Gain Optimization by Using Genetic Algorithm for Magnetic Levitation Controller

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This paper presents a gam optimization method using genetic algorithm(GA) for a magnetic levitation(Maglev) controller. GA uses the integral of square error(ISE) as performance index. The plant dynamics are described and modelled by mathematical equations. Also, the system apparatus for the Maglev system are described. Using the derived model, to optimize the feedback gains of conventional state feedback controller(SFC), GA is simulated with SIMULINK model. finally, using the optimized feedback gains, SFC is applied to the Maglev system. From the results, we can see that GA can give a solution for the better control performance for the Maglev system.