The document discusses controlling integrating processes like liquid levels using model predictive control (MPC). It explains that integrating processes require control since they have no natural equilibrium. The key points covered are:
- MPC can effectively control integrating processes by considering feedback, model correction, rotation factors, and tuning parameters.
- Tuning time to steady state, penalty on move, and model correction factor impact control performance for setpoint changes and load disturbances.
- With proper tuning, MPC provides improved control of integrating processes compared to conventional PI control.