Based on a closed-loop step response test, control-oriented low-order model identification algorithms are proposed for unstable processes. By using a damping factor to the closed-loop step response for realization of the Laplace transform, an algorithm for estimating the process frequency response is developed in terms of the closed-loop control structure used for identification. Correspondingl...

In this work the identification of first-order plus dead-time models from a relay experiment is considered. The relay excitation is applied to the closed-loop. Alternative techniques for identification are examined and simple algorithms are proposed for dealing with the dead-time. Simulation examples are used to illustrate the techniques.

In dealing with model predictive controllers (MPC), controller tuning is a key design step. Various tuning methods are proposed in the literature which can be categorized as heuristic, numerical and analytical methods. Among the available tuning methods, analytical approaches are more interesting and useful. This paper is based on a proposed analytical MPC tuning approach for plants can be appr...

Dynamic Matrix Control (DMC) is a widely used model predictive controller (MPC) in industrial plants. The successful implementation of DMC in practical applications requires a proper tuning of the controller. The available tuning procedures are mainly based on experience and empirical results. This paper develops an analytical tool for DMC tuning. It is based on the application of Analysis of V...