Publisher's Synopsis
During the last 30 years the subject of systems theory and optimal control has been important in the field of mathematical science and engineering, but it is in the area of applications that the author sees the greatest future development taking place.;This monograph aims to provide the mathematical foundation of modern systems and control theory and includes treatment of various core topics. The contents of each chapter are illustrated by examples drawn from the physical sciences, engineering, economics, management sciences or the biological sciences.;Some background knowledge is assumed: advanced calculus, elementary probability theory and some knowledge of real analysis.;The book is designed to be of value to professional mathematicians, practising engineers and scientists and those teaching senior undergraduate students and postgraduate students.;The author has contributed to the "Encyclopedia of Physical Sciences and Technology" and is associate editor of the "International Journal of Science and Technology", USA.
