On the general solution of the state deadbeat control problem

In this note, the state deadbeat control problem is considered. It is shown that, after appropriate change of basis of input and state spaces, the general solution of the state deadbeat control problem can be expressed completely by the rows of the powers of system matrix. This result yields a very simple procedure for the calculation of a state feedback deadbeat control gain. It also provides the number of free parameters which could be used for further design purposes. The results are illustrated by an example at the end of the note.>