Abstract
In this paper the methods for applying Pontryagin's Maximum Principle to determine the time-optimal control policies for both a linearized and non-linear continuous stirred tank reactor system are presented. Both the time optimal control to a desired operating steady-state and to a specified region about this steady-state are considered. The paper also describes the successful simulation and control of the experimental system of the exothermic decomposition of hydrogen peroxide. The reaction is catalyzed by iodide ion which is introduced in a potassium iodide solution. The system is controlled by varying the water flow through an internal cooling coil.
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