Data reconciliation and parameter estimation in plant performance analysis

Abstract

Abstract Results of a computer study are reported applying data reconciliation and interpretation techniques to a single‐stage flash operation. Measured errors in the process variables are significantly reduced. The techniques are successfully extended to estimate flash efficiency. The flash efficiency is estimated using two methods: (1) a statistically rigorous simultaneous data reconciliation and efficiency estimation procedure, and (2), a faster, nonrigorous sequential procedure. It is found that the simultaneous procedure provides better measured variable and flash efficiency estimates.