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Subspace identification of Hammerstein systems using B-splines.

K Jalaleddini1, D T Westwick, R E Kearney

  • 1Department of Biomedical Engineering, McGill University, 3775 University, Montréal, Québec, Canada. seyed.jalaleddini@mail.mcgill.ca

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This study introduces a new algorithm for identifying complex nonlinear systems, reducing the need for prior system knowledge. The method accurately estimates system nonlinearities even with noisy data.

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Area of Science:

  • Systems Engineering
  • Control Theory
  • Signal Processing

Background:

  • Hammerstein systems, characterized by a linear dynamic followed by a static nonlinearity, are common in control engineering.
  • Identifying these systems, especially with hard nonlinearities, is challenging due to the complexity of modeling the nonlinear element.
  • Existing methods often require significant a priori information about the system's structure and parameters.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop an automated algorithm for identifying Hammerstein cascades with hard nonlinearities.
  • To reduce the dependency on prior knowledge for system identification.
  • To accurately characterize both the linear dynamics and the nonlinear elements of the system.

Main Methods:

  • The algorithm models the nonlinear part using a B-spline basis with adaptable knot locations.
  • Linear dynamics are represented using a state-space model.
  • The method automatically estimates the order of the linear system and the number and placement of B-spline knots.

Main Results:

  • The algorithm successfully identifies Hammerstein cascades with hard nonlinearities.
  • It automatically determines the optimal number and location of knots for the B-spline representation.
  • A simulation study on a reflex stiffness model demonstrated accurate nonlinearity estimation even with output noise.

Conclusions:

  • The proposed algorithm provides an effective and automated approach for identifying Hammerstein cascades with hard nonlinearities.
  • It significantly lowers the requirement for a priori system knowledge, making identification more accessible.
  • The method shows robustness in the presence of output noise, as validated by simulation studies.