Robust Speed Control in Nonlinear Electric Vehicles Using H-Infinity Control and the LMI Approach

Abstract

In this investigation, the robust H$\infty$ control of nonlinear electric vehicles (EVs), powered by permanent magnet synchronous motors (PMSM), was examined. Emphasis was placed on enhancing the accuracy and robustness of the vehicle speed regulation by incorporating a meticulous H$\infty$ method, supplemented by the proficient integration of Linear Matrix Inequality (LMI). A solution predicated on the LMI approach was devised, encompassing two distinct H$\infty$ controllers for both current and speed control. Subsequent to an extensive analysis of the mathematical and control model of the EV, weighting functions were judiciously selected to optimize stability and performance. The proposed methodology offers significant advancements in the domain of EV control strategies and proffers insights into the application of robust control methods. Through comprehensive simulations, the effectiveness of the outlined method was validated, revealing impeccable speed control and ensuring steadfast performance when applied to the dynamic model of an EV equipped with a PMSM motor. This research elucidates the progressive strides made in the realm of EV control tactics and offers profound understandings of robust control methodologies.