Nyquist stability criterion
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The Nyquist stability criterion is a graphical frequency-domain method in control theory used to determine the stability of feedback systems by analyzing how their open-loop transfer function encircles a critical point in the complex plane.
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| Nyquist stability criterion canonical | 9 |
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gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07
Target entity: Nyquist stability criterion Context triple: [negative feedback amplifier, usesConcept, Nyquist stability criterion]
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Bode plot
A Bode plot is a graphical representation of a linear system’s frequency response, showing magnitude and phase versus frequency on logarithmic scales, widely used in control and amplifier design.
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von Neumann stability analysis
Von Neumann stability analysis is a mathematical technique used in numerical analysis to determine the stability of finite difference schemes for solving partial differential equations by examining the growth of Fourier modes.
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Dynamic Systems and Control Division
The Dynamic Systems and Control Division is a technical division of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers focused on the modeling, analysis, and control of dynamic engineering systems.
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Differential analyzer
The Differential Analyzer is an early analog mechanical computer designed to solve differential equations using interconnected rotating shafts and wheels.
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A Loop
A Loop is a modern streetcar route in Portland, Oregon, that provides circulator service through the central city and adjacent neighborhoods as part of the Portland Streetcar system.
- F. None of above. chosen
- G. Unsure - the case is ambiguous/there is not enough information to decide.
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Entity disambiguation (via description)
gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07
Target entity: Nyquist stability criterion Target entity description: The Nyquist stability criterion is a graphical frequency-domain method in control theory used to determine the stability of feedback systems by analyzing how their open-loop transfer function encircles a critical point in the complex plane.
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A.
Bode plot
A Bode plot is a graphical representation of a linear system’s frequency response, showing magnitude and phase versus frequency on logarithmic scales, widely used in control and amplifier design.
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B.
von Neumann stability analysis
Von Neumann stability analysis is a mathematical technique used in numerical analysis to determine the stability of finite difference schemes for solving partial differential equations by examining the growth of Fourier modes.
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C.
Dynamic Systems and Control Division
The Dynamic Systems and Control Division is a technical division of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers focused on the modeling, analysis, and control of dynamic engineering systems.
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D.
Differential analyzer
The Differential Analyzer is an early analog mechanical computer designed to solve differential equations using interconnected rotating shafts and wheels.
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E.
A Loop
A Loop is a modern streetcar route in Portland, Oregon, that provides circulator service through the central city and adjacent neighborhoods as part of the Portland Streetcar system.
- F. None of above. chosen
Statements (48)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| instanceOf |
control theory concept
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frequency-domain method ⓘ stability criterion ⓘ |
| analyzes | open-loop transfer function ⓘ |
| appliedIn |
aerospace engineering
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chemical process control ⓘ communication systems ⓘ electrical engineering ⓘ mechanical engineering ⓘ |
| appliesTo |
feedback control systems
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linear time-invariant systems ⓘ |
| assumes |
system is linear
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system is time-invariant ⓘ transfer function is rational ⓘ |
| basedOn | Nyquist plot ⓘ |
| canDetermine | marginal stability ⓘ |
| canHandle |
systems with right-half-plane poles
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systems with time delay ⓘ |
| category |
feedback stability methods
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graphical analysis techniques in control ⓘ |
| comparedWith |
Bode stability criterion
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Routh–Hurwitz stability criterion ⓘ |
| coreConcept |
encirclement of the critical point -1+0j in the complex plane
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relationship between open-loop poles and closed-loop stability ⓘ |
| determines | absolute stability ⓘ |
| domain | frequency domain ⓘ |
| field |
control theory
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systems engineering ⓘ |
| historicalPeriod | 20th century ⓘ |
| input | open-loop frequency response ⓘ |
| namedAfter | Harry Nyquist ⓘ |
| output | stability conclusion ⓘ |
| relatedConcept |
closed-loop pole locations
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root locus method ⓘ small-gain theorem ⓘ |
| relatedTo |
Bode plot
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closed-loop characteristic equation ⓘ gain margin ⓘ phase margin ⓘ |
| relates | number of encirclements to right-half-plane poles ⓘ |
| requires | Nyquist contour in the complex plane ⓘ |
| teachingContext |
graduate control theory courses
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undergraduate control systems courses ⓘ |
| usedFor |
determining closed-loop stability from open-loop data
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stability analysis of feedback systems ⓘ |
| uses |
argument principle from complex analysis
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mapping of contours under a complex function ⓘ |
| visualizedBy |
Nyquist plot
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surface form:
Nyquist diagram
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Harry Nyquist
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Harry Nyquist