@inproceedings{9d9ac09d495047c1b14f660a0125bdf3,
title = "Optimization and low-level control design for reactive batch distillation columns including the start-up",
abstract = "In this paper, the optimization and low-level control design for Reactive Batch Distillation Columns (RBD) including startup operation are investigated. This is a complex problem involving control of heat and mass transfer phenomena over a wide operating window. A new model for the startup operation of an RBD column is proposed. Using this model, an offline optimization problem is solved to minimize the start-up time. Additionally, the classical low-level controllers for RBD columns are reformulated, and a new cascade control strategy with decouplers is proposed. This control structure allows reducing the strong interaction among the input-output variables of the RBD. Finally, the model, the optimal startup, and the proposed controllers are tested on simulation on a polyesterification process.",
keywords = "Low-Level Control, Optimal operation, Reactive Batch Distillation Columns, Start-up",
author = "{Marquez Ruiz}, A. and J.H.A. Ludlage and L. Ozkan",
year = "2018",
month = jul,
day = "1",
doi = "10.1016/B978-0-444-64241-7.50091-4",
language = "English",
isbn = "978-0-444-64243-1",
series = "Computer Aided Chemical Engineering",
publisher = "Elsevier",
pages = "577--582",
editor = "Eden, {Mario R.} and Ierapetritou, {Marianthi G.} and Towler, {Gavin P.}",
booktitle = "13th International Symposium on Process Systems Engineering (PSE 2018)",
address = "Netherlands",
note = "13th International Symposium on Process Systems Engineering (PSE 2018), PSE 2018 ; Conference date: 01-07-2018 Through 05-07-2018",
}