Process Automation Homework:

01.

Instructions

This homework includes exercises related to topics and lectures seen in Session 2. You have 3 days to
answer the following questions and submit your solution. The Partial Exam will be done some days
after, and it is strongly related with the completion of this assignment.

You should work alone, but do not hesitate to send us an e-mail if you need any clarification on the
questions. You are also free to consult any references you need (notes, lectures, etc.).

Mathematical Modelling: Transfer Function

1.- The Liquid-Level system shown in Fig. 1 has a cross section area 𝐴 = 2 [𝑚2]. Furthermore, the output
valve presents a flow resistance 𝑅 = 2 [𝑚𝑖𝑛/𝑚2]. Considering that the tank is empty at 𝑡 ≤ 0 [𝑠], answer
the following points:

Fig. 1 Liquid-Level system.

a) Obtain the transfer function which relates the input flow 𝑞𝑖(𝑡) (input of the system) and the output
flow 𝑞𝑜(𝑡) (output of the system).
b) Applying an input step 3 [m3/min], Which is the final value of the liquid level height at steady state?
c) Applying an input step 15 [m3/min], Which is the final value of the output flow at steady state?