NL 1982_4 – The International Federation of Automatic Control

NL 1982_4

This newsletter issue presents a summary report on the Symposium on Theory and Application of Digital Control held in New Delhi. It details an IFAC initiative to enhance technology transfer and educational support to developing countries through exchange programs. Additionally, the issue outlines upcoming global events for 1982–1983, reports on recent presidential meetings in Laxenburg and Budapest, and features a profile on Council Member Antti Johannes Niemi.

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The issue contains:

Theory and Application of Digital Control
- Author: A. K. Mahalanabis
- What it covers: A report on the IFAC symposium held in New Delhi covering plenary lectures, state of the art papers, and presented topics in digital control, signal processing, and system identification.
Forthcoming Events
- What it covers: A comprehensive schedule and details of upcoming IFAC workshops, symposia, and conferences scheduled for 1982 and 1983 across various international locations.
IFAC Presidents met in Laxenburg and Budapest
- What it covers: An overview of informal meetings between current and past IFAC leadership to discuss organizational matters, publications, and preparations for the 1984 World Congress.
Contribution of IFAC to the Transfer of Automatic Control and Systems Engineering Technology
- Author: M. Cuénod and M. Schaufelberger
- What it covers: A joint proposal by EDCOM and DECOM detailing practical ways to exchange visiting professors, equipment, and publications to assist institutions in developing countries.
Who is Who in IFAC
- What it covers: A professional profile and biographical sketch highlighting the background, research achievements, and IFAC contributions of Council Member Professor Antti Johannes Niemi.