Case studies on closed-loop identification for MPC

In this work we study multivariable and closed-loop identification of industrial processes for use in model predictive control. The advantages of closed-loop identification are discussed and related problems of identification are outlined. Subsequently, two case studies are used to demonstrate the advantages of closed-loop identification. The first process is a simulated high purity distillation column; the second process is a deethanizer of an industrial scale ethylene unit.