PhD theses

2011

Advanced Systems Theory Applied to AMB Systems

Balini, H.M.N.K.
Promotors: C.W. Scherer
Delft, 2011, 181 pages, ISBN: 9789085707769
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Model-based Process Monitoring and Control of Micro-milling using Active Magnetic Bearings

Blom, R.S.
Promotors: P.M.J. Van den Hof and R.H. Munnig Schimdt
Delft, 2011, 244 pages, ISBN: 9789491104077
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Modeling and Control Perspectives of Two-Phase Fluid Systems - with Applications to Bubble Columns

Djordjevic, S.
Promotors: P.M.J. Van den Hof and O.H. Bosgra
2011, 169 pages, ISBN: 9789085707677
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Adaptive deformable mirror dynamics and modular control

Ellenbroek, R.M.L.
Promotors: M. Verhaegen
Delft, 2011, 257 pages, ISBN: 9789090263632
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Global Chassis Control and Braking Control using Tyre Forces Measurement

Gerard, M.P.
Promotors: M. Verhaegen
2011, 174 pages, ISBN: 9789491211072
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Towards Data-Driven Control for Modern Wind Turbines

Houtzager, I.
Promotors: M. Verhaegen and J.W. van Wingerden
2011, 188 pages, ISBN: 9789053354902
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Efficient model predictive control for large-scale urban traffic networks

Lin, S.
Promotors: B. De Schutter, H. Hellendoorn and Y. Xi
2011, 171 pages, ISBN: 9789055841363
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Model-based Control in Adaptive Optics Systems

Song, H.
Promotors: M. Verhaegen and G. Vdovin
2011, 132 pages, ISBN: 9789491211102
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Model-Based Traffic Control for Sustainable Mobility

Zegeye, S.K.
Promotors: B. De Schutter and H. Hellendoorn
2011, 223 pages, ISBN: 9789055841509
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2010

Ant Colony Optimization for Control

Ast, J.M.
Promotors: R. Babuška and B. De Schutter
Delft, 2010, 149 pages, ISBN: 978-90-902-56092

Model Structure Analysis for Model based Operation of Petroleum Reservoirs

Doren, J.F.M.
Promotors: P.M.J. Van den Hof and J.D. Jansen
Delft, 2010, 161 pages, ISBN: 978-90-8570-5703

Decomposition Methods for Distributed Control and Identification

Massioni, P.
Promotors: M. Verhaegen
Delft, 2010, 145 pages, ISBN: 978-94-6113-0112

Optimal Operation of Industrial Batch Crystallizers: A Nonlinear Model-based Control Approach

Mesbah, A.
Promotors: P.M.J. Van den Hof
Delft, 2010, 200 pages, ISBN: 9789090258447
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Efficient Algorithms for Distributed Control: A structured Matrix Approach

Rice, J.
Promotors: M. Verhaegen
Delft, 2010, 185 pages

Model-based Control for Postal Automation and Baggage Handling

Tarau, A.
Promotors: J. Hellendoorn and B. De Schutter
Delft, 2010, 152 pages, ISBN: 978-90-5584-123
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Integrated Control of Mixed Traffic Networks using Model Predictive Control

van den Berg, M.
Promotors: J. Hellendoorn and B. De Schutter
Delft, 2010, 205 pages, ISBN: 978-90-5584-1288

2009

Reinforcement Learning in Continuous State and Action Spaces

Busoniu, L.
Promotors: R. Babuška and B. De Schutter
Delft, 2009, 189 pages

Analisis and Control of Uncertain Systems by Using Robust Semi-Definite Programming

Dietz, S.
Promotors: C.W. Scherer
2009, 201 pages
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Data Driven Fault Tolerant Control: A Subspace Approach

Dong, J.F
Promotors: M. Verhaegen
Delft, 2009, 179 pages, ISBN: 978-90-9024772-4

Model-Based Control of Industrial Batch Crystallizers

Kalbasenka, A.
Promotors: O.H. Bosgra
Delft, 2009, 327 pages, ISBN: 978-90-6464-3613
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Distributed Fuzzy and Stochastic Observers for Nonlinear Systems

