Despite the introduction of likelihood-based methods for estimating phylogenetic trees from phenotypic data, parsimony remains the most widely-used optimality criterion for building trees from discrete morphological data. However, it has been known for decades that there are regions of solution space in which parsimony is a poor estimator of tree topology. Numerous software implementations of l...

In this paper, a second order plant is considered for identification using NN-predictive control technique. The neural network based predictive controller is configured based on MATLAB 7.0. This neural network controller uses a neural network model of plant. It predicts the future performance of the actual plant. The controller uses to calculate the control input. The control input will optimiz...

An embedded test system to assess the dynamic performance of a process plant is proposed. A simple Process rate controller plant and a simple chemical plant are taken as models and the test systems are synthesized. In each system a virtual plant performing all tasks of real time plant is emulated and an analysis package to assess the performance is incorporated. The virtual plant is synthesized...

This paper deals with the mathematical modeling and performance optimization for the Digesting system of a Paper Plant using Genetic Algorithm. The Digesting system of a Paper Plant has four main subsystems, arranged in series and parallel. Considering exponential distribution for the probable failures and repairs, the mathematical formulation of the problem is done using probabilistic approach...

The present paper discusses the development of a performance model of power generation system of a thermal plant for performance evaluation using Markov technique and probabilistic approach. The study covers two areas: development of a predictive model and evaluation of performance with the help of developed model. The present system of thermal plant under study consists of four subsystems with...

In recent years, due to the fact that non-renewable energies come to an end, renewable energy is expected to provide a significant part of the future needs of Iran. Among these energies, solar energy is a suitable option for a wide range of the country, due to availability, proper radiation intensity, and high sunshine times during the year (about 300 sunny days per year). The purpose of this p...