ABSTRACT
This paper presents a methodology for the design of a fuzzy controller applicable to continuous processes based on local fuzzy models and velocity linearizations. It has been applied to the implementation of a fuzzy controller for a continuous distillation tower. Continuous distillation towers can be subjected to variations in feed that can cause loss of product quality or increments in the energy consumption. The use of a fuzzy controller adaptable to different situations is interesting to control product performance. The results showed that the fuzzy controller was able to keep the target output in the desired range for different inputs disturbances. Future works aim to apply the developed techniques to more complex distillations.
