Time-weighted MR for switched LPV systems via balanced realization

A new model reduction (MR) method is developed for continuous-time switched linear parameter-varying (LPV) systems based on time-weighted gramians. Using time-weighted energy functionals and parameter-independent multiple Lyapunov functions, the time-weighted controllability and observability gramians are obtained. With a balanced transformation matrix optimally derived, the authors show that a balanced realisation can be achieved for the original switched LPV systems. A series of low-order models for different weighting factors are yielded by state truncation or singular perturbation techniques. The reduced-order models can preserve the stability. The feasibility and effectiveness of the proposed MR method are illustrated by two examples including a three spring-mass system.