Stability analysis and design of fuzzy control systems

The stability of a fuzzy feedback control system consisting of a fuzzy controller connected in series with a plant described by a fuzzy model is discussed. The stability analysis is based on some new theorems that guarantee sufficient conditions for asymptotical stability of the equilibrium point and total stability of the system. The stability analysis results are used to provide an approach to fuzzy controller design. The steps of the approach are specified through a design example.