The measurement and control of polymerization reactors is very challenging due to the
complexity of the physical mechanisms and polymerization kinetics. In these reactors many …

This review discusses how developments in laboratory technologies can push the
boundaries of what is achievable using existing polymer synthesis techniques. By making …

There is an increasing interest in the control of particulate systems, with a focus on the
control of distributions (eg particle size distribution (PSD)). It is known that such distributions …

We study the control of a solution copolymerization reactor using a model predictive control
algorithm based on multiple piecewise linear models. The control algorithm is a receding …

The specific effects of salts (strong electrolytes) on biomolecular properties have been
investigated for more than a century. By contrast, the specific role of pH buffers (weak …

The molecular weight distribution is an important factor that affects the properties of
polymers. A control algorithm based on the moment-generating function was proposed to …

Complex reaction kinetics and mechanisms, physical changes and transport effects, non-
ideal mixing, and strong process nonlinearity characterize polymerization processes …

Acrylate-based polymers are commonly used in the chemical industry. Consistent
manufacturing of these polymers with the help of Process Analytical Technology (PAT) is …

A recurrent neural network based non-linear dynamic modelling and optimal control strategy
for a batch emulsion copolymerisation reactor is proposed. To avoid the excessive effort and …

In industrial polymerization processes, several grades of polymer are frequently produced in
the same plant by changing the operating conditions. Transitions between the different …