By Alin Butoi, Paul D’Amico, Dat Nguyen, Ross Olson, Rachel Schow
Advisor: Professor Andrew Lamperski
Sponsored by the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Team ANDI'S PIE
Andy’s Nifty Dynamic Inverted Swinging Pendulum in Equilibrium
Background
Our team developed an inverted pendulum system that could be accessed over a computer network for use by students. The inverted pendulum is a common controls problem used in academia. This problem teaches students concepts of control loops, data filtering, and machine learning.
What is an Inverted Pendulum?
A vertical pendulum that is balanced via the base moving.
Controlled movements are determined by measuring the position and speed of the pendulum and base.
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