Dynamic Programming for Discrete-Time Systems with Uncertain Gain

We generalise the optimisation technique of dynamic programming for discretetime systems with an uncertain gain function. We assume that uncertainty about the gain function is described by an imprecise probability model, which generalises the well-known Bayesian, or precise, models. We compare various optimality criteria that can be associated with such a model, and which coincide in the precise case: maximality, robust optimality and maximinity. We show that (only) for the first two an optimal feedback can be constructed by solving a Bellman-like equation. Keywords optimal control, dynamic programming, uncertainty, imprecise probabilities

• Type: Conference
• Year: 2003
• Where: ISIPTA
• Authors: Gert de Cooman, Matthias C. M. Troffaes
• Keywords: Dynamic Programming, Gain Function, ISIPTA 2003, Mathematics, Uncertain Gain Function