Approximation Problem,
Mohammed M. Alshahrani and Suliman S. Al-Homidan, p. 211
Lagrangian Duality Algorithms for Finding a Global Optimal Solution to
Mathematical Programs with Affine Equilibrium Constraints,
Pham Ngoc Anh and Le Dung Muu, p. 225
Thermal Stresses in a Hexagonal Region with an Elliptical Hole,
Sukhwinder Kaur Bhullar, p. 245
Contents:
Duality in Distributed-Parameter Control of Nonconvex and
Nonconservative Dynamical Systems with Applications,
David Yang Gao, p. 257
On a Class of Strongly Nonlinear Impulsive Differential Equation
with Time Delay,
W. Wei, S.H. Hou and K.L. Teo, p. 281
The Matrix-Geometric Solution of the M/Ek/1 Queue with Balking and
State-Dependent Service
Dequan Yue, Chunyan Li and Wuyi Yue, , p. 295
For submission and subscription information please contact the
Editor-in-Chief of ND&ST:
Professor A. A. Martynyuk
Institute of Mechanics,
Nesterov str., 3
Kiev-57, 03680 MSP
UKRAINE
e-mail: anmart@stability.kiev.ua
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6. Conferences
6.1 17th IFAC Symposium on Automatic Control In Aerospace
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17th IFAC Symposium on Automatic Control In Aerospace
Contributed by: Nicole Imbert, aca2007@onecert.fr
17th IFAC Symposium on Automatic Control in Aerospace
June 25-29, 2007
Toulouse France
http://aca2007.onera.fr
The symposium is organized By ONERA (Office National d'Etudes et de Recherches
Aerospatiales), IFAC and SEE.
It is sponsored by IFAC TC on Aerospace, with co-Sponsoring of IFAC TC on
Computers, Communications and Telematics, on Intelligent Autonomous Vehicles,
on Linear Control Systems, on Non-Linear Control Systems, on Robust Control,
on Discrete Event and Hybrid Systems.
Symposium Scope
The symposium will be held in the heart of Aerospace Valley, at Toulouse, well
known for its significant role in Europe for aeronautics and space industry,
research and education.
Focusing on aerospace applications, the symposium will cover all aspects of
the dynamics, navigation and control in space and aeronautics, spanning from
research to industrial applications.
It will include navigation, control and guidance of aircraft, helicopters,
missiles, satellites and probes, ELV and RLV launchers and autonomous vehicles.
Theory and applications, analysis and design methodology, advances in
aerospace control are especially welcome, as well as forthcoming trends and
future research projects.
Topics
Aircraft dynamics, control and guidance
Helicopter dynamics, control and guidance
UAV dynamics, control and navigation
Spacecraft guidance navigation and control
Launcher, RLV and ARV guidance and control
Missile guidance, navigation and control
Micro- and nano-aerospace vehicles
Space robotics, including rovers
Engine control
Guidance and control theory
Control algorithms implementation
Flexible structure control
Avionics and on-board equipments
Flight dynamics identification
Formation flying
Health monitoring and diagnosis
Decision making and autonomy
Mission control and operations
Sensor data fusion
High accuracy pointing
Aerospace student projects
Calendar:
Electronic submission begins: May 15, 2006
Invited sessions proposals deadline: September 15, 2006
Draft paper due: October 15, 2006
Paper acceptance notification: February 15, 2007
Final paper due: March 31, 2007
Paper submission:
Draft of papers must be written in English and submitted electronically on the
paper management site, not later than October 15th, 2006. Until that date,
modification of the paper data and uploaded PDF version will remain possible.
The draft paper should not exceed 6 pages in two-column A4 layout required by
Elsevier for the final paper format.
To help authors to conform to the layout requirements, Elsevier provides a
sample in Word (which is however not a document template) and the LaTeX class
ifacmtg.cls is part of all recent (La)TeX distributions. If you do not find it
on your computer, it is available on the Elsevier dedicated page or on CTAN.
Invited sessions:
Proposals for invited sessions must be submitted to the Symposium chairs until
September 15, 2006. The following information should be provided:
Invited session title and short topic description
Title, authors, authors affiliations, short abstract for each of the
4-6 foreseen invited papers.
The papers of the selected invited sessions will follow the regular review
procedure (draft paper submission before October 15), and will be identified
by a specific code in the Symposium topics list.
Author's & Editorial policy:
Elsevier is the Publisher of IFAC, and detailed instructions for preparing the
final manuscript are available on the dedicated site, which provides the
Author's kit informations. Please be aware of the IFAC Copyright policy, which
is recalled on the site.
Oral and poster presentations:
In order to allow the International Program Committee to build up a well
balanced program which fits in the time-table constraints, authors will be
asked to provide either an oral or a poster presentation. They will be
informed when the final program is released.
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6.2 2007 European Control Conference-Deadline Extension
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2007 European Control Conference-Deadline Extension
Contributed by: Panos Antsaklis, antsaklis.1@nd.edu
European Control Conference (ECC'07)
http://ecc07.ntua.gr/
Call for Papers and Invited Sessions
ECC'07 continues the tradition of the control conferences of the European
Union Control Association (EUCA). Original high-quality papers dealing with
the theory and practice of systems and control are invited for presentation.
ECC'07 will be held on the island of Kos, Greece, from July 2 to 5, 2007.
All submissions must be done electronically through the conference submission
website (euca.papercept.net). Besides contributed papers and invited session
papers, the conference will also include plenary and semiplenary papers and
minitutorials. Please check the conference website for updated information
regarding the acceptable format of submitted papers.
DEADLINES
Deadline for all submissions
1 October 2006 EXTENDED TO Monday October 16
Notification of acceptance/ non-acceptance
1 February 2007
Deadline for final manuscripts submission
1 April 2007
A. Contributed papers
All papers submitted to ECC'07 must be in the form of regular papers written
in English (standard 2 column IEEE conference format) and limited to eight
pages. A short list of 3-5 keywords should be included. Short manuscripts less
than six pages will not be considered. All submissions must be done
electronically through the conference submission website (euca.papercept.net).
B. Invited Sessions
Proposals for invited sessions are welcomed. Each invited session consists of
six papers dealing with several issues of a unified theme. The proposals
should contain a summary statement describing the relevance and importance of
the session, accompanied by the full text (6-8 pages) of each invited paper.
Abstracts or manuscripts less than six pages will not be considered. Each
paper in a proposed invited session will be first individually reviewed, and
then the invited session will be evaluated as a whole. It is remarked that for
maximal continuity of the program, the International Program Committee may
remove a paper from an accepted invited session and replace it by a paper more
suitable for the session. Similarly, accepted papers from rejected invited
sessions may be accommodated into the regular program. All submissions must be
done electronically through the conference submission website
(euca.papercept.net). The submission of invited sessions should be made
according to the following three steps:
1. The Organizer must submit an electronic version (pdf) of the session.
Papercept returns an acknowledgement with an alphanumeric code for the
proposed session.
2. The Organizer notifies the Contributing Authors of their individual
session code.
3. The corresponding author of each paper submits the paper online (pdf
format) as an invited paper using the corresponding code. Without the invited
session code the paper will be considered for the normal program.
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6.3 2007 International Conference on Control and Automation
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2007 International Conference on Control and Automation
Contributed by: Jianliang Wang, ejlwang@ntu.edu.sg
The 6th International Conference on Control and Automation (ICCA2007) 30
May – 1 June 2007 Guangzhou, China
ICCA'07 is jointly organized by the IEEE Control Systems Chapter, Singapore
and IEEE Control Systems Chapter, Guangzhou, China. It is to create a forum
for scientists and practicing engineers throughout the world to present the
latest research findings and ideas in the areas of control and automation.
