Preface: Special Issue on Control Engineering

We are honored to bring you this special issue of AUT Journal of Electrical Engineering, dedicated to the latest developments in the field of control engineering.
Control engineering, at the intersection of theory and application, plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of human’s life from industrial automation and robotics to aerospace applications to healthcare and energy systems.
The articles included in this special issue explore into a variety of topics, ranging from classical control theory to emerging paradigms such as adaptive control, optimal control, and applications of intelligent methods in control engineering. The authors explore novel applications, share insights into practical challenges, and propose innovative solutions that contribute to the ongoing evolution of control engineering.
We express our appreciation to the authors who have contributed their work to this special issue. We also extend our gratitude to the reviewers whose expertise and constructive feedback have been instrumental in ensuring the scholarly excellence of the accepted papers.
We hope that this special issue serves as a valuable resource for researchers, practitioners, and students alike. As the field continues to evolve, we look forward to witnessing the impact of these advancements on technology and society.
Thank you for joining us on this intellectual journey through the exciting world of control engineering.

Heidar Ali Talebi
Mohammad Farrokhi
Guest Editors
AUT Journal of Electrical Engineering