ACTIVE CONTROL OF A FLEXIBLE CANTILEVER PLATE WITH MULTIPLE TIME DELAYS

Active control of a flexible cantilever plate with multiple time delays is investigated using the discrete optimal control method. A controller with multiple time delays is presented. In this controller, time delay effect is incorporated in the mathematical model of the dynamic system throughout the control design and no approximations and assumptions are made in the controller derivation, so the system stability is easily guaranteed. Furthermore, this controller is available for both small time delays and large time delays. The feasibility and efficiency of the proposed controller are verified through numerical simulations in the end of this paper.

An Improved Harris Hawk Optimization Algorithm for Flexible Job Shop Scheduling Problem

Flexible job shop scheduling problem(FJSP)is the core decision-making problem of intelligent manufacturing production management.The Harris hawk optimization(HHO)algorithm,as a typical metaheuristic algorithm,has been widely employed to solve scheduling problems.However,HHO suffers from premature convergence when solving NP-hard problems.Therefore,this paper proposes an improved HHO algorithm(GNHHO)to solve the FJSP.GNHHO introduces an elitism strategy,a chaotic mechanism,a nonlinear escaping energy update strategy,and a Gaussian random walk strategy to prevent premature convergence.A flexible job shop scheduling model is constructed,and the static and dynamic FJSP is investigated to minimize the makespan.This paper chooses a two-segment encoding mode based on the job and the machine of the FJSP.To verify the effectiveness of GNHHO,this study tests it in 23 benchmark functions,10 standard job shop scheduling problems(JSPs),and 5 standard FJSPs.Besides,this study collects data from an agricultural company and uses the GNHHO algorithm to optimize the company’s FJSP.The optimized scheduling scheme demonstrates significant improvements in makespan,with an advancement of 28.16%for static scheduling and 35.63%for dynamic scheduling.Moreover,it achieves an average increase of 21.50%in the on-time order delivery rate.The results demonstrate that the performance of the GNHHO algorithm in solving FJSP is superior to some existing algorithms.

Optimal guidance strategy for flexible load based on hybrid direct load control and time of use

The time-of-use(TOU)strategy can effectively improve the energy consumption mode of customers,reduce the peak-valley difference of load curve,and optimize the allocation of energy resources.This study presents an Optimal guidance mechanism of the flexible load based on strategies of direct load control and time-of-use.First,this study proposes a period partitioning model,which is based on a moving boundary technique with constraint factors,and the Dunn Validity Index(DVI)is used as the objective to solve the period partitioning.Second,a control strategy for the curtailable flexible load is investigated,and a TOU strategy is utilized for further modifying load curve.Third,a price demand response strategy for adjusting transferable load is proposed in this paper.Finally,through the case study analysis of typical daily flexible load curve,the efficiency and correctness of the proposed method and model are validated and proved.

Development of a Simulation-Based Intelligent Decision Support System for the Adaptive Real-Time Control of Flexible Manufacturing Systems

This paper describes a simulation-based intelligent decision support system (IDSS) for real time control of a flexible manufacturing system (FMS) with machine and tool flexibility. The manufacturing processes involved in FMS are complicated since each operation may be done by several machining centers. The system design approach is built around the theory of dynamic supervisory control based on a rule-based expert system. The paper considers flexibility in operation assignment and scheduling of multi-purpose machining centers which have different tools with their own efficiency. The architecture of the proposed controller consists of a simulator module coordinated with an IDSS via a real time event handler for implementing inter-process synchronization. The controller’s performance is validated by benchmark test problem.

A Flexible DSP-Based Network forReal-Time Image-Processing

This paper proposed a general purpose real-time image processing system based on a flexible DSP-based Network, which is implemented by a high bandwidth communication channel, links. The links is realized using FPGA and provides a bandwidth of 12. 8 Gbit/s. Using the links, The topologic of multi-DSP system can be changed online to meet the variabilities of the parallel algorithm of image processing. The system can be assembled with utmost tens of boards and maintain the high communication speed. Analysis of the system adaptivity to image processing is testified followed by actual results. Key words real-time image processing - multi-DSP - flexible - scalable - FPGA - links CLC number TP 303 Foundation item: Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (60135020)Biography: MAO Hai-cen(1973-), male, Ph.D. candidate, research direction: artificial intelligence, expert system, pattern recognition and image processing

Discrete time transfer matrix method for dynamics of multibody system with flexible beams moving in space

In this paper, by defining new state vectors and developing new transfer matrices of various elements mov- ing in space, the discrete time transfer matrix method of multi-rigid-flexible-body system is expanded to study the dynamics of multibody system with flexible beams moving in space. Formulations and numerical example of a rigid- flexible-body three pendulums system moving in space are given to validate the method. Using the new method to study the dynamics of multi-rigid-flexible-body system mov- ing in space, the global dynamics equations of system are not needed, the orders of involved matrices of the system are very low and the computational speed is high, irrespec- tive of the size of the system. The new method is simple, straightforward, practical, and provides a powerful tool for multi-rigid-flexible-body system dynamics.

