Dynamic Systems and Linear Behavior
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The equation x(t) = x̄ + δ + & represents the system's response to both δ and & influences.

True (A)

What is the expression that represents the superposition of disturbances δ and & on the system's response?

x δ& (t) = x δ (t) + x & (t)

What is the fixed point of the system when it is subject to both δ and & influences?

  • x̄ + δ
  • x̄ (correct)
  • x̄ + &
  • x̄ + δ + &

    • Superposition applies to the ______ to disturbances, not the fixed point.

    <p>response</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match each term with its corresponding definition:

    <p>x̄ = Fixed point of the system δ = Constant disturbance &amp; = Time-dependent disturbance z = Shifted state with fixed point at origin V = Matrix of eigenvectors Λ = Diagonal matrix of eigenvalues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the system converge to the fixed point x̄ despite the combined influence of δ and &?

    <p>The fixed point is independent of the disturbances. (A), The system has a unique equilibrium which is the fixed point (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A fixed percentage growth rate, even if small, is still considered exponential over time.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The variable z is introduced to simplify the analysis by shifting the fixed point to the origin.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The book mentions that we hear regularly about references to modest economic growth or monetary inflation of ______ or ______%.

    <p>1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the condition required for the dynamics of z to be expressed as z(t) = VΛ V −1 z(0)?

    <p>The dynamics must be diagonalizable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following references is NOT cited in the provided text?

    <p>Control System Design: An Introduction to State-Space Methods (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difficulty people seem to have in understanding exponential functions?

    <p>Exponential functions pose a challenge because their growth is not linear, meaning the rate of increase itself increases over time, leading to unexpected and potentially rapid growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following books with their authors:

    <p>Limits to Growth: The 30-Year Update = Donella Meadows, Jorgen Randers, Dennis Meadows The Crash Course: The Unsustainable Future of our Economy, Energy, and Environment = Charles Martenson Resilience Thinking: Sustaining Ecosystems and People in a Changing World = Brian Walker, David Salt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of linear dynamic systems, the equation ż(t) = A(t)z(t) + Bc (t)u(t) + Bo (t)w(t) represents the system's state change over time, where z(t) is the state vector, u(t) represents the ______ input, and w(t) represents the disturbance input.

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    Which of the following is NOT a reason why most socio-environmental systems are challenging to control?

    <p>Fast Dynamics (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A system with long time constants is generally easier to control than a system with short time constants.

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    What does the term "observability" refer to in the context of system control?

    <p>Observability refers to the ability to determine the state of a system based on available measurements or data.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following control challenges with their corresponding explanations:

    <p>Bounded Inputs = The size of human input is limited, making it difficult to exert significant control over the system. Long Time Constants = Systems with long time constants respond slowly to changes, making control difficult and delayed. Observability = The ability to determine the state of a system from available information is crucial for effective control.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following scenarios is an example of a system with bounded inputs?

    <p>Managing global climate change (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The state vector z(t) in the system equation ż(t) = A(t)z(t) + Bc (t)u(t) + Bo (t)w(t) represents a single value that describes the system's state.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Give an example of a socio-environmental system that has long time constants.

    <p>Global warming is an example of a socio-environmental system with long time constants. The effects of greenhouse gas emissions take decades to become noticeable, and the changes continue for many years after emissions are reduced.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The state vector, z(t), is defined as a column vector with the position, x(t), in the ______ row and the velocity, v(t), in the ______ row.

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    One of the ecological disturbances mentioned is ______.

    <p>acid rain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of resilience in the context of the provided text?

    <p>Measuring how quickly a system recovers from disruptions. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The slowest mode (least negative eigenvalue) determines how quickly a linear system recovers from a disturbance.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mathematical formula used to calculate Resilience(A)?

    <p>Resilience(A) = min -Real λi (A)<br /> Where λi represents eigenvalues of matrix A.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their corresponding definitions:

    <p>Resilience = Measures the greatest rate of divergence at time t = 0 of the transient Reactivity = How robust or tolerant a system is to disturbances Eigenvalue = A characteristic value of a linear transformation Fixed point = A state where the system remains unchanged over time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a reactivity greater than zero imply about a system?

