Hybrid Dynamical System
Hybrid dynamical systems, encompassing systems with both continuous and discrete dynamics, are studied to model and control complex phenomena across various fields. Current research focuses on developing efficient algorithms for motion planning and control, often employing hybrid architectures that combine physics-based models with data-driven approaches like neural networks (e.g., Physics-Informed Neural Networks) or leveraging techniques such as iterative Linear Quadratic Regulators and Rapidly-exploring Random Trees. These advancements improve accuracy, robustness, and scalability in applications ranging from autonomous vehicle control and robotics to ecological modeling and smart contract verification, enabling more precise predictions and safer, more efficient system designs.
Papers
HPA-MPC: Hybrid Perception-Aware Nonlinear Model Predictive Control for Quadrotors with Suspended Loads
Mrunal Sarvaiya, Guanrui Li, Giuseppe Loianno
cHyRRT and cHySST: Two Motion Planning Tools for Hybrid Dynamical Systems
Beverly Xu (1), Nan Wang (2), Ricardo Sanfelice (2) ((1) Saratoga High School, (2) University of California, Santa Cruz)