Finite-time State Feedback Stabilization Method for a Class of Flexible Manipulators

Aimed at the finite-time stabilization problem of a class of flexible manipulators,a finite-time state feedback stabilization controller was proposed in this paper.Firstly,the nonlinear model of flexible manipulators was transformed into linear system through the exact state feedback linearization,and then using the finite time stabilization control method of the linear system,a finite-time state feedback stabilization controller was designed for the flexible manipulators.Furthermore,it was proved that all the states of flexible manipulators could be stabilized to equilibrium in finite-time under the proposed controller.The simulation results show that the performance of the flexible manipulators under the proposed finite-time state feedback controller is better than the traditional state-feedback controller.The proposed finite-time stabilization controller can improve the performance of the flexible manipulators.

Intelligent Examination Monitoring and Maintenance for the Safety of Operation of Flexible Manufacturing Systems

Based on the system of electric power supply for flexible manufacturing systems (FMS), a study has been carried out on the intelligent safety examination, monitoring and maintenance of its running environment. On the basis of the specific feature of the power supply network of an FMS, real time monitoring system of the power supply network and the fault diagnostic expert system for the power equipment have been designed. This system can diagnose not only definite fault phenomena, but also fuzzy, uncertain fault phenomena as well. Fault diagnostic knowledge base for the power equipment has been founded hierarchy architecture model and the method of fault tree analysis. Feasibility of this system has been proved by computer simulation.

Simultaneous Optimization of Synthesis and Scheduling of Cleaning in Flexible Heat Exchanger Networks

A novel methodology is presented for simultaneously optimizing synthesis and cleaning schedule of flexible heat exchanger network(HEN)by genetic/simulated annealing algorithms(GA/SA).Through taking into account the effect of fouling process on optimal network topology,a preliminary network structure possessing two-fold oversynthesis is obtained by means of pseudo-temperature enthalpy(T-H)diagram approach prior to simultaneous optimization.Thus,the computational complexity of this problem classified as NP(Non-deterministic Polynomial)-complete can be significantly reduced.The promising matches resulting from preliminary synthesis stage are further optimized in parallel with their heat exchange areas and cleaning schedule.In addition,a novel continu- ous time representation is introduced to subdivide the given time horizon into several variable-size intervals according to operating periods of heat exchangers,and then flexible HEN synthesis can be implemented in dynamic manner.A numerical example is provided to demonstrate that the presented strategy is feasible to decrease the total annual cost(TAC)and further improve network flexibility,but even more important,it may be applied to solve large-scale flexible HEN synthesis problems.

Intensivist-based deep sedation using propofol for pediatric outpatient flexible bronchoscopy

AIM To evaluate the safety and efficacy of sedating pediatric patients for outpatient flexible bronchoscopy.METHODS A retrospective chart review was conducted for all children, age 17 years or under who underwent flexible bronchoscopy under deep sedation in an outpatient hospital-based setting. Two sedation regimens were used; propofol only or ketamine prior to propofol. Patients were divided into three age groups; infants(less than 12 mo), toddlers(1-3 years) and children(4-17 years). Demographics, indication for bronchoscopy, sedative dosing, sedation and recovery time and adverse events were reviewed.RESULTS Of the total 458 bronchoscopies performed, propofol only regimen was used in 337(74%) while propofol and ketamine was used in 121(26%). About 99% of the procedures were successfully completed. Children in the propofol + ketamine group tend to be youngerand have lower weight compared to the propofol only group. Adverse events including transient hypoxemia and hypotension occurred in 8% and 24% respectively. Median procedure time was 10 min while the median discharge time was 35 min. There were no differences in the indication of the procedure, propofol dose, procedure or recovery time in either sedative regimen. When compared to other age groups, infants had a higher incidence of hypoxemia.CONCLUSION Children can be effectively sedated for outpatient flexible bronchoscopy with high rate of success. This procedure should be performed under vigilance of highly trained providers.

