Pole placement design using convex optimization criteria for the flexible transmission benchmark

This paper deals with the design of robust digital controllers by the combined pole placement / sensitivity function shaping method. It shows that the design problem can be formulated and solved as a convex optimization problem. Specifications like dominant closed-loop poles or integration controller action may be introduced just as well as other fixed parts for the controller. The method is illustrated by the application to a benchmark of robust control of a flexible transmission system.