Structure restricted (PID) controller performance assessment for multi-stage batch processes with tracking and regulatory requirements

A new control performance assessment method based on a structured residual for multi-stage batch processes is presented. After separating the process into different stages according to reference signal dynamics, based on specific tracking and regulatory requirements of different stage, a structured residual focusing on deterministic part of output error with different weights on each stage is minimized to form the performance benchmark. In this way, it explores the equilibrium control effect in tracking and regulatory stages of batch processes in the whole batch sense. The best control performance with respect to stage balance and the overall optimal controller settings are searched using Newton´s method. The application to an exothermic chemical batch reactor shows its effectiveness and feasibility.