This invention relates to the field of
fluid control valve technology, specifically to a method and
system for predicting the dynamic stability of a
pilot-operated pressure reducing valve. The invention establishes a
force balance equation containing p-Laplace terms and derives the
stability criterion S for the pressure reducing valve to determine whether the valve
system is stable. This allows for the assessment of whether parameter combinations will lead to oscillations during the
design phase, avoiding
trial and error and enabling the prediction of the pressure reducing valve's stability. The criterion is simple in form, can be calculated using a
calculator or Excel, does not rely on complex simulations, and is highly concise. Furthermore, its p-value is adjustable, making it applicable to different media and operating conditions, thus offering wide applicability. This
system can be embedded in an intelligent valve controller to achieve real-time stability warnings.