This paper deals with output feedback stabilization under input constr
aints of continuous polymerization reactors. We show that a saturated
state feedback controller can handle input constraints together with t
he global asymptotic stability of the closed-loop dynamics. A state ob
server is then designed and incorporated into the loop. We prove that
global asymptotic stability still holds in the controller-observer cas
e. Some simulation results for styrene polymerization are provided. Co
pyright (C) 1996 Elsevier Science Ltd