Study on detonation velocity deficits of bending flexible detonation fuses

In order to study the detonation velocity deficits of bending flexible detonating fuses,a physical model and a theoretical mathematical equation of detonation velocity deficits for bending flexible detonation fuses were established based on the detonation wave＇s corner effects and delay time phenomenon by using non-dimensional analysis method.Besides,a semi-empirical formula of detonation velocity deficit for bending fuses in the same charge size was obtained through experiment and curve fitting.The result shows that an exponential relationship between the detonation velocity deficits and reciprocal of curvature radius.

Fractional order nonsingular terminal sliding mode control for flexible spacecraft attitude tracking

This paper investigates a fractional terminal sliding mode control for flexible spacecraft attitude tracking in the presence of inertia uncertainties and external disturbances. The controller is based on the fractional calculus and nonsingular terminal sliding mode control technique,and it guarantees the convergence of attitude tracking error in finite time rather than in the asymptotic sense. With respect to the controller,a fractional order sliding surface is given,the corresponding control scheme is proposed based on Lyapunov stability theory to guarantee the sliding condition,and the finite time stability of the whole close loop system is also proven. Finally,numerical simulations are presented to illustrate the performance of the proposed scheme.

Real-time Design Constraints in Implementing Active Vibration Control Algorithms

Although computer architectures incorporate fast processing hardware resources, high performance real-time implementation of a complex control algorithm requires an efficient design and software coding of the algorithm so as to exploit special features of the hardware and avoid associated architecture shortcomings. This paper presents an investigation into the analysis and design mechanisms that will lead to reduction in the execution time in implementing real-time control algorithms. The proposed mechanisms are exemplified by means of one algorithm, which demonstrates their applicability to real-time applications. An active vibration control （AVC） algorithm for a flexible beam system simulated using the finite difference （FD） method is considered to demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed methods. A comparative performance evaluation of the proposed design mechanisms is presented and discussed through a set of experiments.

中性点柔性接地配电网故障相恢复电压暂态时域特征分析

配电网接地故障过零熄弧后的电压暂态恢复特性决定了系统过电压水平及电弧重燃特性,目前,中性点柔性接地配电网故障熄弧后暂态恢复电压变化机理尚不明确,为此建立柔性接地配电网接地故障暂态等值电路,理论解析故障过零熄弧后故障恢复电压的时域表达式。在此基础上,对比分析配电网谐振接地与柔性接地方式下,系统参数变化对故障相恢复电压暂态峰值与恢复速度的影响,揭示暂态时间尺度下故障相恢复电压特征随注入零序电流值与电流注入时机的变化规律,阐明通过中性点注入可控零序电流抑制故障暂态过电压的机理。在PSCAD/EMTDC仿真环境与10 kV真型配电网实验场中模拟各种运行和故障工况,仿真与真型实验结果均验证柔性接地配电网故障相恢复电压时域解析特征与变化规律的正确性。

支撑新能源电力系统灵活性需求的用户侧资源应用与关键技术

伴随着传统电力系统向以新能源为主体的新型电力系统转型升级,高比例新能源的接入和传统机组占比下降导致电力系统灵活性产生缺额。电动汽车、数据中心、P2X(power-to-X)等需求侧资源可以在多时间尺度为电力系统提供灵活性,是新型电力系统灵活性的重要组成部分。该文首先描述高比例新能源背景下输电网和配电网在不同时间尺度的灵活性需求,然后对比总结了典型需求侧资源的调节特性与应用实践,研究了需求侧资源在支撑高比例新能源输电网和配电网中运行、规划2个层面多时间尺度灵活性需求的应用场景。最后针对未来需求侧资源的研究重点,从聚合技术、电碳协同优化调控策略、可信调节能力量化和通信与信息交换标准等角度,对支撑新型电力系统需求侧资源应用的关键技术进行了总结与展望。

基于驻留时间控制的压气机叶片前缘砂带磨削研究

提出了一种面向叶片前缘廓形精准控制的机器人砂带磨削加工方法.以轴流压气机叶片为研究对象,结合半赫兹接触理论和有限元仿真获取了柔性磨具和叶片前缘的接触区域内的应力分布,基于Preston方程求解材料去除函数.遍历刀位点对控制点的磨削深度,建立全局材料去除矩阵,搭建驻留时间求解非线性方程组.采用带有阻尼因子的Tikhonov正则化消除大型稀疏病态矩阵对求解精度波动的影响,将所求驻留时间转换为对应刀位点的进给速度,生成机器人加工代码.磨削试验结果表明,基于驻留时间控制的机器人砂带磨削方法能够实现给定允差范围内叶片前缘廓形的精准加工,型面误差可以控制在0.02mm以内.

