摘要 |
Method and machines for self-optimizing, dynamically and in real time, relative to a specific performance characteristic in response to variations on a precribed number m of variables. This method comprises selecting a statistical design; repeatedly and at n time instants adjusting conditions of the m variables according to the design and simultaneously recording the n values of the performance characteristic; analyzing the n sets of data to determine the functional relationship between the m variables and specific performance characteristic and also the optimum combination of the variables; and setting the conditions of the variables at the thus-determined combination before the optimum combination changes. Self-optimizing machines of various types are also disclosed. |