    <p>A reactivity greater than zero indicates that the system is non-normal and exhibits further growth in the initial state beyond the initial perturbation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a social disturbance?

    <p>Natural disasters (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor affecting the stability of the system?

    <p>Eigenvalues (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The given system is described as stable and normal.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of force is acting on the point mass described in the system?

    <p>Weak return force and friction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The system's velocity is subject to ______, which pulls it to zero.

    <p>friction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the eigenvalue with its characteristics:

    <p>λ1 = Negative, stable λ2 = Negative, less than λ1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the expected behavior of a non-normal system with negative eigenvalues?

    <p>Transient divergence (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The eigenvectors for θ = π/4 are classified as non-normal.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the return force in the system dynamics?

    <p>It pulls the position to zero.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For a real symmetric matrix, what can be concluded about its eigenvalues?

    <p>They must be real numbers. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Real-symmetric dynamics can give rise to oscillating or spiral dynamics.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What property do eigenvectors of a real symmetric matrix have?

    <p>They are orthogonal to one another.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The matrix B is defined as B = (A + A^T)/______, where A is a random matrix.

    <p>2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When generating a random matrix A, how does it usually compare to its symmetric counterpart B in terms of diagonalizability?

    <p>A is less likely to be diagonalizable than B. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following properties to their corresponding matrix types:

    <p>Real symmetric matrix = Eigenvalues are real General random matrix = Not guaranteed to be diagonalizable Diagonalizable matrix = Can be expressed in terms of eigenvectors Non-normal system = Continues to diverge under an initial kick</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Non-diagonalizability in matrices is a common property.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the notation & A represent in the context of matrix A?

    <p>An infinitesimal perturbation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Exponential Growth

    Growth that occurs at a fixed percentage over time, leading to large increases.

    Fixed Percentage Growth

    A consistent growth rate that, despite being small, leads to exponential effects over time.

    Public Policy Implications

    Consequences in public policy based on reliance on continuous economic growth.

    Economic Growth Challenges

    The difficulties people face in understanding the implications of exponential growth.

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    Indefinite Growth Concept

    The idea that a political system can rely on endless economic growth without limits.

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    State Vector

    A vector that describes the state of a dynamic system at a given time.

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    Weak Return Force

    A force that pulls the position of a mass toward zero.

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    Friction

    A force that opposes motion, reducing velocity to zero.

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    Eigendecomposition

    A mathematical technique for analyzing linear transformations.

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    Stable System

    A system that returns to equilibrium after a disturbance.

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    Oscillatory Dynamics

    System behavior characterized by repeated fluctuations around a point.

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    Non-Normal Systems

    Systems where eigenvectors are not orthogonal, affecting behavior.

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    Transient Divergence

    A temporary increase in system output before settling down, often in non-normal systems.

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    Fixed Point

    A value where a function evaluates to itself, indicating stability in a system.

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    Superposition

    The principle that the total response of a linear system to multiple inputs is the sum of the responses to each input.

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    Dynamic Behavior

    The way a system evolves over time in response to initial conditions or inputs.

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    Shifted Fixed Point

    A transformation that repositions a system’s fixed point to the origin for easier analysis.

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    Diagonalizable Dynamics

    Refers to a system whose matrix of coefficients can be diagonalized, indicating simpler analytical behavior.

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    Decomposition

    The process of breaking down a complex system into simpler, manageable components.

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    Z-transform

    A transformation used to analyze the dynamic behavior of shifted systems.

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    Eigenvalues

    Values that indicate the rate of growth or decay of modes in dynamic systems.

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    System Decoupling

    The process of separating components of a system to reduce dependencies.

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    Resilience

    A measure of a system's ability to recover from disturbances.

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    Transient Behavior

    Temporary response of a system before it stabilizes.

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    Reactivity

    Measure of how much a system deviates from its initial state after a disturbance.

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    Asymptotic Behavior

    The behavior of a system as time approaches infinity.

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    Disturbance

    An event that disrupts the normal functioning of a system.

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    Eigenvalues of real symmetric matrix

    Eigenvalues of a real symmetric matrix are always real numbers.

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    Eigenvectors of real symmetric matrix

    Eigenvectors corresponding to distinct eigenvalues of a real symmetric matrix are orthogonal to each other.

