Keywords
complementarity constraints, dynamic optimization, orthogonal collocation, differential algebraic equations
Abstract
This work presents a methodology to represent logical decisions in differential algebraic equation simulation and constrained optimization problems using a set of continuous algebraic equations. The formulations may be used when state variables trigger a change in process dynamics, and introduces a pseudo-binary decision variable, which is continuous, but should only have valid solutions at values of either zero or one within a finite time horizon. This formulation enables dynamic optimization problems with logical disjunctions to be solved by simultaneous solution methods without using methods such as mixed integer programming. Several case studies are given to illustrate the value of this methodology including nonlinear model predictive control of a chemical reactor using a surge tank with overflow to buffer disturbances in feed flow rate. Although this work contains novel methodologies for solving dynamic algebraic equation (DAE) constrained problems where the system may experience an abrupt change in dynamics that may otherwise require a conditional statement, there remain substantial limitations to this methodology, including a limited domain where problems may converge and the possibility for ill-conditioning. Although the problems presented use only continuous algebraic equations, the formulation has inherent non-smoothness. Hence, these problems must be solved with care and only in select circumstances, such as in simulation or situations when the solution is expected to be near the solver’s initial point.
Original Publication Citation
Powell, Kody M., et al. "A Continuous Formulation for Logical Decisions in Differential Algebraic Systems using Mathematical Programs with Complementarity Constraints." Processes 4.1 (2016): 7.
BYU ScholarsArchive Citation
Powell, Kody; Eaton, Ammon N.; Hedengren, John; and Edgar, Thomas F., "A Continuous Formulation for Logical Decisions in Differential Algebraic Systems using Mathematical Programs of Complementarity Constraints" (2016). Faculty Publications. 1664.
https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/facpub/1664
Document Type
Peer-Reviewed Article
Publication Date
2016-03-21
Permanent URL
http://hdl.lib.byu.edu/1877/3604
Publisher
MDPI
Language
English
College
Ira A. Fulton College of Engineering and Technology
Department
Chemical Engineering
Copyright Status
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