Three keynote speeches to be conducted by well known experts in the area,
Professors John Baillieul (IEEE Fellow), Hanfu Chen (IEEE Fellow) and David
Hill (IEEE Fellow), have been arranged for the conference.
The Proceedings of ICCA are indexed by ISI Proceedings (ISTP), EI Compendex
and IEEE Xplore.
Topics of interest include but not limited to:
Modeling of Complex Systems Optimal Control
Linear Systems Discrete Event Systems
Robust and H-infinity Control Adaptive Control
Nonlinear Systems and Control Learning Systems
Fuzzy and Neural Systems Intelligent and AI Based Control
Estimation and Identification Real-time Systems
Fault Detection Sensor and Data Fusion
Process Control & Instrumentation Robotics
Motion Control Automated Guided Vehicles
Flexible Manufacturing Systems Control Education
Integrated Manufacturing Control Applications
Factory Modeling and Automation Process Automation
Petri-Nets and Applications Man-machine Interactions
Micro and Nano Systems Smart Structures
Submission of Papers:
Authors should submit the full version of their manuscripts electronically
online through the ICCA'07 manuscript submission site http://icca.elite.sg/.
General inquiries should be addressed to the Program Chair, Professor Gang
(Gary) Feng, at the City University of Hong Kong (icca2007@ntu.edu.sg).
Proposals for invited sessions in the related areas are also solicited and
should be submitted through email to the Invited Session Chair, Professor
Yuan Wang, at Florida Atlantic University (icca2007@ntu.edu.sg).
All materials must be written in English, and a paper should be submitted
only if you intend to present the paper at the conference. The manuscript to
be submitted to the conference should contain sufficient details including
key concepts and novel features of the work. It should include the title,
authors, mailing addresses, affiliations, telephone and fax numbers and
email addresses.
Important Dates:
Paper Submission Deadline: November 1, 2006
Notification of Acceptance: December 31, 2006
Submission of Final Papers: March 1, 2007
Conference: May 30-June 1, 2007
Official Website:
http://www.ieee-icca.org (http://hdd.ece.nus.edu.sg/~icca07/)
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6.4 4th International Symposium on Neural Networks Nanjing China June 2006
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4th International Symposium on Neural Networks, Nanjing, China, June 2006
Contributed by: Zongli Lin, zl5y@virginia.edu
ISNN 2007: Fourth International Symposium on Neural Networks
http://www.acae.cuhk.edu.hk/~isnn2007 or http://liu.ece.uic.edu/ISNN07
June 3-7, 2007, Nanjing, China.
Sponsors: Southeast University, Chinese University of Hong Kong, and
University of Illinois at Chicago
Technical Co-Sponsors: IEEE Computational Intelligence Society, International
Neural Network Society, European Neural Network Society, and Asia Pacific
Neural Network Assembly
Call for Contributed Papers and Special Sessions
The Fourth International Symposium on Neural Networks (ISNN 2007) will be
held in Nanjing, as a sequel of ISNN 2004/ISNN 2005/ISNN 2006. Nanjing is
the old capital of China, a modern metropolitan with 2470-year history and
rich cultural heritage, featuring relaxing lifestyle, and numerous historic
and scenery sites. ISNN 2007 aims to provide a high-level international
forum for scientists, engineers, and educators to present the state of the
art of neural network research and applications in diverse fields. The
symposium will feature plenary speeches given by worldwide renowned
scholars, regular sessions with broad coverage, and some special sessions
focusing on popular topics.
PROGRAM TOPICS
Mathematics of neural systems; Approximation theory; Learning theory;
Stability and convergence analysis; Computational neuroscience; Connectionist
cognitive science; Feedforward networks; Recurrent neural networks;
Self-organizing networks; Cellular neural networks; Fuzzy neural networks;
Evolving neural networks; Hybrid neural networks; Associative memories;
Learning algorithms; Probabilistic and information-theoretic methods;
Neurodynamics; Kernel methods; Projection pursuit methods; Principal and
independent component analysis; Time series analysis; Signal processing and
blind source separation; Image processing and computer vision; Data mining;
Optimization methods; Pattern recognition; Telecommunications; Power systems;
Robotics and control systems; Diagnostics and quality control; Financial
engineering; Neuroinformatics and Bioinformatics; Biomedical and industrial
applications; Hardware implementation
PAPER SUBMISSION
Prospective authors are invited to submit full-length papers (6 pages
normally and 10 pages maximum) by the submission deadline through the online
submission system. Potential organizers are also invited to enlist five or
more papers with cohesive topics to form special sessions. The submission of
a paper implies that the paper is original and has not been submitted under
review or copyright protected elsewhere and will be presented by an author
if accepted. All submitted papers will be refereed by experts in the field
based on the criteria of originality, significance, quality, and clarity.
The authors of accepted papers will have an opportunity to revise their
papers and take consideration of the referees' comments and suggestions. All
papers accepted by and presented at ISNN2007 will be published by Springer
as multiple volumes of Lecture Notes in Computer Science (approval pending)
which are indexed by SCI-Expanded.
IMPORTANT DATES
Special session proposals deadline: November 1, 2006
Paper submission deadline: November 15, 2006
Notification of acceptance: December 15, 2006
Camera-ready copy and author registration: January 15, 2007
GENERAL CHAIR:
Derong Liu, University of Illinois at Chicago, USA, and Yanshan
University, China
GENERAL CO-CHAIR:
Marios M. Polycarpou, University of Cyprus
ORGANIZING CHAIR:
Shumin Fei, Southeast University, China
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6.5 7th IFAC Symposium on Nonlinear Control Systems
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7th IFAC Symposium on Nonlinear Control Systems
Contributed by: Fernando Camisani, noc@nolcos2007.org.za
www.nolcos2007.org.za
We would like to apologize if this message is received in duplicate, but
please take note of the deadline (8 December 2006) of special session
proposals.
The IFAC NOLCOS symposium is a continuing series of symposia that were
previously held in Capri (I) 1988, Bordeaux (F) 1992, Lake Tahoe (USA) 1995,
Enschede (NL) 1998, Saint-Petersburg (RUS) 2001, and Stuttgart (DE) 2004.
Nonlinear control systems have gained importance in many industrial areas and
research has undergone significant developments recently. There are
significant challenges in various fields of nonlinear control. NOLCOS 2007
will address these challenges with its focus on latest developments in theory
and application of nonlinear control systems as well as related areas of
research and engineering.
Acknowledged as the major international gathering of leading experts in
industry and academia in nonlinear control, NOLCOS aims at
strengthening contacts between academia and industry to build up new networks
and cultivate existing relations. High-level speakers will present the global
spectrum of nonlinear control systems, state-of-the-art applications and
developing directions.
The paper submission site for NOLCOS 2007 can be found by following the Paper
Submission link from www.nolcos2007.org.za . Alternatively, visit the
submission site directly at
http://www.nolcos2007.org.za/start/www/NOLCOS2007/submit.html .
Submit manuscripts according to the following prescribed format:
-Please submit your draft paper (A4 size) with 6 pages in English before
December 21, 2006.
-The draft paper should clearly show the merits of the new contributions,
the relevance to the topics and areas of NOLCOS 2007 and related literature to
allow a fair reviewing procedure by the International Program Committee.
