Includes bibliographical references and index.

1. Introduction.2. Modeling in the Frequency Domain.3. Modeling in the Time Domain.4. Time Response.5. Reduction of Multiple Subsystems.6. Stability.7. Steady-State Errors.8. Root Locus Techniques.9. Design via Root Locus.10. Frequency Response Techniques.11. Design via Frequency Response.12. Design via State Space.13. Digital Control Systems.Appendix A: List of Symbols.Appendix B: MATLAB Tutorial.Appendix C: MATLAB's Simulink Tutorial.Appendix D: MATLAB's GUI Tools Tutorial.Appendix E: MATLAB's Symbolic Math Toolbox Tutorial.Glossary.Answers to Selected Problems.Credits.Index.Appendix F: Matrices, Determinants, and Systems of Equations.Appendix G: Control system Computational Aids.Appendix H: Derivation of a Schematic for a DC Motor.Appendix I: Derivation of the Time Domain Solution of State Equations.Appendix J: Solution of State Equations for t<;sub> 0 EURO 0.Appendix K: Derivation of Similarity Transformations.Appendix L: Root Locus Rules: Derivations.Solutions to Skill-Assessment Exercises.Control Systems Engineering Toolbox.Lecture Graphics.Cyber Exploration Laboratory Experiments.

Emphasizing the practical application of control systems engineering, the new Fourth Edition shows how to analyze and design real-world feedback control systems. Readers learn how to create control systems that support today's advanced technology and apply the latest computer methods to the analysis and design of control systems. A methodology with clearly defined steps is presented for each type of design problem. Continuous design examples give a realistic view of each stage in the control systems design process. A complete tutorial on using MATLAB Version 5 in designing control systems prepares readers to use this important software tool.