Filippo Donida

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Filippo Donida is a leading figure in equation-based, object-oriented (EOO) modelling, with a focus on bridging the gap between simulation and advanced control system design. His research centers on the formal representation and exchange of dynamic system models, particularly those described by differential-algebraic equations (DAEs). Donida’s major contribution is the development of an XML-based standard for representing flat Modelica models, first detailed in his 2009 paper (12 citations). This work provides a neutral, DAE-based model exchange format, enabling models to be used beyond traditional simulation—for tasks like optimization and real-time control. His influential 2009 paper “Beyond Simulation” (7 citations) further articulates a vision for the next decade of computer-aided control system design, arguing that while EOO modelling is mature for simulation, more direct support is needed for model-based control. Donida’s work is foundational for researchers and engineers seeking to leverage high-fidelity, reusable models in control applications, making him a key architect of the infrastructure for modern, equation-driven cyber-physical systems.