Control & Identification Toolb

Description of Control & Identification Toolbox (CIT)

Control & Identification Toolbox (CIT) is a powerful application designed to enhance the learning experience of engineering students pursuing a bachelor's degree in control systems. By leveraging a bridge circuit, typically implemented using an Arduino board, CIT enables students to conduct real-time experiments that deepen their understanding of various control systems.

Key Features

The bridge circuit, which acts as a data acquisition board, is essential for CIT's functionality. It utilizes just two pins from the Arduino board: one analog input and one analog output pin. This simplicity allows students to connect a wide range of systems, including electrical, electronic, or electromechanical systems, directly to the bridge circuit.

Experiment Capabilities

CIT supports a variety of experiments and algorithms, providing students with comprehensive hands-on learning opportunities:

1. Open Loop System: Understand the basic principles of open loop control.
2. Identification of a First-Order System: Learn how to identify and analyze simple first-order systems.
3. Identification of a Second-Order System: Explore more complex second-order systems and their characteristics.
4. Identification of a First-Order System with Integral Control: Delve into advanced control strategies by incorporating integral control.
5. PID Controller: Gain expertise in designing and implementing PID controllers for various applications.
6. Model Reference Adaptive Control (MRAC) for a First-Order System: Study adaptive control techniques tailored for first-order systems.
7. MRAC for a Second-Order Adaptive Control: Extend your knowledge to adaptive control for second-order systems.

Firmware Details

To use the bridge circuit effectively, you need to flash the appropriate firmware onto the Arduino board. You can find the required firmware on GitHub at the following link:

• Firmware for Arduino Boards

This firmware is crucial for ensuring that the bridge circuit functions correctly and integrates seamlessly with the CIT application.

By combining theoretical knowledge with practical experimentation, CIT offers a robust platform for students to develop their skills in control systems and related technologies.