Fractional-order proportional-integral-derivative linear active disturbance rejection control design and parameter optimization for hypersonic vehicles with actuator faults

The hypersonic vehicle model is characterized by strong coupling, nonlinearity, and acute changes of aerodynamic parameters, which are challenging for control system design. This study investigates a novel compound control scheme that combines the advantages of the Fractional-Order Proportional-Integral-Derivative (FOPID) controller and Linear Active Disturbance Rejection Control (LADRC) for reentry flight control of hypersonic vehicles with actuator faults. First, given that the controller has adjustable parameters, the frequency-domain analysis-method-based parameter tuning strategy is utilized for the FOPID controller and LADRC method (FOLADRC). Then, the influences of the actuator model on the anti-disturbance capability and parameter tuning of the FOLADRC-based closed-loop control system are analyzed. Finally, the simulation results indicate that the proposed FOLADRC approach has satisfactory performance in terms of rapidity, accuracy, and robustness under the normal operating condition and actuator fault condition.