-Only unpublished material may be submitted. Papers should be prepared in
accordance with the IFAC-Elsevier style (style files are available on the
conference homepage).
-Please structure the first page as follows: (1) title, (2) each
author's name and affiliation, (3) abstract (up to 300 words),
(4) up to 10 keywords.
-Acceptable file formats are Word, PDF and PS. Draft and final papers should
be submitted electronically via the official homepage of NOLCOS 2007.
-For users of Latex, style files found under the heading "Preparing IFAC
papers with LaTeX " at the Elsevier website can aid manuscript preparation.
-For users of Word, a style file is available for download on the conference
web site.
-Authors who have been invited to submit their paper as part of a special
session are required to indicate the organizer's name and the session title in
the covering letter when they submit their papers. A sub-area chair will
handle the reviewing process.
-Persons wishing to organize a special session need to write a proposal and
send it to the IPC chair, Prof. X. Xia, (ipc@nolcos2007.org.za), before the
8th of December 2006, and organize the authors to submit their papers to the
IPC via the submission page. A sub-area chair will handle the reviewing
process. The assigned sub-area chair could contact the organizer for potential
reviewers.
Kind Regards
Prof. Xiaohua Xia,
IPC Chair: NOLCOS 2007 (ipc@nolcos2007.org.za)
Prof. Fernando R. Camisani-Calzolari (noc@nolcos2007.org.za)
NOC Chair: NOLCOS 2007
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6.6 Flexible Automation and Intelligent Manufacturing 2007
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Flexible Automation and Intelligent Manufacturing 2007
Contributed by: Robin Qiu, robinqiu@psu.edu
FAIM 2007 Announcement and Call for Abstracts
June 18-20, 2007 ?Philadelphia, USA
http://www.faim2007.org/ or http://faim2007.ssglobal.org/
Abstracts Due: November 20, 2006
The 17th International Conference on Flexible Automation and Intelligent
Manufacturing (2007 FAIM) focuses on current research, best practices and
future trends within the areas of global competitiveness, and rapidly
advancing technologies in flexible automation, information management, and
intelligent manufacturing. The conference provides a forum for both
researchers and practitioners in the above fields to share the latest
research, developments and practices in the areas of the conference scope.
Topics include, but are not limited to:
Simulation; Manufacturing Systems; Manufacturing Processes and Technology;
Bio. Engineering; Medical Equipment and Healthcare Systems; Product
Development and Concurrent Engineering; Business Process Management and
Re-Engineering; Global Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Logistics; Lean and
Agile Manufacturing, and Best Practices; Manufacturing Enterprise Computing
and Integration; Industrial Automation and Process Control; Production
Planning and Scheduling; MES/CAD/CAM/FMS/CIM; Robotics and Factory Systems;
Sensor-Based Process Monitoring and Remote Control; Artificial Intelligence in
Manufacturing; Quality Control and Total Quality Management; IT and Internet
Applications and E-Manufacturing; Human Factors and Workforce in
Manufacturing; Environmental, Health and Safety Engineering; Sustainability,
Education, and Training; Rapid Prototyping; Materials Technology; Services
Science, Management, and Engineering; Other Relevant Topics
Conference Chair: Professor Robin G. Qiu, Penn State, USA
Email: robinqiu@psu.edu
Co-chairs: Professor William G. Sullivan, Virginia Polytechnic Institute &
State University; Professor Munir Ahmad, University of Teesside,
Middlesbrough, U.K.; Professor Richard Wysk, Pennsylvania State University;
Professor David Russell, Penn State Great Valley.
Conference Secretaries: Elayna McReynolds, exm148@psu.edu; Jean Stefanski,
jos12@psu.edu; Betty McAdams, bxm28@psu.edu; Ursula Thompson, umt1@psu.edu
Special sessions are welcome. Please contact Prof. Gina Tang at
tang@rowan.edu or Prof. Kathryn Jablokow at kwl3@psu.edu.
Tutorials and workshops are welcome. Please contact Jeff Tew at
jeffrey.tew@gm.com or J.B. Zhang at jbzhang@SIMTech.a-star.edu.sg.
Other inquiries, please contact the General Chair: Prof. Robin Qiu at
robinqiu@psu.edu.
Important Dates:
Nov. 20, 2006 Deadline for submission of paper abstracts.
Jan. 20, 2007 Deadline for submission of full papers.
Mar. 20, 2007 Acceptance/Rejection notification
Apr. 20, 2007 Final camera-ready papers due
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6.7 ICAT2006 - International Conference on Automotive Technologies
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ICAT2006 - International Conference on Automotive Technologies
Contributed by: Emre Kose, koseemre@boun.edu.tr
ICAT2006 - International Conference on Automotive Technologies
Hyatt Regency Hotel, Istanbul, Turkey. November 17, 2006.
The third of the series International Conference on Automotive Technologies,
ICAT 2006 will be held in November 17, 2006 in Istanbul, organized by Ford
Otomotiv Sanayii (Ford Otosan) with the participation of European Union 6th
Framework Program, Istanbul Technical University, Automotive Manufacturers
Association, AutomotiveTechnologies Research Center and Sabanci University.
The main theme of this conference is "A Roadmap for the Future in Automotive
Technologies."
The conference will consist of a total of six sessions, held two at a time.
Following a joint opening session, the technical sessions are
2a) Advanced Combustion Engines
2b) Workshop on Powertrain Modeling, Control and HIL Testing – A
3a) European Organizations on Automotive Research
3b) Workshop on Powertrain Modeling, Control and HIL Testing – B
4a) Advanced Fuel and Oil Technology
4b) Active Safety Systems
For participation information, please refer to www.icatconf.org.
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6.8 The 26th Chinese Control Conference
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The 26th Chinese Control Conference
Contributed by: Yi Huang, yhuang@amss.ac.cn
The 26th Chinese Control conference (CCC¡¯07) will be held in July 26-31,2007
http://sise.csu.edu.cn/ccc07/indexdp.htm
The Chinese Control Conference (CCC) is an annual international conference
organized by Tech. Com. on Control Theory, CAA. It provides a forum for
scientists and engineers over the world to present their new theoretical
results and techniques in the field of systems and control. The conference
consists of pre-conference workshops, plenary talks, and poster sessions
etc. for academic exchanges. CCC¡¯07 will be held in Zhangjiajie, a
beautiful sightseeing spot in the western part of Hunan, China.
All submissions (including papers, proposals of invited sessions) must be
done electronically through the conference submission website
(http://ccc.amss.ac.cn/pms ).
DEADLINES
Deadline for all submissions: March 1, 2007
Notification of acceptance/ non-acceptance: April 15, 2007
Deadline for final manuscripts submission: May 10, 2007
A.Contributed papers
All papers submitted to CCC'07 must be in the form of regular papers written
in Chinese or English (standard 2 column IEEE conference format) and limited
to eight pages. All submissions must be done electronically through the
conference submission website (http://ccc.amss.ac.cn/pms).
B.Invited Sessions
Proposals for invited sessions are welcomed. Each invited session consists
of six papers dealing with several issues of a unified theme. The proposals
should contain a summary statement describing the relevance and importance
of the session, accompanied by the title and the abstract (6-8 pages) of
each invited paper. The submission of invited sessions should be made
according to the following three steps:
1. The Organizer must submit an electronic version (pdf) of the session.
Papercept returns an acknowledgement with an alphanumeric code for the
proposed session.
2. The Organizer notifies the Contributing Authors of their individual
session code.
3. The corresponding author of each paper submits the paper online (pdf
format) as an invited paper using the corresponding code. Without the
invited session code the paper will be considered for the normal program.
