Simulation software based on a detailed unstructured model for penicillin production in a fed-batch fermentor has been developed. The model... Show moreSimulation software based on a detailed unstructured model for penicillin production in a fed-batch fermentor has been developed. The model extends the mechanistic model of Bajpai and Reuss by adding input variables such as pH, temperature, aeration rate, agitation power, and feed flow rate of substrate and introducing the CO2 evolution term. The simulation package was then used for monitoring and fault diagnosis of a typical penicillin fermentation process. The simulator developed may be used for both research and educational purposes and is available at the web site: http://www.chee.iit.edu/ similar to control/software.html. Endnote format citation Show less