混合白鲸优化算法求解柔性作业车间调度问题

针对柔性作业车间调度问题(flexible job-shop scheduling problem,FJSP),提出一种混合白鲸优化算法(hybrid beluga whale optimization,HBWO)对其求解,旨在最小最大化完工时间。采用既定策略改进标准白鲸优化算法(beluga whale optimization,BWO),加快其收敛速度;基于机器选择和工序排序问题设计双层编码方案,解决FJSP离散化问题;采用主动编码及种群初始化策略,提高求解质量;基于工序的开始和结束时间确定关键路径和关键块,注重各工序时间维度;引入贪心思想至基于关键路径的混合变邻域搜索策略中,加大勘测搜索空间及减少无效搜索;此外,引入遗传算子防止算法陷入局部最优;通过35个标准算例的仿真实验与分析,证明了算法在求解FJSP问题中具有有效性。

考虑供需灵活性量化的源-荷-储多时间尺度协同优化

风电、光伏类新能源出力具有随机性和波动性,且随着新能源渗透率的增高,系统灵活性需求也激增。在此背景下,考虑源-荷-储灵活性资源互动,对新能源高渗透系统源-荷-储协同运行问题展开研究。首先,引入向上、向下裕度量化系统灵活性,并利用灵活性供需平衡机理动态评估灵活性需求;其次,提出一种考虑供需灵活性的多时间尺度协同运行方法,构建典型周、典型日、典型时段运行模拟模型,并将碳交易收益和灵活性不足惩罚成本纳入优化目标,考虑调峰需求和爬坡容量对典型时段灵活性的影响,采用多级优化、逐级细化的思路求解模型。算例分析表明,所提方法在保障系统环保性和经济性的基础上,提升了系统各个时间尺度上的灵活性容量,可以促进系统新能源消纳。

考虑模糊质检时间的柔性作业车间动态调度问题

为解决更符合现实情形的模糊质检时间柔性作业车间动态调度问题,以最小化完工时间为目标,立足紧急插单、机器在空载运行时发生故障和机器在加工工件时发生故障的三种故障情形,建立了带模糊质检时间的机器故障、紧急插单重调度模型。设计了基于元胞自动机邻域搜索和随机重启爬坡算法的改进遗传算法求解模型,即针对车间调度问题中存在的订单排序和机器选择双决策问题特征,设计包含工序码和机器码的双层编码方案,并基于遗传算法思想对工序码和机器码设计相应的交叉、变异等遗传操作。同时,将遗传操作应用于基于元胞自动机的邻域搜索算法框架中以增强算法全局搜索能力,整合基于关键工序的随机重启爬坡算法以提高算法局部开发能力。实验选取10个柔性车间调度算例验证了所提算法的有效性,同时,测试1个模糊质检时间柔性车间调度算例验证了模型的有效性。另外,实验也测试了不同故障场景,得出该动态调度方法优于实际场景中常使用的“工件后移”调度策略。

基于改进生物迁徙算法的双资源柔性作业车间节能调度问题

节能调度是面向绿色制造的车间调度问题,已成为制造领域的研究热点。针对具有机器和工人双资源约束的柔性作业车间,综合考虑工人学习效应和工件运输时间的影响,以最小化车间能耗为目标,提出一种改进的生物迁徙算法(MBMA)。该算法采用基于工件-机器-工人的三段式编码方法表示调度解,并设计了一种种群初始化方法,以改善初始调度解的质量。考虑到基本生物迁徙算法无法直接应用于离散车间调度问题,提出一种基于交叉操作的离散迁徙算子,使算法能够直接在离散调度空间内进行搜索。此外,在迁徙算子中引入转换概率动态调整策略,以平衡算法探索与开发能力,另外增加了一种记忆池机制,避免算法过早收敛。对于个体更新算子,设计了一种局部搜索算法嵌入其中,以增强算法局部搜索能力。大量实验结果表明,MBMA算法的计算结果优于其他算法。