Lendek, Zs.
Promotors: R. Babuška and B. De Schutter
Delft, 2009, 176 pages, ISBN: 978-90-9023990-3

Model-Based Control of Drinking-Water Treatment Plants

Schagen, K.M.
Promotors: R. Babuška
2009, 171 pages, ISBN: 978-90-8957-008-
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2008

Model-Based Control of Hopper Dredgers

Braaksma, J.
Promotors: R. Babuška
2008, 190 pages, ISBN: 978-90-9022693-4

Multiple-Model Based Diagnosis for Adaptive Fault-Tolerant control

Hallouzi, R.
Promotors: M. Verhaegen
Delft, 2008, ISBN: 978-90-9022978-2
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Multi-Agent Look-Ahead Traffic-Adaptive Control

Katwijk, R.T.
Promotors: J. Hellendoorn and B. De Schutter
Trail Thesis Series T2008/3, Delft, 2008, 161 pages, ISBN: 978-90-5584-098-
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Modeling and Identification of Linear Parameter-Varying Systems an Orthonormal Basis Function Approach

Toth, R.
Promotors: P.M.J. Van den Hof
Delft, 2008, 385 pages, ISBN: 978-90-9023742-8
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Control of Wind Turbines with 'Smart' Rotors: Proof of Concept & LPV Subspace Identification

Wingerden, J.W.
Promotors: M. Verhaegen
Delft, 2008, 147 pages, ISBN: 978-90-9023583-7
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Model-based Lifecycle Optimization of Well Locations and Production Settings in Petroleum Reservoirs

Zandvliet, M.
Promotors: O.H. Bosgra and J.D. Jansen
Delft, 2008, 137 pages, ISBN: 978-90-9022987-4
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2007

Design and Validation of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems

Gietelink, O.J.
Promotors: M. Verhaegen and B. De Schutter
Trail Thesis SeriesT2007/11, Delft, 2007, 252 pages, ISBN: 978-90-5584091-5

Inkjet Printhead Performance enhancement by feedforward input design based on two-port modeling

Groot Wassink, M.B.
Promotors: O.H. Bosgra
2007, 171 pages, ISBN: 978-90-9021484-9
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Data-Driven Optimal Control for Adaptive Optics

Hinnen, K.J.G.
Promotors: M. Verhaegen
2007, 183 pages, ISBN: 10: 90-9021188-8
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Multi-Agent Model Predictive Control with Applications to Power Networks

Negenborn, R.R.
Promotors: J. Hellendoorn and B. De Schutter
Trail Thesis Series T2007/14, 2007, 173 pages, ISBN: 978-90-5584093-9
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2006

Monitoring of Industrial Processing using Large Scale First Principles Models

Bos, R.
Promotors: P.M.J. Van den Hof
2006, 191 pages, ISBN: 90-8759-022-9
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Robust Control through Signal Consraints

de Vries, R.A.J.
Promotors: M. Verhaegen
Ipskamp, Enschede, 2006, 393 pages, ISBN: 90-9021429-1
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From Data to Performance

Douma, S.G.
Promotors: P.M.J. Van den Hof
De Printer, Rijswijk, 2006, 311 pages, ISBN: 10-90-803673-9-7
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Structured Controller Synthesis for Mechanical Servo-Systems

Hol, C.W.J.
Promotors: C.W. Scherer and O.H. Bosgra
2006, 277 pages, ISBN: 90-9021294-9
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Model Predictive Control for Piecewise Affine and Max-Plus-Linear Systems

Necoara, I.
Promotors: J. Hellendoorn
Ipskamp, Enschede, 2006, 211 pages, ISBN: 10-90-9020993-X
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Mathematical Analysis of Dynamic Process Models

Soetjahjo, J.
Promotors: O.H. Bosgra and J. Grievink
Optima Grafische Communicatie, Rotterdam, 2006, 192 pages, ISBN: 90-8559-255-0
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2005

