State observers for control systems with symmetry

This project will contribute to the development of the fundamental science and technology underlying the operation of controlled mechatronic systems, from fly-by-wire aircraft through to robotic toys. Many such systems have a symmetric structure deriving from the properties of the physical laws underpinning their dynamics. The project will exploit this structure to design computationally tractable state observers that are more stable and more robust than existing algorithms. The use of these advanced algorithms will lead to improved safety and performance of a wide range of mechatronic systems that are pervasive in society.