<div class="section abstract"><div class="htmlview paragraph">To enhance the precision of trajectory tracking for an intelligent vehicle driven
by a multi-axle wheel hub motor, a lateral control strategy based on the linear
quadratic regulator (LQR) is proposed. First, a two-degrees-of-freedom dynamics
model of the four-wheeled vehicle and a trajectory tracking error model are
established. Second, a trajectory tracking controller employing the lateral LQR
control algorithm is designed, while the longitudinal velocity is controlled
using a PID controller. Furthermore, direct yaw moment control is incorporated
to enhance the control precision and stability during trajectory tracking.
Through joint simulations in TruckSim and Simulink under both low-speed and
high-speed conditions, the control algorithm is evaluated. The simulation
results demonstrate that the control algorithm is capable of effectively
conducting joint simulation experiments under various operational scenarios. It
accurately follows the predefined path model, maintaining a tracking distance
deviation of less than 0.18 m, a yaw rate of under 14.5 degrees per second, and
a lateral deviation angle of less than 3 degrees. This algorithm exhibits
excellent trajectory tracking precision and a commendable level of
stability.</div></div>