Modeling and Control of Nonlinear Networks

Jeltsema, D.
Promotors: M. Verhaegen and J.M.A. Scherpen
Optima, Rotterdam, 2005, 231 pages, ISBN: 90-8559-048-5
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Soft Computing Methods in Flight Control System Design

Oosterom, M.L.J.
Promotors: R. Babuška
Optima, Rotterdam, 2005, 172 pages, ISBN: 90-8559-060-4
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Model-based Optimization of the Operation Procedure of Emulsification

Stork, M.
Promotors: O.H. Bosgra
M. Stork, Germany, 2005, 185 pages, ISBN: 10 909019686-2
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Model-Based, Acoustic Subbottom Classification Theory and Application

Tolsma, M.F.P.
Promotors: A. van den Bos
DUP, Delft, 2005, 194 pages, ISBN: 90-6464-955-3
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Model Reduction for Dynamic Real-Time Optimization of Chemical Processes

van den Berg, J.
Promotors: O.H. Bosgra
Optima, Rotterdam, 2005, 159 pages, ISBN: 90-8559-152-x
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2004

Iterative Learning Control

Dijkstra, B.G.
Promotors: O.H. Bosgra
Delft, 2004, 245 pages, ISBN: 90-370-0209-9
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Robust and Fast Schemes in Broadband Active Noise and Vibration Control

Fraanje, R.
Promotors: M. Verhaegen
University of Twente, 2004, 233 pages, ISBN: 90-9018002-8
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Model Predictive Control for Integrating Traffic Control Measures

Hegyi, A.
Promotors: J. Hellendoorn
Andreas Hegyi, Delft, 2004, 218 pages, ISBN: 90-5584-053-X
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Robust Fault-Tolerant Control

Kanev, S.
Promotors: M. Verhaegen
FEBO-DRUK, Enschede, 2004, 237 pages, ISBN: 90-9017903-8
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Stochastic Inequeality Constrained Closed-loop Model Predictive Control

van Hessem, D.H.
Promotors: O.H. Bosgra
DUP Science, Delft, 2004, 201 pages, ISBN: 90-407-2489-X
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2003

Automatic inference from finite time observations of stationary stochastic signals

De Waele, S.
Promotors: P.M.J. Van den Hof and P.M.T. Broersen
Ponsen & Looijen B.V., Wageningen, 2003, 219 pages, ISBN: 90-6464-923-5
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Cost Effective Design and Operation of Variable Speed Wind Turbines

Molenaar, D.P.
Promotors: O.H. Bosgra
DUP Science, Delft, 2003, 337 pages, ISBN: 90-407-2383-4
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Statistical Experimental Design for Quantitative Atomic Resolution Transmission Electron Microscopy

Van Aert, S.
Promotors: A. van den Bos and D. Van Dyck
2003, 199 pages, ISBN: 90-6464-861-1
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2002

Predictive control based on black-box state space models

Bloemen, H.H.J.
Promotors: Prof.ir.H.B. Verbruggen
2002, 181 pages, ISBN: 90-77017-44-6
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Fuzzy Control of Multiple-Input Multiple-Output Processes

Mollov, S.
Promotors: R. Babuška and H.B. Verbruggen
Delft, 2002, 229 pages, ISBN: 90-9016413-8

Discrete-time sliding mode control

Monsees, G.
Promotors: M. Verhaegen and J.M.A. Scherpen
2002, 182 pages, ISBN: 90-77017-83-6
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Bioprocess Modeling and Optimization

Roubos, J.A
Promotors: Prof.ir.H.B. Verbruggen, J.J. Heijnen and R. Babuška
Ponsen & Looijen b.v., Delft, 2002, 337 pages, ISBN: 90-6464-868-9

Dynamic optimization in business-wide process control

Tousain, R.L.
Promotors: O.H. Bosgra
Delft University Press, Delft, 2002, 233 pages, ISBN: 90-407-2354-0
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Nonlinear System Identification: A State-Space Approach

Verdult, V.
Promotors: M. Verhaegen
Twente University Press, 2002, 279 pages, ISBN: 90-365-1717-6

