The field of system identification and control is witnessing significant advancements, with a focus on developing innovative methods for online estimation, adaptive control, and sparse parameter identification. Researchers are exploring new approaches to address the challenges of non-stationary observations, non-persistent excitation, and high-dimensional systems. A key direction is the integration of advanced optimization techniques, such as alternating direction method of multipliers and recursive algorithms, to improve the efficiency and accuracy of system identification and control. Another area of interest is the application of control engineering principles to climate science, highlighting the potential for cross-disciplinary collaborations and innovative solutions. Noteworthy papers include:
- A novel recursive identification method for mechanical systems, which delivers parametric continuous-time additive models and is applicable in both open-loop and closed-loop controlled systems.
- A unified alternating optimization framework for joint sensor and actuator configuration in LQG systems, which ensures numerical efficiency and adaptability to various design constraints and configuration costs.
- A novel parameter-tying theorem in multi-model adaptive systems, which enables significant dimension reduction and preserves system stability and performance.