Search Results - "Sbarbaro, D."

The use of solar energy in the copper mining processes: A comprehensive review by Behar, O., Peña, R., Kouro, S., Kracht, W., Fuentealba, E., Moran, L., Sbarbaro, D.

“…The copper mineral processing industry faces complex scenarios with increased demand, highly variable energy prices, falling ore grades that increase energy…”
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Energy-based control of a distributed parameter bi-zone model with moving interface by Lotero, F., Couenne, F., Maschke, B., Sbarbaro, D.

“…In this work, a model-based control of the melt temperature of a distributed parameter bi-zone model with moving interface of an extrusion process is studied…”
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On the spectral bands measurements for combustion monitoring by Arias, L., Torres, S., Sbarbaro, D., Ngendakumana, P.

“…In this work, spatial–spectral experimental issues affecting the detection of radical emissions in a natural gas flame are discussed and studied by a…”
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Topologies and Control Strategies of Partial Power DC/DC Converters for Photovoltaic Systems by Weldt, N., Espinoza, J., Sbarbaro, D., Moran, L., Kouro, S.

“…An interleaved DC/DC power cells-based topology is proposed in combination with a control method for photovoltaic plants. For this, two partial power and two…”
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Distributed parameter bi-zone model with moving interface of an extrusion process and experimental validation by Lotero, F., Couenne, F., Maschke, B., Sbarbaro, D.

“…In this work, a distributed parameter bi-zone dynamic model with moving interface of an extrusion process is presented. In this case, a variable viscosity is…”
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Robust PI and PID design for first- and second-order processes with zeros, time-delay and structured uncertainties by Parada, M., Sbarbaro, D., Borges, R. A., Peres, P. L. D.

“…The use of robust design techniques such as the one based on and for tuning proportional integral (PI) and proportional integral derivative (PID) controllers…”
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An adaptive sliding-mode controller for discrete nonlinear systems by Munoz, D., Sbarbaro, D.

“…This paper presents a sliding-mode controller for a class of nonlinear discrete-time systems. The proposed controller uses a modified switching function that…”
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Reduced forward models in electrical impedance tomography with probe geometry by Nissinen, A., Sbarbaro, D., Heikkinen, L.M., Vauhkonen, M.

“…One possible technique to monitor sedimentation and froth flotation processes is electrical impedance tomography (EIT). When EIT is used in these applications,…”
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Robust Sheet Tension Estimation for Paper Winders by Valenzuela, M.A., Carrasco, R., Sbarbaro, D.

“…This paper proposes and evaluates two robust sheet tension estimation algorithms based on unwind and rewind variables, respectively. The proper sheet tension…”
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Real-time monitoring and characterization of flames by principal-component analysis by Sbarbaro, D., Farias, O., Zawadsky, A.

“…This work describes the characterization of combustion flames by using Principal-Component Analysis. Generalized Hebbian Learning is applied to extract the…”
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Analysis of Artificial Neural Networks for Pattern-Based Adaptive Control by Sbarbaro, D., Johansen, T.A.

“…Adaptive pattern-based control strategies adapt their parameters from an analysis of response patterns exhibited by the system. This work presents an analysis…”
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An adaptive fuzzy hybrid state observer for bioprocesses by Ascencio, P., Sbarbaro, D., de Azevedo, S.F.

“…In order to monitor and control bioprocesses, online measurements of certain biological variables, like biomass concentration, are normally required…”
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Lyapunov-based optimizing control of nonlinear blending processes by Johansen, T.A., Sbarbaro, D.

“…Blending processes consisting of linear dynamics and a static nonlinearity are considered. We propose a control law that optimizes the equilibrium point of the…”
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Generalized Predictive PI Controller: Analysis and Design for Time Delay Systems by Briones, O.A., Rojas, A.J., Sbarbaro, D.

“…Many industrial processes can be approximated by low order plus dead-time models. In this work we propose a novel Generalized Predictive PI (GPPI) controller…”
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A multi-input-single-output smith predictor for feeders control in SAG grinding plants by Sbarbaro, D., Barriga, J., Valenzuela, H., Cortes, G.

“…The accurate control of feeders in semiautogenous grinding(SAG) mills plays an important role for obtaining good operational results. This brief presents the…”
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A simplified methodology to estimate solar irradiance and atmospheric turbidity from ambient temperature and relative humidity by Behar, O., Sbarbaro, D., Marzo, A., Moran, L.

“…Knowledge of atmospheric turbidity and solar energy resources is essential for optimum planning and operation of solar-powered processes, cleaning of solar…”
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A pattern based strategy for using multidimensional sensors in process control by Sbarbaro, D., Espinoza, P., Araneda, J.

“…Multidimensional sensors can deliver vast and rich information about the industrial processes operation. At industrial level, they are becoming widely…”
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Fast MPC Algorithm for a Grid Tied Photovoltaic System based on a Multilevel Inverter by Silva, J., Espinoza, J., Sbarbaro, D., Moran, L., Rohten, Jaime, Vaccaro, Luis

“…This paper proposes a mixed linear control and model predictive control (MPC) scheme with extended horizon for a neutral point inverter topology (NPC) for…”
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Multiobjective Switching State Selector for Finite-States Model Predictive Control Based on Fuzzy Decision Making in a Matrix Converter by Villarroel, F., Espinoza, J. R., Rojas, C. A., Rodriguez, J., Rivera, M., Sbarbaro, D.

“…Finite-states model predictive control is a rising alternative in the control of power converters and drives. Successful application to different topologies…”
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Modelling a chlorination tower: a multiple model approach by Sbarbaro, D., Lazo, V., Hernaiz, F.

“…This paper describes the modelling of an industrial chlorination tower by a multiple model approach. Two local model structures, local ARX and local Laguerre…”
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