24 accepted papers
This work proposes a systematic workflow for constructing grid-based Linear Parameter-Varying (LPV) models from frequency response data. Transfer functions are estimated at multiple scheduling-parameter grid points, fitted with a fixed model order, and transformed into controllable canonical realiza…
This study examines a novel setup of a micropositioning trajectory manipulator in <tex xmlns:mml="http://www.w3.org/1998/Math/MathML" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink">$X \theta$</tex>, energized by a reluctance actuator (RA) and two accompanying moving magnet actuators (MMA). The design is
The reliability of precision motion systems, such as semiconductor wafer scanners, is often influenced by nonlinear dynamics originating from components such as cable slabs. This paper introduces a data-driven framework for early fault diagnosis in these systems. Koopman operator theory is employed
This study investigates a novel Xθ actuation system driven by a reluctance actuator (RA) and two accompanying moving magnet actuators (MMAs). The system enables precise control of both translational (x) and rotational (θ) motion, offering a two-degree-of-freedom (2DOF) solution for high-precision ap
Reproductive medicine has recently witnessed significant advancements, particularly in vitro fertilization (IVF). One crucial aspect of IVF involves the extraction of cellular material and its analysis to maximize the chance of successful implantation. This work highlights the development and applic…
A novel method for analyzing the dynamics and bend geometry of a cable slab via trained neural networks is introduced. Neural networks are trained from real-time visual feedback capture via a high-speed camera during cyclic motion to track the positions of multiple markers affixed to the cable slab…
To enhance the precision of coarse long-stroke motion axes, complementary short-stroke fine positioning stages are usually introduced. Being mechanically attached, the motion of the combined positioning stages needs to be controlled and synchronized. Therefore, typically suitable model-based control…
This paper introduces a position control system for a motion stage driven by a low-energy C-core reluctance actuator. The central concept explored here is the utilization of a variable air gap to enable energy-efficient operation of the motion stage. First, we show the design and mathematical model…
This paper presents a design and characterization of a micropositioning stage driven by a reluctance actuator. The stage is constructed with a C-core reluctance actuator and four compression springs. The design of the stage is presented using a CAD model, followed by the fabrication process of the p…
In semiconductor manufacturing, lithography machines are becoming more and more sophisticated system of systems. As an example, a TWINSCAN wafer scanner machine is composed of a wafer, and reticle handlers, reticle, optics, and two wafer chains or systems. In previous studies, we covered the interac…
Connected Autonomous Vehicle (CAV) platoons have been extensively studied to protect against cyber and physical vulnerabilities. Faults can occur in all layers of the platoon system or could be introduced by impaired human drivers. Since different types of faults may require different fault resoluti…
In this paper, an immune average consensus behavior of distributed trajectory generators given in the form of a multi-agent system is presented. Starting with the well-known results of linear consensus protocols, we propose a decomposition of the invariant consensus value to enable a distributed cyb…
This paper presents a robust output feedback controller for a n-link serial robotic manipulator with unknown dynamics and external disturbances. First, the robotic manipulator's model is formulated with unknown dynamics, including joint coupling, nonlinearities, and external disturbances. Second, an…
Stretching the definition of the standard Sine profile allows building a generalized symmetric frequency-aware basis function that can be used to generate reference motion trajectories. Other profiles such as polynomials, sigmoid, and harmonic-based models can be equally used under the proposed tech…
Mainly, the integration of fine positioning piezo-actuated stages in precision motion systems is considered, which results in multi-stage configurations. Mostly, in such configurations, the fine stages are attached to the coarse positioning stages- that do not meet required precision- by mechanical…
Cooperative adaptive cruise control (CACC) is a smart transportation solution that can mitigate traffic jams and improve road safety. CACC performance is heavily impacted by communication time delay; moreover, control theory solutions generally compromise control performance by tuning control gains…
Fault mitigation in Connected Autonomous Vehicle (CAV) platoons is faster and more reliable if the fault structure is known. In this paper we propose using transmissibility operators, which are relationships that relate a set of velocities with another in the platoon, to classify the faults. Transmi…
The spherical joint is an effective solution to design parallel micro-robotic systems with rotation capabilities in the three-dimensional space. This type of joint has however some non-linear characteristics, such as the clearance, which affect the positioning accuracy in micro-robotic tasks. The st…
Different health-monitoring techniques were considered in the literature to enhance the safety and stability of Connected Autonomous Vehicle (CAV) platoons. The health-monitoring processes include fault detection, localization, and mitigation. It is evident that mitigating these faults is faster and…
Adopting the ideal reliable machine model, the throughput of a lithography machine can be given as the reciprocal of the operation time. This time can be defined at the die level where the actual exposure process takes place as the time unit per die. A closer look at the motion profiles, namely step…
This paper extends the results in [1] considering time delays in Standard Car Following models (CFMs). In [1], connected vehicles are characterized with CFMs models and controlled using linear string analysis to stabilize single-lane car following of human-driven vehicles (HDVs). In this paper, we r…
In this paper, we consider periodic communication delays within the connected autonomous vehicles platoon. Periodic signals are fundamentally simple to create, and in this study we analyze whether certain amplitude or frequencies can cause instability. This is important as we discover in this study,…
An autonomous vehicle platoon is a network of autonomous vehicles that communicate together to move in a desired way. One of the greatest threats to the operation of an autonomous vehicle platoon is the failure of either a physical component of a vehicle or a communication link between two vehicles.…
A new methodology that employs the rate-dependent Prandtl-Ishlinskii model (RDPI) as a model and a compensator is suggested in this study for modeling and compensation of rate-dependent hysteresis nonlinearities of a piezoelectric actuator. The technique employs a restructuration of the model that i…