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This study introduces a novel network of moving sensors and actuators to improve distributed parameter systems. Consensus filters enhance state estimation, leading to faster convergence and better system performance.

Keywords:
Consensus filterDisagreement penalty termDistributed parameter systemsMoving actuator–sensor networkSpatial distribution

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Area of Science:

  • Control Systems Engineering
  • Robotics
  • Distributed Parameter Systems

Background:

  • Distributed parameter systems require advanced control strategies for effective monitoring and management.
  • Non-collocated moving actuators and sensors present unique challenges in state estimation and system control.
  • Existing methods may struggle with the dynamic and spatially distributed nature of these systems.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose a novel scheme for non-collocated moving actuating and sensing devices.
  • To enhance state estimation in spatially distributed processes using consensus-based filters.
  • To improve the overall performance of distributed parameter systems.

Main Methods:

  • Utilizing Lyapunov stability theorem to determine optimal velocities for moving actuator/sensor agents.
  • Developing two types of filters incorporating consensus terms to penalize estimation disagreements.
  • Analyzing the collective dynamics of state errors for well-posedness and convergence properties.

Main Results:

  • The proposed scheme effectively enhances the performance of distributed parameter systems.
  • Consensus filters ensure the well-posedness of collective state error dynamics.
  • Numerical simulations confirm faster convergence to the plant state when consensus terms are included in filters.

Conclusions:

  • The integration of moving actuator-sensor networks offers significant performance improvements for distributed systems.
  • Consensus filters are crucial for achieving robust state estimation and system stability.
  • The proposed approach provides a viable solution for complex, spatially distributed control problems.