Please check the conference website for updated information regarding the
acceptable format of submitted papers.
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7. Workshops
7.1 Beyond SCADA: Networked Embedded Control for Cyber Physical Systems
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Beyond SCADA: Networked Embedded Control for Cyber Physical Systems
Contributed by: Bruce H. Krogh, krogh@ece.cmu.edu
National Workshop on Beyond SCADA: Networked Embedded Control for Cyber
Physical Systems (HCSS-NEC4CPS)
November 8-9, 2006
Sheraton Station Square
Pittsburgh, PA
IMPORTANT DATES
- October 13, 2006: 2-page position paper deadline (extended from September. 29)
- October 17, 2006: Invitations issued
- November 8-9, 2006: Workshop
WORKSHOP WEB SITE
http://trust.eecs.berkeley.edu/scada/
INVITATION FOR POSITION PAPERS
The High Confidence Software and Systems (HCSS) Coordinating Group (CG) of the
Federal Networking and Information Technology R&D (NITRD) Subcommittee,
Committee on Technology of the National Science and Technology Council invites
you to submit a brief position paper for a workshop entitled Beyond SCADA:
Networked Embedded Control for Cyber Physical Systems (HCSS-NEC4CPS). The
Federal government recognizes that the development of high integrity,
high-confidence software and systems for networked sensing, monitoring, and
control is crucial for the future of the nation’s industries and critical
infrastructures.
The purpose of the HCSS-NEC4CPS workshop is to provide an open, working forum
for leaders and visionaries from industry, government, research laboratories,
and academia, with the goal of developing a roadmap to overcome crucial
software and systems issues and challenges facing the specification, design,
deployment, and testing of networked embedded distributed sensing, monitoring,
and control systems for cyber physical systems. In addition, the workshop will
serve the goals of bringing together practitioners (from government and
industry) with the academic community interested in high confidence systems
technologies and mathematical and computational techniques for networked
embedded distributed sensing, monitoring, and control. The workshop will also
address the issues of education, discussing possible methodologies to bring
such novel concepts to the university classroom.
By submitting a position paper, you will have an opportunity to provide
technical facts and information that potentially can help shape the future
direction of HCSS-NEC4CPS. Due to the workshop’s ambitious schedule, position
papers are requested by Friday, October 13, 2006. The position papers will be
used to select invitees to the workshop, which is scheduled for November 8-9,
2006. Invitees will have the opportunity to provide further input to the
HCSS-NEC4CPS roadmap.
Application domains of interest include:
- Automotive Systems
- Building and Environment
- Chemical Process Control
- Manufacturing Systems
- Electrical Energy Systems
- Oil & Natural Ga
- Transportation Networks
- Water Distribution Systems
WORKSHOP INVITATIONS
Attendance at the workshop is by invitation only. We encourage potential
participants to submit a brief position paper following the guidelines set
forth below and specifically addressing topics listed above. This will assist
the organizers in ensuring that the attendees will cover the requested topics.
POSITION PAPER SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
Position papers should be 1-2 pages in length using the style of the author's
choice. Each position paper should address at least one of the workshop topics
listed above, and should address each of the following three questions in the
context of the position paper:
1. What are the most important challenges?
2. What are the most important information technology research needs?
3. What is a possible roadmap for the next 5 to10 years?
In addition, each position paper should include at most a half-page bio,
organization/affiliation, e-mail address, and phone number for each author.
Position papers should be addressed to the attention of the HCSS- NEC4CPS
Workshop Program Committee and submitted as directed below: by Friday, October
13, 2006.
Please submit position papers via email to Bruno Sinopoli
(sinopoli@eecs.berkeley.edu).
Note that submitted position papers will be available on-line and authors are
advised not to include any proprietary information that they do not want to
disseminate to the public.
FURTHER INFORMATION
The workshop website provides up-to-date information:
WORKSHOP ORGANIZERS
Shankar Sastry UC Berkeley (Co-chair)
Bruce H. Krogh Carnegie Mellon University (Co-chair)
Marija Ilic Carnegie Mellon University (Co-chair)
HCSS CG SPONSOR AGENCIES
Helen Gill (NSF, HCSS Co-Chair)
Brad Martin (NSA, HCSS Co-Chair)
Al Wavering (NIST)
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7.2 Invited Session at IFAC DCDS 2007
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Invited Session at IFAC DCDS 2007
Contributed by: Naly Rakoto, rakoto@emn.fr
We are planning to organize an invited session on
"Diagnosis of Discrete Event Systems: Theory and Applications"
at the forthcoming 2007 IFAC Workshop on Dependable Control of Discrete
Systems (DCDS 2007). The aim of the invited session is to present new
results from both the theoretical and the application-oriented research
field of Diagnosis of Discrete Event Systems (DES). The general diagnosis
problem of DES deals with the detection or identification of particular
events which are fully or partially unobservable. The topics of the invited
session include, but are not limited to:
- fault detection and isolation
- monitoring and diagnosis of DES,
- applications of DES diagnosis for recovery and reconfiguration
- DES diagnosis applications
- DES recovery, and
- DES reconfiguration.
We would like to invite you to submit a paper to this invited session.
The first IFAC Workshop on Dependable Control of Discrete Systems
(DCDS 2007) will be held in Paris-Cachan, France on June 13-15, 2007.
The web page of DCDS 2007 is located at:
http://www.lurpa.ens-cachan.fr/dcds07/
The deadline for submission of full papers (PS, PDF, or word file)
is on January 8, 2007, and all the papers should be submitted through
the web application server at the following address:
http://www.lurpa.ens-cachan.fr/dcds07/
To be included in preprints and proceedings, papers are limited to
6 pages and have to conform to IFAC instructions which can be found at:
http://www.elsevier.com/hompage/saf/ifac/site/IPV%20overview.htm
We would appreciate you letting us know about your interest in
participating and contributing a paper at your earliest convenience so
that we can initiate the submission process. Please send an e-mail to
one of the organizers to express your interest.
We are looking forward for your contribution to this invited session.
Shigemasa Takai (Kyoto Institute of Technology, Japan, takai@kit.ac.jp)
Naly Rakoto (Ecole des Mines de Nantes, France, rakoto@emn.fr)
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7.3 Workshop on Hybrid Systems Biology
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Workshop on Hybrid Systems Biology
Contributed by: John Lygeros, lygeros@control.ee.ethz.ch
Workshop on Hybrid Systems Biology
45th IEEE Conference on Decision and Control
Tuesday, December 12, 2006
San Diego, CA, U.S.A.
Organizers:
Giancarlo Ferrari-Trecate
Dip. di Informatica e Sistemistica, University of Pavia
giancarlo.ferrari@unipv.it
www-rocq.inria.fr/who/Giancarlo.Ferrari-Trecate/
John Lygeros
Automatic Control Laboratory, ETH Zurich
lygeros@control.ee.ethz.ch
www.control.ee.ethz.ch/
Scope: Mathematical modeling of biochemical networks has attracted
considerable attention in recent years and is recognized as one of the major
challenges facing the biology research community today. The models available
in the literature can be classified into two families: models with purely
continuous dynamics (e.g. models for the evolution of concentrations of
proteins in terms of ordinary differential equations) and models with purely
discrete dynamics (e.g. graph models of the interdependencies in a regulatory
network, Boolean networks). The recognition that hybrid dynamics can play an
important role in biochemical systems has led a number of researchers to
investigate how methods developed for hybrid systems in other areas (such as
embedded systems and air traffic management) can be extended to biological
systems. In this workshop we will highlight recent developments in this area
and outline the exciting research directions to which they give rise.
