International Journal of Control, Automation and Systems is a joint publication of the Institute of Control, Robotics and Systems (ICROS) and the Korean Institute of Electrical Engineers (KIEE).The journal covers three closly-related research areas including control, automation, and systems.The technical areas includeControl TheoryControl ApplicationsRobotics and AutomationIntelligent and Information SystemsThe Journal addresses research areas focused on control, automation, and systems in electrical, mechanical, aerospace, chemical, and industrial engineering in order to create a strong synergy effect throughout the interdisciplinary research areas.