Stability of Subharmonic Oscillations in Nonlinear Systems
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This paper presents a method for finding necessary conditions such that a subharmonic oscillation may exist in certain types of nonlinear feedback systems. The method is applicable to feedback systems with one, instantaneous, nonmemory-type, nonlinear element. Equations are derived giving the fundamental output of a nonlinear element when forced by two sine waves of integer ratio frequency. Normal describing-function assumptions are made with regard to attenuation of higher-order harmonics. An example of a system incorporating a perfect relay is presented. The results of the analysis have been verified experimentally on the analog computer.
1978 ◽
Vol 23
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pp. 891-896
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1985 ◽
Vol 32
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pp. 402-403
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