This book offers a compact introduction to modern linear control design. The simplified
overview presented of linear time-domain methodology paves the road for the study of more
advanced non-linear techniques. Only rudimentary knowledge of linear systems theory is assumed
- no use of Laplace transforms or frequency design tools is required. Emphasis is placed on
assumptions and logical implications rather than abstract completeness on interpretation and
physical meaning rather than theoretical formalism on results and solutions rather than
derivation or solvability. The topics covered include transient performance and stabilization
via state or output feedback disturbance attenuation and robust control regional eigenvalue
assignment and constraints on input or output variables asymptotic regulation and disturbance
rejection. Lyapunov theory and Linear Matrix Inequalities (LMI) are discussed as key design
methods. All methods are demonstrated with MATLAB to promote practical use and comprehension.