Program: The workshop will cover one full day. The following speakers will
present their work in this area:
- G. Batt (Boston University): “Validation of genetic regutatory network models”
- C. Belta (Boston University): “Automatic tuning of synthetic gene networks”
- G. Ferrari-Trecate (University of Pavia): “Data-driven hybrid modeling of
genetic regulatory networks”
- J. Hespanha (U.C. Santa Barbara): “Stochastic hybrid models of biochemical
processes”
- J. Lygeros (ETH, Zurich): “An overview of the use of hybrid models in
biochemical networks”
- Z. Lygerou (University of Patras): “Stochastic hybrid models for DNA
replication”
- E. Sontag, M. Chavez (Rutgers University): “Piecewise linear systems and
asynchronous methods for robustness analysis of Boolean models”
- C. Tomlin (U.C. Berkeley & Stanford University): “Using hybrid system
analysis to help decode protein regulatory networks”
Proceedings: Copies of all the presentations and related publications will be
made available to the workshop participants on a CD-ROM.
For registration and Conference Information please visit
http://www.ieeecss.org/CAB/conferences/cdc2006/
In association with the European Commission project HYGEIA FP6-NEST-4995
www.hygeiaweb.gr
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8. Positions
8.1 Faculty: Cornell University USA
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Faculty: Cornell University, USA
Contributed by: G. Giles, vig1@cornell.edu
SIBLEY SCHOOL OF MECHANICAL AND AEROSPACE ENGINEERING AT CORNELL UNIVERSITY,
Ithaca, New York invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in
dynamics, systems and controls. Applicants must hold a doctorate in an
appropriate field, must have demonstrated an ability to conduct outstanding
research, and show promise for excellent teaching. We anticipate filling the
position at the Assistant Professor level, but applications at other levels
will be considered; salary and rank are commensurate with qualifications and
experience.
We seek outstanding theoretical and/or applied applicants in areas such as
robotics and autonomous systems; aerospace systems; networked and embedded
systems; MEMS; and bioinspired controls.
Faculty with other related interests are welcome to apply. Faculty in this
area have ample opportunities to collaborate with university programs such as
the IGERT Program on Nonlinear Systems; the Cornell Theory Center; the Cornell
Nanofabrication Facility; and the New Life Science Initiative, among many
others.
The Sibley School, and the College of Engineering at Cornell embrace diversity
and seek candidates who will create a climate that attracts students of all
races, nationalities and genders. We strongly encourage women and
underrepresented minorities to apply. Applicants should submit a curriculum
vitae, a research statement, a teaching statement, and complete contact
information for at least three references to:
Dynamics, Systems, and Controls Search Committee
Sibley School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
105 Upson Hall
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY 14853
Cornell University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer;
qualified women and minority candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. All applications
received by November 30, 2006 will receive full consideration.
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8.2 Faculty: Lehigh University USA
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Faculty: Lehigh University, USA
Contributed by: Mayuresh V. Kothare, mayuresh.kothare@lehigh.edu
The Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering at Lehigh University
invites applications for a Full or Associate Professor. We welcome
applications from individuals with strong backgrounds in any ISE-relevant
discipline, including industrial engineering, operations research, systems
engineering, and computer science. Candidates with a strong background in
high-performance computing and/or large-scale optimization with interests in
financial engineering or bioinformatics/health care are especially encouraged
to apply. The candidate must demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate
and graduate education, conduct an active research program with strong
external support, and be willing to explore interdisciplinary research
opportunities within the college and university.
The department is undergoing significant growth in various area of
operations research and computing. Current research thrusts include (1)
optimization, (2) high-performance computing, (3) manufacturing, production,
and logistics, (4) information systems, and (5) stochastic processes. Recent
hires at the junior level have joined the Department in these and related
areas with specializations in parallel algorithms, grid computing,
mathematical programming, robust optimization, telecommunications,
and supply chain analysis.
Established in 1926, the ISE Department currently has 15 full-time
faculty members, 130 undergraduates and 120 graduate students, about
50 of which are Ph.D. students. We offer comprehensive research and
education programs at the B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. levels. The ISE faculty
maintains an outstanding international reputation in a variety of research
areas. Active research topics include discrete optimization, high performance
computing, financial optimization, telecommunications, and a variety of topics
in logistics and supply chain analysis. The Department maintains excellent
computational and laboratory facilities, including a 64-processor Beowulf
cluster for parallel computing. Annual research expenditures exceed $3.5
million. The Department has extensive interdisciplinary ties with the business
school through the Center for Value Chain Research and finance and mathematics
departments through the Analytical Finance program.
Review of applications will begin December 1, 2006 and will continue until
the position is filled. Send a statement of research and teaching interests, a
curriculum vita, representative research paper(s), names and addresses of at
least three references, and a cover letter to Professor Robert H. Storer,
Search Committee Chair, Dept. of Industrial and Systems Engineering, Mohler
Laboratory, 200 West Packer Ave., Lehigh University, Bethlehem, PA,
18015-1582. The department web site is www.lehigh.edu/inime/ .
Lehigh University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer
and provides equal opportunity on the basis of merit without discrimination
because of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, age,
handicap, gender, sexual orientation, or union membership.
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8.3 Faculty: University of Bremen Germany
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Faculty: University of Bremen, Germany
Contributed by: Axel Graeser, ag@iat.uni-bremen.de
University of Bremen, Department 1
Physics/ Electrical Engineering and Information
Professor for “System Dynamics and Control”
The professorship is to be assigned as a permanent position at the Institute
of Automation at the soonest date. Decisions about the salary grade (W3/W2)
will be made during the appointment proceedings.
The successful candidate is supposed to give lectures on System Dynamics and
Control. Concerning research, he/she is expected to demonstrate major
activities on the fields of modern control systems(e.g. non-linear control
systems, knowledge-based control, robust control, adaptive control,
mechatronics, hybrid systems, event-driven systems) and to be able to
ascertain new methodical approaches.
Applicants should have successfully completed own research- or development-
projects, preferably in cooperation with the industry. Experiences in
obtaining third-party funds and in collaborating with international projects
are also required.
He/she will take part in the basic education of the study courses Electrical
Engineering and Systems Engineering. The courses of the main study course
Electrical Engineering, of the master course Information and Automation
Engineering and of the master course Systems Engineering are to be lectured
in English. In addition, didactic experience is expected as well.
Engagement-conditions beside general legal conditions regarding officials are:
• Diploma or PhD in Electrical Engineering or a corresponding area
• Corresponding research activities in some of the mentioned areas
• Further scientific achievements
• Qualification for teaching
The University of Bremen particularly encourages women to apply to enhance
the number of women working in the domain of science. Disabled persons are
given priority at basically same professional and personal aptitude.
Please, submit your application together with the usual documents and by
stating the reference number until 7th October 2006. More information are are
published at www.stellen.uni-bremen.de
UNIVERSITÄT BREMEN
Fachbereich 1
Postfach 330 440
28334 Bremen
Reference number: P 234/06
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8.4 Faculty: University of California Santa Cruz USA
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Faculty: University of California, Santa Cruz, USA
Contributed by: Hongyun Wang, hongwang@soe.ucsc.edu
University of California, Santa Cruz
Applied Mathematics-Control Theory
Assistant Professor # 419-07
UC Santa Cruz Applied Mathematics and Statistics invites outstanding
applicants for the following tenure-track faculty position within the rapidly
growing Baskin School of Engineering: Assistant Professor of Applied
Mathematics with preference for candidates specializing in Control Theory
Applications.