2001

Rational orthonormal bases and related transforms in linear system modeling

de Hoog, T.J.
Promotors: O.H. Bosgra and P.M.J. Van den Hof
Ponsen & Looyen B.V., 2001, 211 pages, ISBN: 90-6464-357-1
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LMI techniques for Control with application to a Compact Disc player mechanism

Dettori, M.
Promotors: O.H. Bosgra
2001, 232 pages, ISBN: 90-6464-851-4
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State Space Identification; theory and practice

Haverkamp, B.R.J.
Promotors: H.B. Verbruggen
Doc Vision, Delft, 2001, 309 pages
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Model Based Control of a Flight Simulator Motion System

Koekebakker, S.H.
Promotors: O.H. Bosgra
Ponsen & Looyen B.V., 2001, 250 pages, ISBN: 90-370-0194-7
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Ultra Precision Coordinate Measuring Machine; Design, Calibration and Error Compensation.

Ruijl, T.A.M.
Promotors: O.H. Bosgra
2001, 212 pages, ISBN: 90-6464-287

Complexity Reduction in Fuzzy Systems

Setnes, M.
Promotors: H.B. Verbruggen
Doc Vision, Delft, 2001, 258 pages, ISBN: 90-9014395-5

2000

Functional Integration of Slip Control with Active Suspension for Improved Lateral Vehicle Dynamics

Smakman, H.
Promotors: O.H. Bosgra
2000, 229 pages, ISBN: 3-89675-704

Improvement of efficiency in system identifaction and model predictive control of industrial processes

van Donkelaar, E.T.
Promotors: O.H. Bosgra and P.M.J. Van den Hof
2000, 232 pages, ISBN: 90-370-0184-x
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1999

Force Reflection for Telemanipulation. Applied to Minimally Invasive Surgery

Lazeroms, M.C.J.
Promotors: G. Honderd
Drukkerscollectief, Geulle, 1999, 172 pages, ISBN: 90-9013378-X

Biomedical Waveform Validation

Vullings, H.J.L.M.
Promotors: Prof.ir.H.B. Verbruggen and Prof.dr.ir.J. Biemond
Delft University Press, Delft, 4 mei 1999, 160 pages, ISBN: 90-901-2643-0

1998

Feedback Oriented identification for Enhanced and Robust Control

de Callafon, R.A.
Promotors: O.H. Bosgra
Delft University Press, Delft, 1998, 302 pages, ISBN: 90-407-1759-1
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Identification for Control Design with Application to a Compact Disk Mechanism

Dötsch, J.G.M.
Promotors: O.H. Bosgra and P.M.J. Van den Hof
Delft University Press, Delft, 1998, 238 pages, ISBN: 90-407-1656-0
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1997

Model-based Resolution

den Dekker, A.J.
Promotors: A. van den Bos
Delft University Press, 1997, 1 pages, ISBN: 90-407-1548-3 /
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Design and Control of a Hydraulically Actuated Industrial Brick Laying Robot

Heintze, H.
Promotors: O.H. Bosgra
1997, 246 pages, ISBN: 90-370-0156-4
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High Performance Robust Manipulato Motion Control Theory, Tools, and Experimental Implementation

Van der Linden, G.W.
Promotors: O.H. Bosgra
1997, 254 pages, ISBN: 90-370-0153-x
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1996

Autoregressive Modelling for Speech Coding: Estimation, Interpolation and Quantisation

Erkelens, J.S.
Promotors: A.van den Bos
Coronet Books, 1996, 128 pages, ISBN: 9040713383
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1994

Identification of Model Uncertainty for Control Design

de Vries, D.K.
Promotors: O.H. Bosgra and P.M.J. Van den Hof
1994, 272 pages, ISBN: 90-370-0110-6
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Frequency-weighted Balanced Reduction of Closed-loop Mechanical Servo-systems

Wortelboer, P.M.R.
Promotors: O.H. Bosgra
1994, 292 pages, ISBN: 90-74445-12-8
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1992

Approximate Identification and Control Design with application to a mechanical system

Schrama, R.J.P.
Promotors: O.H. Bosgra and P.M.J. Van den Hof
1992, 294 pages, ISBN: 90-370-0065-7
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