Control and Estimation of Distributed Parameter Systems - Nonlinear Phenomena

Consisting of 16 refereed original contributions, this volume presents a diversified collection of recent results in control of distributed parameter systems. Topics addressed include - optimal control in fluid mechanics - numerical methods for optimal control of partial differential equations - modeling and control of shells - level set methods - mesh adaptation for parameter estimation problems - shape optimization Advanced graduate students and researchers will find the book an excellent guide to the forefront of control and estimation of distributed parameter systems.

    "The book makes an important theoretical contribution... By its broad coverage, good organization, the theoretical results included, and the highlighted potential applications, [it] recommends itself as an advanced, supplementary reading in mathematical system theory for partial differential equations."    -- Studies in Informatics and Control