Model-free control techniques for Stop & Go systems

Abstract

This paper presents a comparison of Stop & Go control algorithms, which deal with car following scenarios in urban environments. Since many vehicle/road interaction factors (road slope, aerodynamic forces) and actuator dynamics are very poorly known, two robust control strategies are proposed: an intelligent PID controller and a fuzzy controller. Both model-free techniques will be implemented and compared in simulation to show their suitability for demanding scenarios.