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Submission Category |
Technical Area |
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1. Systems and Signals |
1.1. Modeling, Identification and Signal Processing |
Bayesian methods |
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Channel estimation/equalisation |
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Error quantification |
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Particle filtering/Monte Carlo methods |
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Software for system identification |
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Subspace methods |
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Errors in variables identification |
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Fault detection and diagnosis |
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Filtering and smoothing |
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Mechanical and aerospace estimation |
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Nonparametric methods |
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Vibration and modal analysis |
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Bounded error identification |
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Continuous time system estimation |
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Frequency domain identification |
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Hybrid and distributed system identification |
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Nonlinear system identification |
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Recursive identification |
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Closed loop identification |
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Grey box modelling |
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Identification for control |
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Input and excitation design |
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Time series modelling |
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1.2. Adaptive and Learning Systems |
Gain scheduling |
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Linear parametrically varying (LPV) methodologies |
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Autotuning |
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Iterative modelling and control design |
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Adaptation and learning in physical agents |
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Adaptive control of systems |
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Nonlinear systems |
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Switching control |
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Adaptive system and control |
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Model reference adaptive control |
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Nonlinear adaptive control |
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Robust adaptive control |
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Iterative learning control |
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Adaptive control by neural networks |
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1.3. Discrete Event and Hybrid Systems |
Discrete event systems modeling and control |
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Automata, Petri Nets and other tools |
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Supervisory control of hybrid systems |
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Queueing systems |
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Discrete event simulation |
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Hybrid systems modeling and control |
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Hybrid systems stability |
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Switched discrete and hybrid systems |
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Quantized systems |
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Verification |
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Control over communication |
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1.4. Stochastic Systems |
Stochastic control |
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Stochastic system identification |
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Estimation and filtering |
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Realization theory |
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Synthesis of stochastic systems |
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Randomized methods |
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Learning theory |
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Statistical data analysis |
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Simulation of stochastic systems |
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1.5. Networked Systems |
Cooperative systems |
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Complex system management |
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Control of networks |
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Control over networks |
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Multi-agent systems |
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Coordination of multiple vehicle systems |
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Networked embedded control systems |
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Sensor networks |
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Control under communication constraints |
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Control under computation constraints |
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Control and estimation with data loss |
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Distributed control and estimation |
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Networked robotic systems |
2. Design Methods |
2.1. Control Design |
Decentralization |
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Data-based control |
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Supervision and testing |
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Digital implementation |
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Switching stability and control |
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Control in neuroscience |
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Control in system biology |
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Controller constraints and structure |
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Model validation in design methods |
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Adaptive control |
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Parametric optimization |
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Analytic design |
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Fault-tolerant |
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2.2. Linear Control Systems |
Time-invariant systems |
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Time-varying systems |
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N-dimensional systems |
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Infinite-dimensional systems |
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Complex systems |
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Fractional systems |
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Positive systems |
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Systems with time-delays |
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Descriptor systems |
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2.3. Non-Linear Control Systems |
Asymptotic stabilization |
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Regulation |
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Tracking |
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Disturbance rejection |
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Output feedback control |
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Robust control of nonlinear systems |
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Control of constrained systems |
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Nonlinear observer and filter design |
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Application of nonlinear analysis and design |
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Anti-windup |
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Constrained control |
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Delay systems |
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LMIs |
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Parameter-varying systems |
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Linear systems |
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Lyapunov methods |
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Nonlinear system control |
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Observers for linear systems |
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Stability of NL systems |
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Stability of hybrid systems |
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Control of switched systems |
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Systems with saturation |
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Robust control |
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Aerospace applications |
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2.4. Optimal Control |
Optimal control theory |
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Singularities in optimization |
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Non-smooth and discontinuous optimal control problems |
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Control problems under conflict and/or uncertainties |
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Differential or dynamic games |
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Stochastic optimal control problems |
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Evolutionary algorithms |
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Large scale optimization problems |
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Static optimization problems |
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Modeling for control optimization |
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Algorithms and software |
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Industrial applications of optimal control |
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2.5. Robust Control |
Robustness analysis |
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Sum-of-squares |
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Robust linear matrix inequalities |
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Probabilistic robustness |
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Distributed robust controller synthesis |
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Optimization based controller synthesis |
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Robust controller synthesis |
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Quantitative feedback theory |
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Robust control applications |
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Robust estimation |
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Linear parameter-varying systems |
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Robust time-delay systems |
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Uncertainty descriptions |
