Run-to-run product quality control of batch processes

Batch processes have been increasingly used in the production of low volume and high value added products. Consequently, optimization control in batch processes is crucial in order to derive the maximum benefit. In this paper, a run-to-run product quality control based on iterative learning optimization control is developed. Moreover, a rigorous theorem is proposed and proven in this paper, which states that the tracking error under the optimal iterative learning control (ILC) law can converge to zero. In this paper, a typical nonlinear batch continuous stirred tank reactor (CSTR) is considered, and the results show that the performance of trajectory tracking is gradually improved by the ILC. Project supported by the Science Foundation of Shanghai Municipal Education Commission (Grant No.09Y208), and the Science Foundation of Science and Technology Commission of Shanghai Municipality (Grant Nos.08DZ2272400, 09DZ2273400) and the “11th Five-Year Plan” 211 Construction Project of Shanghai University