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Nonlinear control of ventilation rate using state dependent parameter models

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Published
<mark>Journal publication date</mark>09/2006
<mark>Journal</mark>Biosystems Engineering
Issue number1
Volume95
Number of pages12
Pages (from-to)7-18
Publication StatusPublished
<mark>Original language</mark>English

Abstract

The objective of this paper is to develop non-linear proportional-integral-plus (PIP) control algorithms for regulating ventilation rate in mechanically ventilated agricultural buildings. State-dependent parameter (SDP) models are developed for an environmental test chamber, representing a section of a livestock building or glasshouse. Here, the system is modelled using the quasi-linear SDP model structure in which the parameters are functionally dependent on other variables in the system. The model is subsequently utilised to develop a new approach to control system design, based on non-linear PIP pole assignment, with a discrete-time Smith Predictor to handle the sampled time delays. Implementation results for the test chamber demonstrate improved control of ventilation rate, with a faster response to disturbances in comparison with both linear and conventional (linearised) scheduled PIP control. The approach has application to a wide class of other non-linear systems, as demonstrated by simulation examples.