Performance Degradation Analysis and Optimization of the Stepless Capacity Regulation System for Reciprocating Compressors

The regulating performance degradation of the stepless capacity regulation system for reciprocating compressors occurs frequently in long-term operations. It affects the safe and stable operation of the compressor seriously. The degradation mechanisms in a stepless capacity regulation system are mainly caused by valve leakage, degeneration of the reset spring of the unloader, and (or) deviation of the solenoid valve’s characteristic parameters. In this study, to research the system performance degradation mechanisms and the influence of control parameters on system behavior, a multi-subsystem mathematics model which integrates compressor, gas pipeline, buffer tank, and actuator was built. In order to calculate the rate of degradation, a load prediction model based on a modified back-propagation neural network was established. The rate of degradation can be calculated using the predicted results. In order to optimize system regulation performance, a degradation-based optimization framework was developed which determines optimum control parameter compensation to achieve a minimum degradation rate. In addition, in order to avoid over-compensation, an adaptive control parameter compensation optimization method was adopted. According to the deviation between the given load and the prediction load, the control parameter compensations are obtained adaptively. Finally, two optimization experiments are carried out to show the effectiveness of the developed framework. The optimization results illustrate the degradation rate of the system gradually returning to normal during 60s without any over-compensation.

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