Control Systems Engineering, 8th Edition
- Author: Norman S. Nise
- Edition: 8th Edition
- Publisher: Wiley
- Publication Date: June 23, 2020
- ISBN-10: 1119721407
- ISBN-13: 978-1119721406
Highly regarded for its accessibility and focus on practical applications, Control Systems Engineering offers a comprehensive introduction to the design and analysis of feedback systems that support modern technology. Going beyond theory and abstract mathematics to translate key concepts into physical control systems design, this text presents real-world case studies, challenging chapter questions, and detailed explanations with an emphasis on computer-aided design.
Abundant illustrations facilitate comprehension, with over 800 photos, diagrams, graphs, and tables designed to help students visualize complex concepts. The text utilizes multiple experiment formats to demonstrate essential principles through hypothetical scenarios, simulations, and interactive virtual models. Furthermore, Cyber Exploration Laboratory Experiments allow for interfacing with actual hardware, such as National Instruments’ myDAQ, for practical systems testing.
This emphasis on real-world application has made it a premier resource for core courses in mechanical, electrical, aerospace, biomedical, and chemical engineering. Now in its eighth edition, this top-selling text continues to offer an in-depth exploration of up-to-date engineering practices and feedback system analysis.