After training of the neural net, ANCS was adjusted with the automatic functions and was used to control the pilot plant automatically. The results in terms of flux rate, recovery, chemical and energy demand will be compared to the respective results of the large technical scale backwash-water treatment plant operated without ANCS. This task showed successful modelling of start- and end permeabibity after/before backwashing and resulted in a cost reduction of 4 - 25 %
To adapt automatic neural net control system (ANCS) to the needs of such a large scale process and to demonstrate its benefits
To implement a new process control system based on artificial neural networks in an existing membrane treatment system in order to optimize the process performance
The following tasks (with deliverables and milestones) are planned:
