Dynamics and Control

You will be required to complete two group projects in the lab as part of this course. Groups will consist of 2 students for lab #1 and 3-4 students for lab #2. One report will be submitted for the group. Homework assignments will be reduced during the time when the project is assigned.

Physical Lab

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Simulation Lab

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Along with the project report, you'll have an opportunity to present your results in a 3-5 minute presentation for the simulation lab. This presentation can be in-class, a video, or some other media form that communicates the project results. Because there will not be sufficient class time for all of the presentations, groups will be able to present in sessions outside of class.

• Simulation Lab 1 | Supplemental Files

• Simulation Lab 1 | Supplemental Files
• Simulation Lab 2 | Supplemental Files
• Simulation Lab 3 | Supplemental Files
• Simulation Lab 4 | Supplemental Files

• Simulation Lab 1 | (Supplemental Files)
• Simulation Lab 2 | (Supplemental Files)
• Simulation Lab 3 | (Supplemental Files)
• Simulation Lab 4 | (Supplemental Files)

• Simulation Lab 1 - Lab 1 Supplemental Files
• Simulation Lab 2 - Lab 2 Supplemental Files
• Simulation Lab 3 - Lab 3 Supplemental Files
• Simulation Lab 4 - Lab 4 Supplemental Files

Project #2 is a virtual system that can be numerically simulated. The purpose of this second lab is to apply more advanced topics that integrate the course material but do not have some of the limitations of physical systems.

Project #1 is an application of feedback control to a physical system. This may include measurement and control of pressure, level, temperature, concentration, etc. The three important elements for this project are that the system has a measurement device, an actuator, and capability to perform computerized control. Below is a list of pre-defined instructions for each of the 4 labs.

Project #1 must be something that involves feedback control of a physical system. This may include measurement and control of pressure, level, temperature, concentration, etc. The three important elements for this project are that the system has a measurement device, an actuator, and capability to perform computerized control.

• Physical Lab 1
• Physical Lab 2
• Physical Lab 3
• Physical Lab 4

Groups for Project #1

Project #2 must be a virtual system that can be numerically simulated. The purpose of this second lab is to apply more advanced topics that integrate the course material but do not have some of the limitations of physical systems.

• Simulation Lab 1
• Simulation Lab 2
• Simulation Lab 3
• Simulation Lab 4

Other examples of simulated systems are found in:

Groups for Project #2

1. Stability analysis, closed loop transfer function, controller tuning with simulation

If you have questions or would like to talk about a potential project, please send a note or stop by the instructor's office.

Lab Projects

You will be required to complete two group projects in the lab as part of this course. Groups will consist of 3-4 students, and one report will be submitted for the group. Homework assignments will be reduced during the time which the project is assigned. It will be necessary to schedule your time in the laboratory since facilities are limited. Please be considerate of others as you schedule and use lab time to complete the group project.

Lab 1: Physical System

Project #1 must be something that involves feedback control of a physical system. This may include measurement and control of pressure, level, temperature, concentration, etc. The three important elements for this project are that the system has a measurement device, an actuator, and capability to perform computerized control.

Lab 2: Simulated System

Project #2 must be a simulated systemor simulated system. Examples of simulated systems are found in:

Repository of nonlinear dynamic models

For each project you will need to limit your report to no more than 2 pages. This project report is a write-up of your results from the lab project. The focus of this report is to effectively communicate a message in a concise and polished format.

Along with the project report, you'll have an opportunity to present your results in a 3-5 minute presentation. This presentation can be in-class, a video, or some other media form that communicates the project results. Because there will not be sufficient class time for all of the presentations, groups will be able to present in sessions outside of class.

You may chose your own system for these lab exercises or stay with the assigned systems. This may be a system from your undergrad research or personal interest.

Groups for Project #1

Groups for Project #2

1. Discussion of unexpected outcomes
2. Clear conclusions and recommendations

1. Linearized model equations, performed Laplace transform, and generated transfer function

Evaluation of Written Project Reports

1. For valve models, a value for Cv f(l) was calculated from theoretical calculations

1. Clear Conclusions

You will need to limit your project report to no more than 2 pages. This project report is a write-up of your results from the lab project. The focus of this report is to effectively communicate a message in a concise and polished format.

1. Group developed a correct model for the system
   1. From First Principles
      1. Simulation of equations to generate step tests and fit to FOPDT
      2. Linearized model equations and performed Laplace transform
      3. For valve models, a value for Cvf(l) was calculated from theoretical calculations
   2. From Empirical Data
      1. Fit data to FOPDT or other appropriate model
      2. Group performed a step test or equivalent test properly and had a graph of the results
2. Group solved the system model
3. FOPDT constants are calculated and the results displayed in the report
4. Tuning parameters for a controller are calculated
5. A graph or table is made of the process response using the controller
6. Controller maintains set point after a step or disturbance
7. Professional Report
   1. Explanations accompany equations and figures
   2. Credible analysis
   3. Discussion of Unexpected Outcomes
   4. Solid Conclusions

Along with the project report, you'll have an opportunity to present your results in a 3-5 minute presentation. This presentation can be an in-class discussion, a pre-recorded video, or some other media form (poster, web-page, YouTube video, etc) that communicates the project results.

