System for optimizing oxygen in a boiler

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2011-06-21

2011-06-21

Decady, Albert (Department: 2121)

Data processing: generic control systems or specific application

Generic control system, apparatus or process

Optimization or adaptive control

C700S036000, C700S044000, C700S274000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07966080

ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus for controlling a parameter associated with operation of a fossil fuel fired power generating unit. An optimizer determines optimal setpoint values for manipulated variables used to operate the power generating unit by accessing a model that predicts a parameter sensed by a plurality of sensors. The optimizer uses the model to minimize a cost valve of a cost function while observing at least one constraint associated with operation of the power generating unit.

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