Model Reference Control Using Cmac Neural Networks

This paper demonstrates the use of CMAC neural networks in real world applications for the system identification and control of nonlinear systems. As a testbed application, the problem of regulating fluid height in a column is considered. A dynamic nonlinear model of the process is obtained using fundamental physical laws and by training a CMAC neural network using experimental input-output data. The CMAC model is used to implement a model reference control system. Successful experimental results are obtained in the presence of disturbances.