Why Padé Approximations Are Great! | Control Systems in Practice

From the series: Control Systems in Practice

Brian Douglas

Watch an introduction to Padé approximations. Learn what Padé approximations are and how to calculate them, why they are important, and when to use them—specifically in the context of time delay and control system design.

Published: 13 Jun 2022

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