Abstract

This workshop presents a broad perspective on recent and emerging directions in nonlinear control theory, with emphasis on sliding mode control. The discussion reflects ongoing advances in controller and observer design, robustness analysis, and implementation-oriented methodologies. By connecting theoretical insights with contemporary challenges, the workshop offers a forward-looking view of how nonlinear and sliding mode control continue to evolve, providing a flexible platform for presenting new ideas and research perspectives in the field.

About the Speaker

Prof. Leonid Fridman is a distinguished professor at the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) and a key contributor to modern sliding mode control. His pioneering contributions to higher-order sliding modes have strongly shaped modern robust control methodologies and their application to complex engineering systems worldwide. He has authored influential books and an numerous highly cited journal publications and has contributed to the international research community through editorial service and scientific leadership. He served as Chairman of the IEEE Control Systems Society Technical Committee on Variable Structure and Sliding Mode Control and is an Emeritus Member of the National System of Researchers.