Linear systems and optimal control (Q1188550)

The book gives a concise, elementary introduction into the field of linear systems theory in state space and standard optimal control. In each chapter, both the continuous-time and the discrete case is treated, and various exercises are provided. This offers the opportunity to use the book for self-study or as textbook for a university course. A chapter ``Notes and references'' gives some sketches of extensions, e.g. for distributed parameter systems or stochastic optimal control.