Course Content

Course Overview and Classical Control
  • Introduction
  • Overview of Automotive Systems Engineering
  • Program Management – Systems Engineering
  • Stability Pole Zeros
  • Transient Performance
  • Disturbance and Tracking
  • PID Systems
Longitudinal Controller Design
  • Aero Drag and Rolling Resistance
  • Linearizing Longitudinal Model
  • Controller Design in Simulink
  • Normal Cruise Control Project
  • Performance Analysis Using Step Response
Advanced ACC - ACC Feature Modification
  • CACC overview: Cooperative ACC Model
  • Logic Implementation
  • A Complete Model with Ego Vehicle and Target Vehicle in Simulink
  • Simulation Scenarios and MIL
Adaptive Cruise Control Model
  • Design and Develop ACC Control Algorithm and Model in Simulink
  • Feature Overview: Implementation, Sensor Sets, etc.
  • Speed Control Model
  • Switching Logic in State Flow Techniques
  • Controller Design and Tuning
  • Performance Tuning using Feed-Forward Method
Lateral Control for Vehicles - Geometric Method
  • Geometric Control Methods
  • Pure Pursuit Controller
  • Lane Keep System Using Pure Pursuit
  • Stanley Controller
  • LKS Using Stanley
Lateral Controller Model for Vehicles- Dynamic Modeling
  • Lateral Control Model Elements and Overview
  • Bicycle Model
  • Tire Model
  • State Equation for Lateral Control Model
  • Introduction to MPC
  • Controller Design using MPC
  • Integration and Modelling in MATLAB
Model-Based Design Best Practices
  • Introduction to System Architecture
  • Model Documentation and Version Control
  • Introduction to Electronic Horizon, HD Maps
Lane Centering Assist
  • Lane Center Assist Logic
  • Feature Boundary Diagram and Functions
  • Steering Path Polynomial
  • Mode Manager and Fault Manager Design
  • Switching Logic for Scenarios
  • Model in Simulink
LCA Modification: Assisted Lane Biasing and Assisted Lane Change
  • Assisted Lane Biasing Logic and Implementation
  • Assisted Lane Change Logic
  • Path Planning for ALC
  • Path Planning Function with LCA Model
Combined Controller - 5 DOF
  • Combined Model of Lateral and Longitudinal Control
  • Vehicle Dynamic Derivation for State Matrices
  • State-Space Mathematics for 5 DOF System
  • Implement a Single Controller System in Simulink
Advanced Topics in Controls for Autonomous Driving - Part 2
  • Off-road Mining
  • Logistics and Supply Chain
  • Agricultural Activities
  • Smart Mobility
  • Toll Gates
  • U-turns in Dead-end
Advanced Topics in Controls for Autonomous Driving - Part 1
  • Introduction to Predictive Speed Assist and Intelligent Speed Assist
  • Curve Speed Control Derivation
  • Pseudo Code for PSA and ISA
  • Integration of PSA with Velocity Control Logic
  • Control for Roundabout Scenarios
  • Minimum Risk Maneuvers