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This paper derives a gradient method for the iterative solution of control problems described by neutral equations. Three numerical examples are considered, including one with terminal constraints.
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Connor, M.A., Leese, S.J. A gradient method for neutral systems. J Optim Theory Appl 21, 353–367 (1977). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00933536
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