Universiti Kuala Lumpur Malaysian Institute of Chemical and Bioengineering Technology

CPB 30004 PROCESS DYNAMICS & CONTROL ASSIGNMENT 1

Answer the following questions based on your understanding on the article Current Problems in Process Control by Thomas F. Edgar

1. Briey explain the gap between control theory and practice. 2. Describe the causes that establish the acceptance of industry on advanced control concepts. 3. Briey elaborate the following terms: i. Predictive control ii.Adaptive control iii. Multivariable and robust control ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! (15 marks)

* This is an individual work. * Deadline: 11 Oct 2013 (Friday), before 5.00 pm (UTC +8.00) * Can be handwritten/typewritten