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Convex optimization |
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Relaxations |
3. Computers, Cognition and Communication |
3.1. Computers for Control |
Computers for control |
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3.2. Cognition and Control |
Knowledge-based control |
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Fuzzy and neural systems relevant to control and identification |
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Controller optimisation by genetic and evolutionary algorithms |
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Reinforcement learning control |
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Robust fuzzy control |
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Adaptive fuzzy control |
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3.3. Computers, Communication and Telematics |
Telecommunication-based automation systems |
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Remote equipment servicing |
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Remote and distributed control |
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Remote sensor data acquisition |
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The Internet |
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Tele-presence |
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Tele-operation |
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Tele-maintenance |
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Tele-diagnosis |
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Tele-medicine |
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Tele-education |
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Traffic control |
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Robots for hazardous environments |
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Remote industrial production |
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Smart homes |
4. Mechatronics, Robotics and Components |
4.1. Components and Technologies for Control |
Rule-based approaches |
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Data-fusion |
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Hardware/software co-design |
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Dedicated circuits |
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Multi sensor systems |
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Intelligent controllers |
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Perception devices and positioning systems |
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Microsystems: nano- and micro-technologies |
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Microsensors |
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Microactuators |
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Microsystems |
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Measurement & actuation |
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Auto-configuration |
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Diagnosis and self-diagnosis |
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Self-learning |
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Fuzzy logic |
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Neural networks technology |
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Genetic algorithms |
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Virtual instruments |
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4.2. Mechatronic Systems |
Hardware-in-the-loop simulation |
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Design methodologies |
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Application of mechatronic principles |
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Mechatronic systems |
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Modelling |
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Identification and control methods |
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4.3. Robotics |
Robotics technology |
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Flying robots |
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Mobile robots |
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Perception and sensing |
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Autonomous robotic systems |
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Guidance navigation and control |
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Telerobotics |
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Embedded robotics |
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Intelligent robotics |
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Robots manipulators |
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Information and sensor fusion |
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Networked robotic system modelling and control |
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4.4. Cost Oriented Automation |
Architectures and software tools for enterprise integration and networking |
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Human collaboration with automation systems |
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Sensor and data fusion |
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Cost reduction with e-maintenance systems |
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Low cost MEMS |
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SME-oriented automation and decision support systems |
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Low cost automation case studies |
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Advances in automation education |
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Integration technologies applied to product development and manufacturing |
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Efficient use of intelligent machinery and automation systems |
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e-Technologies in networked product development and manufacturing |
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4.5. Human Machine Systems |
Decision making and cognitive processes |
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Modeling of human performance |
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Work in real and virtual environments |
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Design methodology for HMS |
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Task allocation-sharing and job design |
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Intelligent interfaces |
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Human operator support |
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Multi-modal interaction |
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Modeling of HMS |
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Engineering methods for HMS |
5. Manufacturing and Logistics Systems |
5.1. Manufacturing Plant Control |
Production & logistics over manufacturing networking |
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Manufacturing automation over networks |
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Industrial communication protocols |
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Dependable manufacturing systems control |
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Discrete event systems in manufacturing |
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Maintenance models and services |
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Intelligent maintenance systems |
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Assembly and disassembly |
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Manufacturing plant control |
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RFId and ubiquitous manufacturing |
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Life-cycle control |
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e-Manufacturing technologies and facilities |
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Intelligent manufacturing systems |
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Holonic manufacturing systems |
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Flexible and reconfigurable manufacturing systems |
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Bio-inspired manufacturing systems and self-organization |
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Multi-agent systems applied to industrial systems |
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5.2. Manufacturing Modeling for Management and Control |
Modeling of manufacturing operations |
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Modeling of assembly units |
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Production activity control |
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Process supervision |
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Quality assurance and maintenance |
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Procedures for process planning |
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Production planning and control |
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Job and activity scheduling |
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Logistics in manufacturing |
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5.3. Enterprise Integration and Networking |
Collaborative networked organizations principles |
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Protocols and information communication |
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Enterprise networks design and implementation |
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Unified enterprise modelling language |
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Enterprise model validation |
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5.4. Large Scale Complex Systems |
Decentralisation |
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Intelligent control of large scale systems |
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Decision support systems in manufacturing |
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Large scale complex systems |
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Identification and model reduction |
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Dynamics and control of large scale structures |
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Hierarchical multilevel and multilayer control |
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Modelling and control of discrete event and hybrid systems |
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Methodologies and tools for analysis of complexity |
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Analysis of heterogeneous knowledge in modelling |
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Knowledge discovery (data mining) |
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Supervisory control |
6. Power and Process Systems |
6.1. Chemical Process Control |
Industrial applications of process control |
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Process control applications |
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Applications in semiconductor manufacturing |
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Applications in advanced materials manufacturing |
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Batch and semi-batch process control |
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Estimation and control in systems biology |
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Advanced control technology |
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Control of micro- and nano-systems |
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Control of particulate processes |
