Title :
Recent successful fuzzy logic applications in industrial automation
Author :
von Altrock, C. ; Gebhardt, Johann
Author_Institution :
INFORM Germany, Aachen, Germany
Abstract :
In this paper we review eight recent applications of fuzzy logic in industrial automation. All applications used the so-called “fuzzy programmable logic controller (PLC)”, an innovative hardware platform that merges fuzzy logic and traditional automation techniques. Following a quick overview on the fuzzy PLC, we discuss the applications and focus on how fuzzy logic enabled a superior solution compared to conventional techniques. We quantify the benefit of fuzzy PLC in cost saving or quality improvement
Keywords :
cost-benefit analysis; economics; fuzzy control; fuzzy logic; industrial control; programmable controllers; building climate control; cost saving; crane control; fuzzy PLC; fuzzy control; fuzzy logic; hydraulic press control; industrial automation; multivariable control; plastic moulding machines; programmable logic controller; quality improvement; tunnel inspection robots; waste incineration plants; waste water treatment; wind energy converter control; Automatic control; Automation; Fuzzy control; Fuzzy logic; Industrial control; Mathematical model; Process control; Programmable control; Supervisory control; Three-term control;
Conference_Titel :
Fuzzy Systems, 1996., Proceedings of the Fifth IEEE International Conference on
Conference_Location :
New Orleans, LA
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-3645-3
DOI :
10.1109/FUZZY.1996.552661
