Positive real control for discrete-time singular systems with affine parameter dependence

This paper presents a less conservative and numerically tractable solution to the static state feedback positive real control problem for affinely parameter dependent discrete-time singular systems. Relied on the use of auxiliary matrices and a positive scalar decision variable, a novel necessary and sufficient condition of positive realness is first derived in terms of a strict matrix inequality for linear time-invariant discrete-time singular systems. This characterization leads to a numerically efficient and reliable way for the controller design synthesis. Then, the results are further expanded to parameter dependent singular systems whose coefficient matrices are affine functions of a time-invariant uncertain parameter vector. Both robust analysis and robust controller synthesis are addressed. Numerical examples are included to illustrate the effectiveness of the present results.