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Control and optimization of supply chains |
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Real time optimization and control |
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Control of distributed systems |
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Model predictive and optimization-based control |
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Nonlinear model reduction |
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Nonlinear process control |
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Estimation and fault detection |
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Process modeling and identification |
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Model-based methods for system identification |
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Monitoring and performance assessment |
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Design and control |
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Control of multi-scale systems |
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6.2. Mining, Mineral and Metal Processing |
Measurement and instrumentation |
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Identification and modelling |
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Process observation and parameter estimation |
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Data mining and multivariate statistics |
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Fault diagnosis and fault tolerant control |
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Advanced process control |
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Robotics |
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Monitoring of product quality and control performance |
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Process optimisation |
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Maintenance scheduling and production planning |
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Expert systems is process industry |
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Neural networks in process control |
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Neural fuzzy modelling and control |
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Artifical intelligence |
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6.3. Power Plants and Power Systems |
Modeling, operation and control of power systems |
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Load forecast |
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Load flow and stability calculations |
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Dynamic interaction of power plants |
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Constraint and security monitoring and control |
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Control system design |
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Test and documentation |
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Real time simulation and dispatching |
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Instrumentation and control systems |
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Intelligent control of power systems |
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Distribution automation |
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Impact of deregulation on power system Control |
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Analysis and control in deregulated power systems |
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6.4. Fault Detection, Supervision & Safety of Technical Process |
Pattern recognition based methods for FDI |
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Fault tolerant control for networked systems |
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Analysis of reliability and safety |
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Design of fault tolerant/reliable systems |
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Maintenance strategies |
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Parameter estimation based methods for FDI |
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Statistical methods/signal analysis for FDI |
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Methods based on neural networks and/or fuzzy logic for FDI |
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Methods based on discrete event models, on hybrid or on qualitative models for FDI |
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Distributed fault detection and isolation |
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Human factors |
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Observer based and parity space based methods for FDI |
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Process performance monitoring/statistical process control |
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Passive approaches to fault tolerant control |
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Active approaches to fault tolerant control |
7. Transportation and Vehicle Systems |
7.1. Automotive Control |
Modeling, supervision, control and diagnosis of automotive systems |
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Automobile powertrains |
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Vehicle dynamic systems |
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Intelligent driver aids |
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Electric fuel cell |
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Hybrid and alternative drive vehicles |
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Integrated traffic management |
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General automobile/road-environment strategies |
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System integration and supervision |
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Distributed discrete-event systems |
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Automotive sensors and actuators |
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In-vehicle communication networks |
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Man-machine interfaces |
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Information displays/system |
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Automotive system identification and modelling |
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Kalman filtering techniques in automotive control |
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Adaptive and robust control of automotive systems |
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Nonlinear and optimal automotive control |
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Control architectures in automotive control |
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7.2. Marine Systems |
Marine system navigation, guidance and control |
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Dynamic positioning |
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Autonomous underwater vehicles |
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Unmanned marine vehicles |
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Autonomous surface vehicles |
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Neural networks |
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Fuzzy logic in marine systems |
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Genetic algorithms in marine systems |
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Marine system identification and modelling |
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Decision support systems in marine systems |
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Coordinated control |
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Cooperative control |
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Kalman filtering techniques in marine systems control |
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Sensors and actuarors |
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Adaptive and robust control in marine system |
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Nonlinear and optimal marine system control |
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Control architectures in marine systems |
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7.3. Aerospace |
Control of systems in vehicles |
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High accuracy pointing |
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Man-in-the-loop systems |
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Autonomous systems |
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Guidance, navigation and control of vehicles |
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Avionics and on-board equipments |
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Flight dynamics identification, formation flying |
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Health monitoring and diagnosis |
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Decision making and autonomy, sensor data fusion |
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Mission control and operations |
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7.4. Transportation Systems |
Modeling and simulation of transportation systems |
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Automatic control, optimization, real-time operations in transportation |
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Information processing and decision support |
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Man-machine interface in transportation |
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Human factors in vehicular system |
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Navigation |
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Transportation logistics |
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Safety |
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Simulation |
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Intelligent transportation systems |
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Freight transportation |
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7.5. Intelligent Autonomous Vehicles |
Sensing |
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Sensor integration and perception |
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Cooperative perception |
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Architectures |
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Mechanical design of autonomous vehicles |
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Autonomous vehicle navigation, guidance and control |
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Trajectory tracking and path following |
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Motion control |
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Mission planning and decision making |
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Map building |
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Localization |
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SLAM |
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Teleoperation |
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Human and vehicle interaction |
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Multi-vehicle systems |
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Networks of robots and intelligent sensors |
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Cooperative navigation |
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Swarm behaviour and multi-agent systems |
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Learning and adaptation in autonomous vehicles |