Applicants should submit a curriculum vita, a statement of research plans; a
statement of teaching interests, 3--5 selected publications (URLs or PDF
format preferred), and ensure that at least three confidential letters of
recommendation are sent directly to the search committee. We strongly
encourage electronic submission of your materials. Directions are given
at http://www.soe.ucsc.edu/jobs/faculty/apply/. All letters will be
treated as confidential documents; please direct your references to UCSC's
confidentiality statement at http://www2.ucsc.edu/ahr/policies/confstm.htm
Visit http://www2.ucsc.edu/ahr/employment/bulletin/06-07/426-07.pdf
for a detailed job description and application instructions.
Please refer to the position number #419-07 in all correspondence
and materials. To ensure full consideration, application should arrive
by December 11, 2006. UCSC is an EEO/AA/IRCA employer.
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8.5 Faculty: University of New Mexico USA
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Faculty: University of New Mexico, USA
Contributed by: Chaouki T Abdallah, chaouki@ece.unm.edu
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) at the
University of New Mexico invites applications for a full-time tenure-track
position at the Assistant/Associate Professor level to begin in the Fall
2007. Candidates should be in the general area of Systems and Controls, with
specific areas of interest including, but not limited to, hybrid and
embedded systems, nonlinear controls, intelligent systems, reconfigurable
systems, robotics, coordination in systems and networks, and control applied
to biological and neurosystems. Interested applicants must send a resume, a
1-2 page signed statement of teaching and research interests, and a list of
at least 3 references to the Chair of the search committee via e-mail to:
controls@ece.unm.edu For more information about the ECE Department at the
University of New Mexico please visit our web site at: www.ece.unm.edu
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8.6 MEng: Cork Institute of Technology Ireland
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MEng: Cork Institute of Technology, Ireland
Contributed by: Marcin T. Cychowski, mcychowski@cit.ie
Project: A Virtual Training Environment for Temporal Bone Surgery
A research position is available immediately in the Advanced Control Group at
Cork Institute of Technology, Ireland in the area of Biomedical Engineering.
The project involves the development of a virtual training facility for
temporal bone surgery. The duration of the project will be two years and
eventually lead to a Master of Engineering degree in Electronic Engineering.
A suitable candidate is expected to have a good honours degree in electronic
engineering and a demonstrable fluency in applied electronics. Experience in
computer programming in C/C++ is essential as this is the preferred
development language within the research group. Knowledge of MATLAB and/or
some vision or image processing experience would be a distinct advantage.
For more information, please contact:
Dr. Joe Connell
Advanced Control Group
Department of Electronic Engineering,
Cork Institute of Technology,
Cork, IRELAND.
E-mail: jconnell@cit.ie
Phone: +353-21-4326429
Webpage: www.acg.cit.ie
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8.7 Manufacturing Controls Engineer: GM Michigan USA
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Manufacturing Controls Engineer: GM, Michigan, USA
Contributed by: Dawn Tilbury, tilbury@umich.edu
For more information, please contact Chengyin Yuan, chengyin.yuan@gm.com
Here at the GM R&D Center we are currently seeking strong candidates in the
following areas: Virtual Launch and Manufacturing, Plant-floor Systems and
Control. I would appreciate it if you could forward the attached job
descriptions to students or researchers in your group who may be interested in
a position with GM R&D. Please have them send their current resume along with
a cover letter to jorge.arinez@gm.com describing their backgrounds and
indicating which position they would be interested in.
GM R&D Seeks Candidates for Virtual Manufacturing & Plant-floor Systems and
Control:
The Manufacturing Systems Research Lab at General Motors R&D Center is
searching for Research Engineers in the area of plant-floor systems and
controls to strengthen its Advanced and Virtual/Digital Manufacturing
capabilities. These are exciting growth areas at GM R&D where researchers will
be part of a young, dynamic team that is focused on improving GM’s plant
operations. Assignments will vary depending on background, but they will be
expected to provide immediate technical and professional leadership in
assignments of strategic importance to GM R&D. The research will also
contribute to GM's efforts to improve and upgrade its manufacturing systems
core capabilities. Researchers are also expected to counsel GM engineering
management on manufacturing engineering process, practice and tool
improvements, as well as carry out leadership roles in GM programs and/or
projects. They will likely represent GM in a variety of research activities
with contractors and academic collaborators, at other GM Centers and GM
Headquarters, and at other agencies and technical organizations. In addition,
researchers are expected to develop a strong record of invention, publishing
and presenting.
The specific research focus of plant-floor systems and controls is on
improving manufacturing processes and operations using available real-time
data. In this area, the candidate will contribute to the development novel
algorithms, models, and tools that can be implemented in current or future
plant-floor systems. A successful candidate should have background and
experience in manufacturing systems analysis (simulation and optimization) as
well as strong skills in the area of industrial supervisory control systems. A
good understanding of plant-floor networks and data communication is also
highly desirable.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
- Ph.D. in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering from Top Tier University
(Required)
- Dissertation/Focus in Controls Systems/Manufacturing Systems (Required)
- Minimum GPA 3.5/4.0
KEY JOB ELEMENTS:
- Experience in experimental and theoretical advanced modeling & simulation
techniques
- Generate innovative ideas and conduct research programs in the area of
control design and validation of plant-floor systems and controls with
emphasis on real-time sensing and control for automotive manufacturing plants
- Execute technical assignments in a resourceful, solid, and timely manner
with minimal supervision
- Work well with fellow researchers, divisions, centers, operational groups,
plant personnel and universities
- Maintain state-of-art technical skills and knowledge
- Develop working relationships with internal and external subject matter
experts
- Proposes and evaluates exercisable solutions for multilevel/multi objective
optimization of complex systems
- Effectively communicate and document results through internal and external
publications
REQUIRED SKILLS
- Understanding of engineering theory and principles of manufacturing
operations
- Understanding of the fundamental concepts of modeling and analysis for logic
controllers of manufacturing equipment.
- Demonstrated technical and professional skills in job-related area
- Expertise in simulation tools e.g. Matlab/Simulink, Simul8, Arena, AutoMod
and/or Delmia
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Proven record of high impact publications in peer-reviewed journals
PREFERRED SKILLS:
- Minor in industrial engineering or operations research
- Practical experience in manufacturing control system design
- Good computer skills
- Basic knowledge of interface protocol between PLC and PC based applications
- Working knowledge in control specification for manufacturing systems
- Manufacturing engineering experience: basic manufacturing processes, quality
engineering, planning, scheduling, shop floor control, lean manufacturing
- Ability to identify and assess state-of-the-art players among suppliers,
academics, other labs
- Strong background in controls: remote monitoring, sensing, and adaptive
control strategies and algorithms, hardware/software for PLC and PC-based
machine controls, supervisory control and human-machine interfaces design in
manufacturing applications
- Software: database design and integration, software development skills: OO
tools and design (UML), Java, JSP, ASP, C++, Visual Basic, XML/XSL, .NET,
ActiveX, OLE COM/DCOM, OPC, client-server/web-based computing, distributed and
centralized computing models
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8.8 PhD: EPFL Switzerland
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PhD: EPFL, Switzerland
Contributed by: Benoit Chachuat, benoit.chachuat@epfl.ch
The Automatic Control Laboratory (LA) of the Swiss Federal Institute of
Technology in Lausanne (EPFL) is looking for a qualified candidate to
undertake doctoral work in the field of Measurement-Based Optimization.
