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Frequency Response Analysis
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Nyquist Plot
The Nyquist plot graphs the complex frequency response of a system and is used to assess stability. It can predict if a system is stable, marginally stable, or unstable based on the Nyquist stability criterion.
Complementary Sensitivity Function
The complementary sensitivity function , where is the sensitivity function, describes the response of the control system to disturbances and noise at the output. It impacts the robustness and stability of the feedback control.
Gain Crossover Frequency
The gain crossover frequency is the frequency at which the magnitude of the system's frequency response equals 1 (or 0 dB). It is used in conjunction with phase margin to assess stability.
Notch Filter
A notch filter is a frequency-selective filter designed to attenuate a specific range of frequencies, such as resonant frequencies that could cause excessive vibrations or noise in a system.
Zero
A zero is a value of s (in the Laplace domain) at which the system's transfer function equals zero. Zeros affect the frequency response and can introduce phase advances or delays.
Cut-off Frequency
The cut-off frequency marks the point at which the system's frequency response starts to decline significantly, usually by 3 dB from the passband level. It characterizes the system's speed of response.
Peak Gain
Peak gain refers to the maximum gain observed in the frequency response of a system. It indicates the highest amplification of the input signal, often leading to resonance issues.
Phase Crossover Frequency
This frequency is where the phase response of the system crosses 180 degrees. It is relevant in determining phase stability margins.
Resonant Peak
The resonant peak is the maximum value that the frequency response reaches at resonance. In control systems, a higher resonant peak indicates a system with greater oscillatory behavior and potential overshoot.
Roll-off Rate
Roll-off rate is the rate at which the gain decreases with an increase in frequency beyond the cut-off point. It is significant as it affects the system's ability to attenuate high-frequency noise.
Passband
The passband of a system indicates the range of frequencies that are passed through with minimal attenuation. It’s critical for understanding what frequency range the system effectively operates over.
Bode Plot
A Bode plot shows the system's frequency response, with magnitude and phase plotted over a range of frequencies. It's used to analyze system stability and performance.
Bandwidth
Bandwidth in control systems refers to the range of frequencies over which the system responds adequately. It is significant as it determines the speed of the system's response and its ability to track rapid changes.
Quality Factor (Q factor)
The quality factor is a dimensionless parameter that describes the damping of a system. It relates to the sharpness of the resonant peak and affects the system's transient behavior.
Pole
A pole in control systems is a value of s (in the Laplace domain) at which the system's transfer function approaches infinity. Poles determine the system's stability and transient response.
Gain Margin
The gain margin is a measure of stability in the frequency domain. It indicates how much gain can be increased before the system becomes unstable. It is often measured in decibels (dB).
Loop Gain
Loop gain is the product of the gains of all elements in the feedback loop of a control system. It is crucial for understanding the overall behavior of the feedback loop and its stability characteristics.
Lead Compensator
A lead compensator adds phase lead (positive phase shift) to the control system, typically to increase the phase margin and thus improve system stability or speed up the response.
Phase Margin
The phase margin measures the difference between the current phase angle and 180 degrees at the gain crossover frequency. It specifies how far the system is from oscillatory instability.
Lag Compensator
A lag compensator adds phase lag (negative phase shift) and is usually used to improve the steady-state accuracy of a control system without greatly affecting the stability.
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