A robust non-linear feedback control strategy for a class of bioprocesses

This study proposes a multiple-input/multiple-output robust approach to the control of bioprocesses based on a cascaded-loop strategy. The internal loop is a classical input-to-output feedback linearising controller which is obtained from the nominal dynamics of the bioprocess. Then, the outer loop is designed based on the internal model principle to obtain zero steady-state tracking error (and disturbance rejection) for constant signals while ensuring the robust stability of the overall closed-loop system. In addition, a robust Luenberger-like observer is proposed to estimate unmeasured state variables for the feedback linearising control law. The approach is applied to the simultaneous control of biomass and substrate concentrations in a perfusion/chemostat bioreactor, where the simulation results demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed control strategy.

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