A simulation study of distributed intelligent control for a deep shaft mine winder

Continuous state plants place specific demands on the structure and operation of multi-agent, multi-paradigm distributed intelligent controllers. A controller for a deep shaft mine winder is proposed. Its design demonstrates the choice of agents and how they interact to control a continuous-state plant. The controller is evaluated by means of a simulation study. The study shows that it is helpful to make a distinction between a priori and operational knowledge in designing intelligent controllers for continuous-state plants.