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151-0310-00L 4 Credits MSC D-ITET , D-MAVT

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Model Predictive Engine Control

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Thivaharan Albin Rajasingham

Number of participants limited to 55.

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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:41:39

Abstract

For efficient and stable operation of an internal combustion engine a multitude of complex control tasks have to be handled. In this lecture the application of model predictive control for these control challenges is introduced.

Objective

- Learn how to design and implement model predictive control algorithms for the example system “combustion engine”. Get to know the entire process from simulation-based control development to the application at a real-world combustion engine. - Deepen the knowledge concerning the necessary control algorithms for a combustion engine.

Content

- Physical phenomena and models for processes of the combustion engine such as air path and fuel path - Analysis of the control tasks arising in engine systems - Case studies for the application of model predictive control for combustion engines with the goal to handle the complex, multivariable system dynamics - Fundamentals of the implementation of model predictive control

Resources

Lecture Notes

Lecture slides will be provided after each lecture.

Literature

L. Guzzella / C. Onder: "Introduction to Modeling and Control of Internal Combustion Engine Systems", J. Maciejowski: "Predictive Control with Constraints"

General Information

Language: English
Levels: MSC
Frequency: Yearly recurring

Examination

Type: session examination
Mode: oral 30 minutes

Registration & Places

Max Places: 55

Course Components

Type	Title	Time & Place	Hours
lecture	Model Predictive Engine Control	Fri 08:15-10:00 (ML F 38)	2 h weekly
exercise	Model Predictive Engine Control	Fri 12:15-13:00 (LFV E 41)	1 h weekly

Offered In

Mechanical Engineering Master
- Core Courses
  - Robotics, Systems and Control (The courses listed in this category “Core Courses” are recommended. Alternative courses can be chosen in agreement with the tutor. .)
Energy Science and Technology Master
- Electives (- Elective Core Courses for the 2007 MEST regulations - Electives for the 2018 MEST regulations These courses are particularly recommended, other ETH-courses from the field of Energy Science and Technology at large may be chosen in accordance with your tutor.)
  - Energy Flows and Processes