This paper addresses a new approach, the optimal path estimation method (OP
EM), to implement the time optimal bang-bang control. OPEM is based on feed
back information obtained by estimating the distance from the present state
to the switching surface along the optimal trajectory. A fuzzy algorithm i
s used for the implementation of the control logic. The advantages of the p
roposed method are illustrated by numerical simulations of a multimachine i
nfinite-bus power system.