Theory and practice of control and systems : proceedings of the 6th IEEE Mediterranean conference, Alghero, Sardinia, Italy, 9-11 June 1998

Quantified multivariate polynomial inequalities - the mathematics of (almost) all practical control design problems. P. Dorato digital second order sliding mode control with uncertainties estimation for a class of SISO nonlinear systems, G. Bartolini et al development and identification of a hierarchical system of models for rapid prototyping of Si engines, I. Arsie et al identification of uncertainty models for robust control design, S. Malan et al second order chattering-free sliding mode control for some classes of multi-input uncertain nonlinear systems, G. Bartolini et al sliding mode output regulation of linear and nonlinear systems with relative degree one, L. Marconi et al output control of nonlinear systems with multiple discrete delays, M. Dalla Mora et al analytical synthesis of least curvature 2D paths for underwater applications, G. Endeavour et al modelling and control of nonsmooth hybrid mechanical systems, B. Brogliato global temperature stabilization of chemical reactors with bounded control, R. Antonelli, A. Astolfi detection and accommodation of second order distributed parameter systems with abrupt changes in input term - existence and approximation, M. A. Demetriou et al discrete-event models of manufacturing systems, E. Canuto optimization of internal forces in force-closure grasps, a. Bicchi et al loading parts and tools in a flexible manufacturing system, D. Pacciarelli. (Part contents).