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Autotuning and controller design for processes with small time delays

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posted on 2023-06-07, 22:51 authored by S Majhi, D P Atherton
A set of general expressions is derived from a single asymmetrical relay feedback test for online plant identification. The expressions also remain valid for an odd symmetrical limit cycle test method. Using the expressions, the exact parameters of open-loop stable and unstable first-order plus time delay (FOPDT) and second-order plus time delay (SOPDT) transfer function models may be obtained from simple measurements made on the limit cycle. The approach can also be used to identify transfer functions of integrating processes. Conditions for the existence of limit cycles in unstable FOPDT and SOPDT processes are derived. The design of controllers for these processes is then considered and a simple, but very effective, approach using standard forms with a variable zero is presented. The advantages of using PI-PD control, compared with conventional PID or PI-D control, particularly for unstable and integrating processes is clearly shown. Examples are given to illustrate the value of the proposed general identification method and the improved system performance provided by the proposed controllers.

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Publication status

  • Published

Journal

IEE Proceedings Control Theory and Applications

ISSN

1350-2379

Publisher

Institution of Engineering and Technology

Issue

5

Volume

146

Page range

415-425

ISBN

1350-2379

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  • Engineering and Design Publications

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  • Yes

Legacy Posted Date

2012-02-06

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