文摘
In this paper, a coordinated-distributed model predictive control (CDMPC) scheme is presented for discrete-time linear process systems. The coordinated-distributed control scheme proposed in this work benefits from using local model predictive controllers that can be coordinated to achieve the plantwide (centralized) optimal performance. The 鈥減rice-driven鈥?method is used to coordinate the local controllers. Newton鈥檚 method, along with a sensitivity analysis technique, is used to update the price in the price-driven method. Convergence of the performance obtained with the CDMPC controllers to the plantwide optimal performance is shown. Simulation examples, including a forced-circulation evaporator process, are used to illustrate the effectiveness of the proposed coordinated-distributed control scheme.