The project will focus on the theoretical development of NCO tracking, a
methodology developed by the LA that converts a dynamic optimization problem
with both path and terminal constraints into a feedback control problem.
Applicants should have a strong background in automatic control and
optimization. The position is available immediately, but a start within 3-6
months is acceptable.
The Automatic Control Laboratory is a multidisciplinary teaching and research
unit that includes 2 professors, 1 senior lecturer, 4 research associates,
about 15 doctoral candidates as well as technical and administrative
supporting staff. Research and computing facilities are of the highest
standard. More information can be found at: http://lawww.epfl.ch
For application, please use the form provided by the doctoral school at:
http://phd.epfl.ch/page58053.html, and send the complete application package,
indicating your intention to be hired by the LA and including 3 reference
letters, to either of the contact persons listed hereafter. Your application
will then be forwarded to the doctoral school directly by the LA. (Please pay
no attention to the deadlines mentioned on the doctoral school’s webpage, for
this is a specific opening to the LA.)
For inquiry, please contact:
Prof. Dominique Bonvin
E-mail: dominique.bonvin@epfl.ch
Voice: +41 21 693 3843
Fax: +41 21 693 2574
or,
Dr. Benoit Chachuat
E-mail: benoit.chachuat@epfl.ch
Voice: +41 21 693 3844
Address:
Laboratoire d’Automatique
EPFL-STI-LA, Station 9
CH-1015 Lausanne, Switzerland
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8.9 PhD: K.U. Leuven ESAT-SCD Belgium
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PhD: K.U. Leuven ESAT-SCD, Belgium
Contributed by: Johan Suykens, johan.suykens@esat.kuleuven.be
The research group K.U. Leuven ESAT-SCD is currently offering 3 new PhD
positions (4-years of PhD study) to work in one of the following areas:
- Support vector machines and kernel based learning: systematic design of
kernel machines for supervised and semi-supervised learning based on convex
optimization techniques and using least squares support vector machines as
elementary building blocks.
- Nonlinear system identification using kernel based modelling: study
different model structures for system identification and time-series modelling
in terms of primal and dual model representations, incorporation of prior
knowledge via constraints and its relation to equivalent kernels.
- Cooperative optimization processes: study methods for optimal cooperation
with groups of optimization processes (e.g. coupled local minimizers, coupled
simulated annealing) with respect to coupling schemes, hierarchical structure,
synchronization properties and optimal convergence.
The research group ESAT-SCD http://www.esat.kuleuven.be/scd/ at the university
K.U. Leuven Belgium provides an excellent research environment being active in
the broad area of mathematical engineering, including systems and control
theory, neural networks and machine learning, nonlinear systems, signal
processing, bioinformatics and biomedicine, quantum information theory and
cryptography.
The research will be conducted under the supervision of Prof. Johan Suykens.
Interested candidates having a solid mathematical background and master degree
should follow the guidelines at http://www/vacancies/C3online.en.php for
submitting the application and forward the application to
ilse.pardon@esat.kuleuven.be and to johan.suykens@esat.kuleuven.be.
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8.10 PhD: TU Delft Netherlands
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PhD: TU Delft, Netherlands
Contributed by: Bart De Schutter, b.deschutter@tudelft.nl
The Delft Center for Systems and Control of Delft University of
Technology, The Netherlands has a vacancy for a PhD project on
"Model-based traffic flow control for sustainable mobility".
The increasing public awareness and the more stringent environmental
policies regarding the emission of exhaust gases and particulate
matter, in combination with the ever increasing demand for
transportation and the related traffic jams, have an increasing impact
on the further evolution of our mobility. In order to get a
sustainable transportation system these issues have to be addressed.
The aim of this project is therefore to develop structured model-based
traffic control strategies that reduce fuel consumption and emissions
of noxious exhaust gases and particulate matters, thus resulting in
more sustainable mobility. In the first phase the control is
infrastructure/roadside-based and does not distinguish between
individual vehicles; in the second phase the control integrates
infrastructure-based and in-car technologies that allow to assign more
rights and more possible routes to "clean" vehicles - e.g.,
low-emission vehicles or vehicles using high-quality, low-pollution
fuels - than to regular vehicles.
In order to address the objectives outlined above we propose to use a
model-based control approach in which models are used to predict the
emission and fuel consumption impact of various control measure
settings on the traffic flow over a certain prediction horizon. The
most optimal settings are then selected using numerical optimization
and applied to the traffic system in a receding horizon approach.
In order to carry out this project we are looking for a PhD candidate
with a strong background and/or an MSc degree in systems and control
engineering or mathematics, and who is willing to start on the project
as soon as possible. A good command of the English language is
required.
We offer the opportunity to do research that is both scientifically
challenging, and has a higher societal and economical relevance. The
PhD student will work with other researchers in a multidisciplinary
research group. The appointment will be for up to 4 years. As an
employee of the university you will receive a competitive salary as
well as excellent secondary benefits. Assistance with accommodation
can be arranged.
More information on this position and on how to apply can be found at
http://www.dcsc.tudelft.nl/~bdeschutter/vac/vac_mobility.html
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8.11 PhD: The University of New South Wales at ADFA Canberra Australia
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PhD: The University of New South Wales at ADFA, Canberra, Australia
Contributed by: Valery Ugrinovskii, v.ougrinovski@adfa.edu.au
The School of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering (ITEE) at the
Australian Defence Force Academy campus of the University of New South Wales,
Canberra, Australia, is seeking expressions of interest from highly qualified
students to join the PhD program funded by the UNSW@ADFA Research Training
(UNSW@ADFA RT) scholarship scheme.
The PhD scholarship provides living allowances of AUD$20,431 per annum
tax-free (including AUD$1,200 top-up). An additional scholarship covering
tuition fees (for an international student) or a top-up (for an Australian
resident) may also be offered to successful applicants. Conditions of
scholarship are as for the UNSW@ADFA Postgraduate Research scholarship
(http://www.unsw.adfa.edu.au/student/scholarships/ucprs.html).
Topic: Estimation and control of hidden Markov models
The proposed thesis topic will involve research into a systematic robust
estimation and control theory for hidden Markov processes with uncertain
structure. While a number of estimation algorithms are available for hidden
Markov processes, a key problem remains that even small modelling errors can
be detrimental to the accuracy of the algorithm. It is expected that the
research will lead to new efficient and robust HMM estimation and control
algorithms. In addition, specific applications will be considered.
Application Process: The successful applicant is expected to have a
first-class honours or equivalent in Mathematics, Electrical Engineering or
other relevant areas. All applicants are expected to possess excellent
communication and research skills. An ideal applicant for the project would
have knowledge in stochastic control and filtering theory, and stochastic
processes. Applications should include a detailed CV, a certified copy of
academic transcripts and a cover letter detailing the applicants' research
interest and its relevance to the project. The applicant should satisfy UNSW
admission requirements for the PhD program. Potential applicants should
discuss the application and send the paperwork to Dr Valery Ugrinovskii
(v.ougrinovski@adfa.edu.au) or A/Prof Himanshu R Pota (h-pota@adfa.edu.au).
Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled, for a
possible starting date of March 2006. Applications should be sent by email.
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8.12 PhD: Tokyo Institute of Technology
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PhD: Tokyo Institute of Technology
Contributed by: Tomohisa Hayakawa, hayakawa@mei.titech.ac.jp
The Department of Mechanical and Environmental Informatics at
Tokyo Institute of Technology invites applications for master's
and doctoral degrees under International Graduate Program.