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Applications of intelligent autonomous vehicles |
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Test evaluation of autonomous vehicles |
8. Bio- and Ecological Systems |
8.1. Control in Agriculture |
Modeling and control of agriculture |
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Greenhouse control |
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Animal husbandry |
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Crop processes |
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Crop modelling |
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CFD in agriculture |
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Bioresponses |
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Bio-energetics |
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Agricultural solar energy use |
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Controlled ecological life support systesm (CELLS) |
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Plant factories |
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Optimal control in agriculture |
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Biosensors in agriculture |
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Software sensors in agriculture |
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Speaking organism systems |
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Robotics and mechatronics for agricultural automation |
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Agricultural robotics |
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Precision farming |
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Autonomous vehicles in agriculture |
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Post-harvesting and food processing |
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Drying |
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Food quality |
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Food processing control |
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Quality assessment |
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Grading systems |
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Information technologies and ergonomics in agriculture |
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AI in agriculture |
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Wireless sensor networks in agriculture |
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Artificial neural nets in agriculture |
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Image analysis in agriculture |
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Pattern recognition in agriculture |
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Standardisation in agriculture |
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Man-machine systems in agriculture |
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Agricultural ergonomics |
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8.2. Modeling and Control of Biomedical Systems |
Model formulation, experiment design |
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Identification and validation |
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Biosignals analysis and interpretation |
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Developments in measurement, signal processing |
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Tracer kinetic modeling using various imaging systems |
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Biomedical system modeling, simulation and visualization |
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Decision support and control |
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Cellular, metabolic, cardiovascular, neurosystems |
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Healthcare management, disease control, critical care |
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Pharmacokinetics and drug delivery |
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Control of physiological and clinical variables |
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Biomedical imaging systems |
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Intensive and chronic therapy |
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Control of voluntary movements, respiration |
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Rehabilitation engineering and healthcare delivery |
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Kinetic modelling and control of biological systems |
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Quantification of physiological parameters for diagnosis and treatment assessment |
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8.3. Modeling and Control of Environmental Systems |
Natural and environmental systems |
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Risk analysis, impact evaluation |
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Management of natural resources |
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Panning and management for participatory decision making |
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Integration of technology and environment |
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8.4. Biosystems and Bioprocesses |
Metabolic engineering |
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Modelling and identification |
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Parameter and state estimation |
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Fault diagnosis and monitoring |
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Data mining tools |
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Bioinformatics |
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Dynamics and control |
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Downstream processing |
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Integrated bioprocessing: case studies |
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Scheduling, coordination, optimization |
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Life cycle analysis |
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Microbial technology |
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Mammalian, insect and plant cell technology |
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Pharmaceutical processes |
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Food engineering |
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Wastewater treatment processes |
9. Social Systems |
9.1. Economic and Business Systems |
Econometric models |
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General equilibrium models |
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Models with explicit expectations and learning |
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Agent-based models |
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Neural networks in social systems |
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Estimation and identification of economic systems |
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Modeling languages |
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Software tools and algorithms |
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Artificial intelligence |
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Genetic and evolutionary programming |
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Decision support and expert systems |
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National and regional economies |
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Optimal control |
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Forecasting |
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Dynamic games |
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Multi-country models |
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Operations research applications |
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Applications in finance |
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9.2. Social Impact of Automation |
Socially desirable requirements for automation development |
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Socially acceptable alternatives for automation design |
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Socially acceptable requirements for information technologies development |
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Environmental, health and safety implications of automation |
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Ambient intelligence |
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Agile society |
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Cognitive aspects of automation |
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Education, training and eLearning |
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eSociety, eGovernment and eTerritory |
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Ethical society |
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Human and Humanoid |
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Human-centred systems engineering |
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Knowledge and competences management |
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Management of technology |
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Network centric collaboration |
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Systems engineering |
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9.3. Developing Countries |
Positive impact of knowledge transfer on social life |
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Negative impact of technological transfer without basic scientific background |
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Positive impact of technological transfer |
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Chance of developing countries in effecting the scientific progress |
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Imposed drawbacks on scientific contributions from developing countries |
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Negative impact of the inability to reach high technology dependent data |
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University and industrial relations |
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Effect of good/bad prejudgments on developing relations with developed countries |
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Impact of highly educated technicians/engineers on industry |
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Importance of continuous education for academic staff |
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9.4. Control Education |
e-Learning |
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Internet-based teaching technologies |
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Teaching curricula |
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University-industry cooperation |
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9.5. Supplemental Ways of Improving International Stability |
Identify, define, and improve factors that significantly influence international stability |
H. Highlight Session |
H. Highlight Session |
Control education |
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Automation in the steel industry |
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Automation in the semiconductor, display, and electronics industry |
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Control technology in the automotive industry |
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Automation in shipbuilding |
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Ubiquitous robotic companion |
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Life care intelligent robot |