This document discusses state-space realizations of linear time-invariant (LTI) systems. It begins by introducing state-space representations using matrices A, B, C, and D. It then discusses the concept of equivalent state-space representations that have the same transfer function through transformations. The document also introduces the concepts of zero-state equivalence and companion forms. It concludes by discussing conditions for a transfer function to have a state-space realization and provides a method to obtain a realization using a block companion form.