Current undergraduate and graduate students are welcome to
apply. This program will be initiated in the next academic year
and tailored to international students so that all the academic
activities are conducted in English. We have several open
positions with financial support for both prospective master and
doctoral course students. The prospective master course students
are expected to continue toward the doctoral degree.
The program starts on October 1st, 2007, and the deadline of the
application is mid December, 2006. For further information about
the program, please look for the link "International Graduate
Program" on our departmental webpage:
http://www.mei.titech.ac.jp/index-e.html. In case you want to
pursue a degree under my supervision, my research profile can be
found at http://www.cyb.mei.titech.ac.jp/hayakawa/. If you are
interested in the program, please contact me at
hayakawa@mei.titech.ac.jp.
Tokyo Tech is located at the southwest area of Tokyo. Tokyo
Tech's housing facilities may be also available for international
students in Tokyo.
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8.13 PhD: UTSA USA
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PhD: UTSA, USA
Contributed by: Bruce Smith, Bruce.Smith@utsa.edu
PhD Student Research Assistantships are available in the Electrical Engineering
Department at the University of Texas at San Antonio, USA. The research is
focused on the development of novel imaging systems for medicine and for the
detection of contraband nuclear material by making use of Compton imaging.
Background: UNIX, programming, numerical methods, signal processing.
Please send email to: Bruce.Smith@utsa.edu
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8.14 PhD: Universita del Sannio Italy
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PhD: Universita del Sannio, Italy
Contributed by: Francesco Borrelli, francesco.borrelli@unisannio.it
Two PhD positions are available at the Automatic Control Group GRACE
(www.grace.ing.unisannio.it) of the Universita' del Sannio (Benevento, Italy).
The candidates might be asked to spend a substantial period abroad (Europe and
USA).
The candidates are expected to have a mathematical and control theory
background, and preferably research experience in one of the areas (i) model
predictive control, (ii) vehicles dynamics, (iii) sensor networks. A Master
degree in EE or CS is required.
Interested students are suggested to send the resume including the name and
e-mail address of one referee to Mrs. Antonella Polvere: polvere@unisannio.it
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8.15 PhD: Universitat Politecnica de Catalunya Spain
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PhD: Universitat Politecnica de Catalunya, Spain
Contributed by: Faycal Ikhouane, faycal.ikhouane@upc.edu
We are seeking a PhD candidate in the field of control. A typical background
may be electrical or electronics engineer with a solid training in
mathematics. Mathematicians with high grades are also welcome. The candidate
will work on theoretical and practical aspects of nonlinear control within
our research team at the Universitat Politecnica de Catalunya in Barcelona.
The fellowship is for four years starting in the begining of 2007 and covers
also social security and tuition fees.
Candidates should send their CV and scanned university grades (in English) to
faycal.ikhouane@upc.edu
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8.16 PhD: University of Houston USA
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PhD: University of Houston, USA
Contributed by: Karolos Grigoriadis, karolos@uh.edu
For Ph.D. studies in the areas of robust control, adaptive control, gain
scheduled control, linear matrix inequalities, and optimal control with
applications to space systems, engine control and structural control.
Research is conducted in collaboration with automotive and aerospace
companies. Applicants are expected to have a solid mathematics background and
good knowledge of modern control theory. Applications from qualified students
are invited for Spring 2007 and Fall 2007. Prof. Karolos Grigoriadis,
Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Houston, Houston, TX
77204-4006, E-mail: karolos@uh.edu. Application material can be obtained at
http://www.egr.uh.edu/me/graduate
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8.17 Post-Doc: Sabanci Univ. Turkey
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Post-Doc: Sabanci Univ., Turkey
Contributed by: Mujdat Cetin, mcetin@sabanciuniv.edu
A post-doctoral research fellow position is available at the Faculty of
Engineering and Natural Sciences, Sabanci University, Istanbul, Turkey. The
position is supported by the European Commission through a Marie Curie
International Reintegration Grant on "Information Processing Techniques for
Imaging Sensors and Wireless Sensor Networks." Priority will be given to
candidates who have experience and interest in developing statistical
inference and data fusion algorithms for wireless sensor networks. However
candidates who can contribute to other aspects of the project, namely sparse-
aperture image formation, computer vision, and medical image analysis will
also be considered. The ideal candidate should have (or be about to complete)
a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, and
should have a strong background in one or more of the following areas:
statistical signal processing, data fusion, distributed estimation, sensor
networks, inverse problems, image analysis, optimization theory. The fellow
will have the opportunity to initiate and lead new research efforts, perform
collaborative work with a number of researchers around the world, co-
supervise graduate student theses, and publish in peer-reviewed journals and
international conferences. This is a two-year position, with a possibility of
extension depending on the availability of funds and the performance of the
fellow. There are no citizenship requirements. The working language is
English.
Interested candidates should contact Dr. Mujdat Cetin (mcetin at sabanciuniv
dot edu) and send a CV including a list of publications and references,
together with a brief statement of research experience and interests.
For information on Dr. Cetin's recent work and publications, please see
http://people.sabanciuniv.edu/mcetin .
For information on the Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences, please
see http://fens.sabanciuniv.edu .
For general information on Sabanci University, please see
http://www.sabanciuniv.edu .
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8.18 Post-Doc: University of Newcastle Australia
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Post-Doc; University of Newcastle, Australia
Contributed by: Peter Schreier, peter.schreier@newcastle.edu.au
The University of Newcastle, Australia
School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Postdoctoral Research Associate (fixed-term 1 year)
We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher to support the research project “The
Interplay of Feedback Control and Digital Communications,” which is funded by
the Australian Research Council (ARC) under its Discovery Project program. The
successful applicant will work with Prof. Minyue Fu and Dr. Peter Schreier.
This project conducts interdisciplinary research in two important areas of
control and digital communications. In the first area, we consider the control
of dynamical systems using feedback communication links. Our research is
expected to yield reliable and practical design methods for network-based
control and automation. In the second area, we apply systems and control
theory to stochastic modelling, analysis, and feedback control design of
iterative algorithms. Our research is expected to produce a new theoretical
foundation for these systems and provide faster iterative algorithms for
digital communications.
We require a Ph.D. in electrical engineering or a related field (such as
mathematics or statistics). Applicants must have a proven capacity for
high-quality research and an international publication record. Previous
research experience in digital communications, statistical signal processing,
or control is desirable.
Salary will be within the range of AU$70,359 – 83,553 (which includes leave
loading and superannuation contributions), commensurate with the applicant’s
qualifications and experience. The position is available immediately for a
fixed term of one year. The search will continue until a suitable candidate is
found.
Please send your application including CV, list of publications, and the names
and contact information for at least two references to
Peter.Schreier@newcastle.edu.au
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8.19 Visiting Faculty: Ajou University Korea
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Visiting Faculty: Ajou University, Korea
Contributed by: Ky-Hyun Chung, khchung@ajou.ac.kr
Visiting Professor for 6 months or calendar year beginning Feb. or Mar. 2007
$5000 - $7000 per month plus free apartment near Ajou Univ.
Must stay in Korea except forlimited vacation time (government program)
Must teach 1 undergrad and 1 grad course and do research
Possible additional support for conferece participation
Applications from most relevant areas of engineering considered
Must be university faculty
Ajou University is one of the top universities in Korea: www.ajou.ac.kr
Ajou is located in Suwon, a city of 1 million 45 minutes south of Seoul
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