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A cooperative control method and application for series multivariable coupled system.

Yongchuan Yu¹, Haonan Yang², Shuo Wan³

¹Faculty of Information Technology, Beijing University of Technology, Beijing, 100084, China.

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A new cooperative control method effectively decouples complex series multivariable coupled systems. This approach ensures precise control of individual loops, improving efficiency in applications like water transfer projects.

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Area of Science:

Process Control Engineering
Systems Engineering
Control Theory

Background:

Series multivariable coupled systems present significant control challenges due to interdependencies between system components.
The complex interactions within these systems make isolated control of individual loops difficult, impacting overall system performance.
Existing control strategies often struggle to manage the coupled dynamics effectively.

Purpose of the Study:

To propose a novel cooperative control method for series multivariable coupled systems.
To address the inherent coupling effects that complicate process control.
To enhance the stability and performance of complex industrial control systems.

Main Methods:

Development of a decoupling controller to eliminate inter-stage coupling effects.
Decomposition of the coupled system into independent, manageable control loops.
Implementation of a differential leading proportional-integral (PI) error compensation technique for precise setpoint tracking.

Main Results:

The proposed cooperative control method successfully decouples the series multivariable system.
The differential leading PI error compensation ensures accurate control without static error.
Lyapunov stability is satisfied, demonstrating the robustness of the control strategy.
Successful simulation in a cascade pumping station system for a major water transfer project.

Conclusions:

The cooperative control method provides an effective solution for managing series multivariable coupled systems.
The approach simplifies control of individual loops, leading to improved operational efficiency.
The method's successful application in a complex water transfer project highlights its practical viability.