Desarrollo de un controlador difuso para un proceso de temperatura en una planta didáctica de control (EPC) mediante LabVIEW

Abstract

The project focused on the design and implementation of a fuzzy controller for temperature regulation in an Educational Control Plant (EPC), using LabVIEW together with the NI myRIO 1900 card. The main objective was to offer an innovative solution for the control of processes, taking advantage of the capabilities of fuzzy logic to manage the complex and non-linear conditions typical of dynamic thermal control systems. During development, an exhaustive analysis of the thermal behavior of the plant was carried out, allowing the identification of critical variables and the formulation of fuzzy rules for precise control. Despite technical challenges, such as the need to manually enter rules due to integration issues, the system was successfully implemented in LabVIEW. This platform provided an interactive user interface, facilitating real-time monitoring and adjustment of system parameters. The performance of the fuzzy controller was evaluated through a series of tests that simulated different operating scenarios. The results demonstrated that the system was effective in maintaining the temperature at the desired levels with high precision. In addition, teaching practices were developed that allowed students to experience the advantages of the fuzzy controller over conventional methods such as PID. This project not only advanced the development of temperature control techniques, but also served as a valuable educational tool, providing students and professionals with a deeper understanding of advanced control technologies and adaptive control strategies. In summary, the project optimized process control and enriched academic training in control engineering.