An Update to the Level Set Theorems in Hamilton-Jacobi Reachability Analysis

Abstract

Hamilton-Jacobi Reachability (HJR) is an important framework for controlling safety-critical systems despite uncertainty. Its theoretical underpinnings are rooted in Hamilton-Jacobi Partial Differential Equations, which provide the value function used for controller synthesis. The Level Set Theorems of HJR allow one to interpret the value function in terms of satisfaction of a qualitative goal (e.g. goal-reaching or obstacle-avoidance). We here provide a technical update regarding additional criteria needed for these theorems to hold.