Repository of nonlinear dynamic models

Swenson Julie Marie

Withers Mitch R

Slade Trevor Alan, Giri Sunil, Fan Jui Chin,

Nickerson Stella Day, Hagopian Krikor Kevork, Robison Matthew Aaron,

Duncan Joshua Clay, Kelley Tyler D, Woodward Mark Thomas,

Perez Krystian X, Winegar Jordan Wade, Schinn Song Min,

Hollingsworth Bruce Kelly, Little Jared, Fox Cyrus M,

Haynie Jared Daniel, Abbott Casey Scott, Sharma Rabindra, Swenson Julie Marie,

Jensen Kevin Ross, Nielsen Gordon L, Boakye-Yiadom Kwabena, Withers Mitch R,

Lydiksen Michael L, Bhattarai Sameer, Staker Joshua Harrison,

Varner Chad Thomas, Parker Daniel Edward, Rich Debbi Jo,

Rogers Jonathan Brandon, Shelley Aaron B, Pittman Michael,

Jorden Tyler Grant, Poudyal Samiksha, Johnson Chase J,

Bajagain Rupak, Messerly Richard Alma, Thrap Brian James,

Harper Grant Emerson, Malone Kyle Andrew, Oler Kirk William,

Bartholomew Kellie Marie, Himaj Arber, Keller Spencer James,

Scoresby Jared R, Harrison Luke D, DeBroux Bradley Stephen,

Pratt Kyle Evan, Schmutz Hans Andrew, Hagmann Christopher Dean,

Dhungel Saurav, Lazenby Nathan Robert, Adams Jacob Jones,

Bush Derek B, Davis Hannah Serita, Jacobsen Lee T,

Bowen Spencer Henry, Gringeri Anthony Benjamin, Anderson Joseph D,

Ross Stephen Adam, Olson Samuel Ivan, Atkinson Gregory Esplin,

Christianson Jeffery Andrew, George Brady V,

Fernandez Enrique Davila, Badal Joseph Michael,

Lab Project

You will be required to complete a group project in the lab as part of this course. Groups will consist of 3-4 students, and one report will be submitted for the group. Homework assignments will be reduced during the time which the project is assigned. You do not have to write a purpose for the lab. It will be necessary to schedule your time in the laboratory since facilities are limited. Please be considerate of others as you schedule and use lab time to complete the group project.

Project Report

You will need to limit your project report to no more than 2 pages. This project report is a write-up of your results from the lab project. The focus of this report is to effectively communicate a message in a concise and polished format. Along with the project report, you'll have an opportunity to present your results in a 3-5 minute presentation. This presentation can be an in-class discussion, a pre-recorded video, or some other media form (poster, web-page, YouTube video, etc) that communicates the project results.

Chose Your Own Project

You may also chose your own system for this lab exercise. This may be a system from your undergrad research or personal interest. It can either be a physical or simulated system. Examples of simulated systems are found in:

Repository of nonlinear dynamic models

If you chose to do your own project, look for systems that have the following characteristics:

• Dynamic system
• Available measurement or simulation of the controlled variable response
• Actuator that adjusts the controlled variable response
• Process can be controlled by a computer

If you have questions or would like to talk about a potential project, please send a note or stop by the instructor's office.

Groups

Lab 1

Slade Trevor Alan Giri Sunil Fan Jui Chin Anderson William Michael

Nickerson Stella Day Hagopian Krikor Kevork Robison Matthew Aaron Dzubak Jordan D

Duncan Joshua Clay Kelley Tyler D Woodward Mark Thomas Mailes Drake Theodore

Perez Krystian X Winegar Jordan Wade Schinn Song Min Bean Jeffrey Kevin

Hollingsworth Bruce Kelly Little Jared Fox Cyrus M Parkinson David A

Haynie Jared Daniel Abbott Casey Scott Sharma Rabindra Swenson Julie Marie

Lab 2

Jensen Kevin Ross Nielsen Gordon L Boakye-Yiadom Kwabena Withers Mitch R

Lydiksen Michael L Bhattarai Sameer Staker Joshua Harrison Lemon Geoffrey E

Varner Chad Thomas Parker Daniel Edward Rich Debbi Jo Pokharel Suman

Rogers Jonathan Brandon Shelley Aaron B Pittman Michael Balls Amy Eleanor

Jorden Tyler Grant Poudyal Samiksha Johnson Chase J Bhattarai Ganesh

Lab 3

Bajagain Rupak Messerly Richard Alma Thrap Brian James Wright Anne Elizabeth

Harper Grant Emerson Malone Kyle Andrew Oler Kirk William Brown Austin Allen

Bartholomew Kellie Marie Himaj Arber Keller Spencer James Rapp Amelia

Scoresby Jared R Harrison Luke D DeBroux Bradley Stephen Mecham Kellen Michelle

Pratt Kyle Evan Schmutz Hans Andrew Hagmann Christopher Dean Katz Anna Lee

Dhungel Saurav Lazenby Nathan Robert Adams Jacob Jones Anderson John H

Lab 4

Bush Derek B Davis Hannah Serita Jacobsen Lee T Gooch Kelsey Lynn

Bowen Spencer Henry Gringeri Anthony Benjamin Anderson Joseph D Seegmiller Trevor David

Ross Stephen Adam Olson Samuel Ivan Atkinson Gregory Esplin Richens Scott Taylor

Christianson Jeffery Andrew George Brady V Grigsby II David Alan

Fernandez Enrique Davila Badal Joseph Michael Russon Jenna Lyn