Abstract :
This welcome addition to the PID (Proportional-Integral-Derivative) control literature consists of nine chapters. An appendix describes two laboratory equipment processes used to demonstrate the efficiency of the algorithms. Most of the chapters are structured as follows. First, the problem is posed and a number of approaches to solve the problem are explained. Then results are illustrated with simulations using different transfer functions. Finally the developed concepts are verified with the two laboratory processes. Some of the topics covered include: the basics of the continuous PID controller; derivative filter design; anti-windup in the integral part; feedforward strategies; plug and control; identification and model reduction techniques in the setting of PID control design; performance assessment; and other control structures. The book covers the newest techniques of PID controllers in many areas and these are clearly explained and vividly demonstrated. The book also has an excellent list of references to recent literature. There are a few criticisms. Some concepts used are not well-covered in the text. The whole standard optimization methodology is treated superficially. Several issues, such as motion control, multi-variable PID control, and fuzzy PID control, are not covered at all. Misprints and grammatical errors are annoying. Overall, the author should be congratulated for his efforts and novel ways of treating PID control.
