Reconfigurable Control Problem and Fault-Hiding Approach

Abstract

This chapter defines the reconfiguration problem, which consists in the recovery of the nominal stability, setpoint tracking, and performance properties by the reconfigured closed-loop system. First, reconfiguration problems are formulated based on model-matching ideas. Second, the fault-hiding concept is introduced and the reconfiguration problems are formulated in this context. The fault-hiding concept is the basis for all reconfigurable control solutions presented in later chapters. The general properties of the fault-hiding approach are explained in more detail.