On the Optimal Design of Linear Networked Systems

This paper addresses the problem of optimal design for linear networked control systems (NCSs). We deal with the delayed NCSs in the continuous time-domain and propose a computational approach to optimization problems based on the hybrid LQ-type techniques. In particular, we develop an explicit connection between the networked control processes and the corresponding hybrid systems. For the constructive feedback control design procedure we derive the necessary Riccati-formalism and propose an implementable solution algorithm.