This paper deals with the problem of finite-time sampled-data control for nonlinear flexible spacecraft described by Takagi–Sugeno (T–S) fuzzy model with stochastic actuator failures. Different from the existing literatures, T–S fuzzy approach is used to model the nonlinear behaviors of flexible spacecraft for its good approximation performance. A novel and general input model related to Markovian variables is developed to depict the stochastic actuator failures, which is capable of covering various faulty modes. With the aid of stochastic analysis and convex optimization techniques, a novel fault-tolerant fuzzy switching controller is designed to carry out the finite-time attitude stabilization for flexible spacecraft with the existence of stochastic failures and sampled-data inputs, and an optimal   $H_\infty$   performance level is ensured simultaneously. Finally, a practical example with simulation results are provided to validate the effectiveness of the developed control strategy.
['Guanghui Sun', 'Shidong Xu', 'Zhan Li']
Finite-Time Fuzzy Sampled-Data Control for Nonlinear Flexible Spacecraft With Stochastic Actuator Failures