Cascade Control Applied to a Single-Component Single-Stage Vaporizer—Modeling and Simulation

Abstract

This comprehensive research addresses a gap in the literature by providing an extensive examination of a single-component single-stage vaporizer process. The research involves sophisticated analyses such as dynamic modeling, comprehensive control system design and performance evaluation. The study systematically derives a linear state-space model from complex nonlinear dynamic models, laying the basis for the development of two highly effective control systems specifically designed for vaporizer level and temperature control. The simulations of these control structures demonstrate notable properties, including fast disturbance rejection, minimal overshoot, and virtually no steady-state error, emphasizing their robustness and precision. This research focuses on the stability and response of the system and provides insight into its transient behavior during disturbances and setpoint changes. The study's broad implications extend beyond the results and provide a path for future improvements. The results indicate ways to refine the start-up stage, minimize initial overshoot during system initialization, and further improve control strategies. This work has the potential to make a difference in advancing the field of vaporization processes, providing engineers and researchers with the tools and insights needed to improve system reliability and performance in industrial applications.