Deep Learning Control of Toluene Chlorination Parameters

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Solution Overview

Problem

The existing continuous toluene chlorination process relies on manual adjustment of reaction parameters, which is costly and unable to make timely adjustments, limiting the efficiency and stability of the reaction.

Innovation Solution

An automatic optimization system based on deep learning is introduced, including data acquisition, preprocessing, division, and a deep belief network (DBN) for predicting toluene mass fraction, with a validation module and expert solution database to adjust parameters automatically, ensuring the reaction stays within a preset standard interval.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If manual adjustment of reaction parameters is used, then operation flexibility is maintained, but adjustment timeliness and reaction stability deteriorate

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemanual adjustment flexibilityVSAvoidparameter adjustment timeliness
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The system uses self-service by implementing automatic parameter adjustment through the DBN model and actuator, eliminating the need for manual intervention. The system monitors toluene mass fraction in real-time and automatically adjusts reaction parameters based on predicted values, making the system self-regulating and responsive without human operation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The patent replaces the mechanical manual adjustment system with an intelligent automated system. The DBN model predicts toluene mass fraction, and the actuator automatically adjusts reaction parameters, substituting human manual operations with an automated control system that provides timely and consistent adjustments.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

2Device complexity

If manual adjustment of reaction parameters is used, then system complexity is reduced, but manufacturing precision and yield deteriorate

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecontrol system complexityVSAvoidtoluene mass fraction control precision
Core Design Contradiction:
Device complexityVSManufacturing precision

Solution Approach 1:

The system implements feedback control by continuously monitoring the toluene mass fraction in the reaction mixture, comparing it with predicted values from the DBN model, and automatically adjusting reaction parameters to maintain the mass fraction within the standard interval, thereby improving control precision through closed-loop feedback.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The patent applies parameter changes by using the DBN model to predict toluene mass fraction based on reaction parameters and dynamically adjusting these parameters through the actuator to optimize the reaction process and maintain product quality within specified intervals.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

3Productivity

If deep learning automatic optimization system is implemented, then reaction stability and productivity are improved, but device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvereaction efficiencyVSAvoidautomatic optimization system complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The system achieves multi-functionality by integrating data acquisition, preprocessing, DBN model construction, prediction, validation, and automatic parameter adjustment into a single unified platform. This universal system handles multiple tasks simultaneously, improving productivity while consolidating complexity into one integrated solution rather than separate systems.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

Data Source

PatentUS20240329607A1Automatic optimization system for toluene chlorination parameter based on deep learning
Publication Date: 2024.10.03 HEBEI DAJING DATANG CHEMICAL EQUIPMENT CO LTD
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AI summary

The present disclosure provides an automatic optimization system for a toluene chlorination parameter based on deep learning. The automatic optimization system for a toluene chlorination parameter based on deep learning includes a toluene chlorination data acquisition module, a toluene chlorination data preprocessing module, a toluene chlorination data division module, a toluene chlorination deep belief network (DBN) construction module, a toluene mass fraction prediction module, a toluene mass fraction validation module, and a toluene chlorination parameter optimization module. The automatic optimization system for toluene chlorination parameter provided by the present disclosure can realize a complete process including automatic detection, information processing, analysis and determination, operation control and expected goal implementation. While reducing manpower, the present disclosure improves the stability of the chemical reaction process, and improves the yield and purity of the target component.