Modelling and PID control of Vacuum System

Project description

The vacuum system in the detector is controlled by a PID controller which takes a signal from a pressure sensor in a valve and then compares this signal with a reference set point. The resulting signal is processed by a PID controller to adjust the input to the valve actuator. 

The project would involve capturing input and output data from the control system in response to step changes in the set point in order to fit a simplified model to the system dynamics. Then new PID controller parameters would be designed to optimize the performance of the control system.

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Information for applicants

• Collaboration with Dr. Lindsey Bignell (RSPhys)
• Suitable for School of Engineering research-based courses, such as: ENGN3712, ENGN4350, ENGN4706, ENGN4712, ENGN4718.
• Suitable for both domestic and international students.

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How to apply

If you are interested, please email a brief expression of interest to the project supervisor.