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    Oscillating dynamics

    Dynamics that can change direction frequently; not possible with real-symmetric matrices.

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    Non-normal dynamics

    Dynamics that can exhibit complex behavior; not possible with real-symmetric systems.

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    Diagonalizability

    A matrix is diagonalizable if it can be expressed in a diagonal form using its eigenvectors.

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    Jordan form

    A canonical form of a matrix that indicates its eigenvalues and generalized eigenvectors; related to non-diagonalizability.

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    Infinitesimal perturbation

    A very small adjustment to a matrix, suggesting that most matrices will be diagonalizable after slight changes.

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    Linear Dynamic System

    A system described by a linear equation relating outputs and inputs over time.

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    Control Inputs

    Deliberate signals, u(t), that affect the state of a dynamic system.

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    Disturbance Inputs

    Unintended signals, w(t), that can disrupt the normal functioning of a system.

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    Bounded Inputs

    Limited human contributions to a system that may be insufficient for control.

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    Long Time Constants

    Characteristics of a system that denotes slow dynamics and delayed responses.

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    Observability

    The ability to infer the internal state of a system from external measurements.

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    Feedback Control

    A mechanism that uses the output of a system to adjust its input for stabilization.

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    Study Notes

    Linear Systems

    • Coupling is a key concept in systems behavior
    • Simple pendulums exhibit periodic motion, but coupling two pendulums can lead to chaotic behavior
    • Even in linear systems, coupling multiple masses and springs can result in non-periodic motion
    • Coupling is important in ecological and social phenomena, appearing in contexts such as towns, cities, forests and ecosystems
    • Interactions between individuals, businesses, species and components of an ecosystem influence behavior
    • Decoupling complex systems is a challenge, thus focusing on tractable linear systems is necessary

    Linearity

    • Linearity is a fundamental concept in dynamic systems
    • An nth-order model is generally written as: z⁽ⁿ⁾(t) = f (z⁽ⁿ⁻¹⁾ (t), ..., z⁽¹⁾ (t), z (0) (t), u(t), t); z⁽ⁱ⁾ is the ith order time derivative of z and u(t) is an external deterministic input
    • State augmentation allows higher-order systems to be represented as first-order ones, focusing the first-order cases: ż(t) = f (z(t), u(t), t)
    • Linear relationships in a system can be often expressed as a matrix vector product: ż(t) = A(t)z(t) + B(t)u(t) + w(t)
    • Linear systems can be further simplified to include only external inputs: ż(t) = Az(t)
    • The key principle of superposition applies in linear systems
    • If a linear system is subject to multiple inputs, the response will be the sum of responses to each individual input
    • This is important for understanding linear systems when they're influenced by multiple things
    • In general, a linear system of equations or input-output system demonstrates superposition

    Modes

    • Eigendecomposition is a powerful tool for understanding linear systems
    • Eigenvalues and eigenvectors describe the underlying modes of a system that are characteristic and unchanging behavior
    • These modes represent how the system naturally behaves
    • If the system starts in the direction of an eigenvector, it continues to evolve in the same direction, with only the amplitude changing
    • The time constant which defines how the amplitude changes is given by 1/λ in the first-order linear dynamic system
    • Multiple modes can occur in a system and understanding how these modes interact is crucial

    System Coupling

    • In a coupled system, components are interdependent and their behaviors influence each other
    • A coupled system of n variables can be decoupled into n independent first-order systems using eigendecomposition, simplifying the analysis
    • A non-diagonalizable dynamic matrix A, implies there is a coupling in the system that is difficult to undo
    • In general, for a coupled system there is a variety of ways it can be decoupled
    • If the dynamic matrix A is diagonalizable then superposition principle holds
    • Even stable systems might exhibit transient divergence when not normal

    Dynamics

    • The dynamics of a system describe how it changes over time
    • Fixed points represent equilibrium states in a system.
    • If a system experiences a disturbance, it will return to its fixed point if the system is stable, meaning the system will return under small disturbances
    • Stability is determined by eigenvalue signs and the system will converge to the equilibrium if eigenvalues are negative.
    • Non-normal systems are more complex, as their modes are not always orthogonal, and transient divergence can occur even if the eigenvalues are stable.
    • Non-normal systems are characterized by transient divergence which can not be understood easily

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