Modern Control Systems, in its 13th Edition, is a comprehensive guide authored by Richard C. Dorf and Robert H. Bishop. This authoritative text is designed to develop advanced problem-solving skills through the integrated design and analysis of feedback control theory. Published by Pearson on January 5, 2016, the book explores the structure of control systems and provides a sequence of discoveries that relate theoretical concepts to real-world engineering challenges.
The thirteenth edition places a significant emphasis on green technology and the role of automated, precise control systems in addressing global issues such as climate change, sustainability, waste management, and energy efficiency. Detailed examples, such as wind turbine control and photovoltaic generator modeling for maximum power delivery, illustrate the practical application of these theories in modern green engineering.
Organized around the concepts of frequency and time domains, the text is accessible to students and professionals across all engineering disciplines. It covers essential topics including:
- Classical control theory and feedback structures
- Root locus design methodology
- Frequency response design using Bode and Nyquist plots
- Design and analysis strategies for evolving engineering problems
- Sustainability and emissions reduction through precise system control
Book Details:
- Title: Modern Control Systems
- Author: Richard C. Dorf, Robert H. Bishop
- Edition: 13th Edition
- Publisher: Pearson
- Publication Date: January 5, 2016
- ISBN-10: 0134407628
- ISBN-13: 978-0134407623