DEVELOPMENT OF TUBULAR CHEMICAL REACTOR MODELS FOR CONTROL PURPOSES

A generalized nonlinear mathematical model for fixed-bed tubular chemi cal reactors with cooling is proposed. The model is suitable for simul ation experiments. A strategy, focused on simplifying and adapting the ''primary'' model to control applications is shown. This procedure is driven through the so-called ''pseudohomogeneous'' form of the model until a final description which is linear and relatively simple. The r esulting model is offered as a good basis for optimal control design. Some simulation events are included.