Automatic Control Projects in Simulink (MATLAB)

Simulink is a powerful tool for modeling, simulating, and analyzing dynamic systems. Here are 40
project ideas for automatic control systems that can be implemented using Simulink:

Please, each team selects one of these systems for execution. This project will be delivered in WEEK 8
after MID TERM EXAM as simulation in Simulink and in WEEK 13 it will be delivered as physical
connected co.

The required to execute this project in MATLAB. While the team that will perform this project physically
will take 5 grades ponus.

1. PID Temperature Controller: Design a PID temperature control system for a heating or cooling
application and simulate its performance using Simulink.

2. Inverted Pendulum Stabilization: Create a simulation of an inverted pendulum and develop a

control system to stabilize it.

3. DC Motor Speed Control: Implement a control system to regulate the speed of a DC motor.
Simulate its performance and analyze the response.

4. Quadcopter Flight Simulation: Simulate the flight dynamics of a quadcopter and design control
algorithms for stable flight.

5. Car Cruise Control: Model and simulate a car's cruise control system that adjusts the vehicle's
speed based on the desired setpoint.

6. Robot Arm Manipulation: Develop a simulation of a robotic arm and design a control system to
move and manipulate objects.

7. Buck Converter Voltage Regulation: Simulate a buck converter to control and regulate the output
voltage. Analyze the efficiency and response time.

8. Inverted Pendulum on a Cart: Create a simulation of an inverted pendulum mounted on a cart

and design a control system to balance it.
9. HVAC System Control: Simulate a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system with
temperature and humidity control.

10. Electro-Hydraulic Servo System: Model and control an electro-hydraulic servo system, which is
commonly used in industrial applications.

11. Anti-lock Braking System (ABS): Simulate the control system of an ABS in a vehicle to optimize
braking performance.

12. Wind Turbine Pitch Control: Design a control system for adjusting the pitch angle of wind turbine
blades to optimize energy capture.

13. Inertial Navigation System: Simulate an inertial navigation system for precise position and
orientation determination.

14. Spacecraft Attitude Control: Model and control the attitude (orientation) of a spacecraft using
reaction wheels or thrusters.

15. Automatic Voltage Regulator (AVR): Simulate an AVR system for maintaining a stable output
voltage in a power generation context.

16. Elevator Control System: Model an elevator system and design a control system to move the
elevator between floors efficiently and safely.

17. Aircraft Autopilot: Simulate the autopilot system of an aircraft, including altitude, heading, and
speed control.

18. Distributed Control Systems (DCS): Create a simulation of a DCS used in industrial plants to
monitor and control various processes.

19. Automated Irrigation System: Model and control an automated irrigation system for agriculture
using Simulink.
20. Biomedical Patient Monitoring: Simulate a patient monitoring system that tracks vital signs and
administers treatments when necessary.

21. Solar Tracker Control: Design a solar tracker system that adjusts the orientation of solar panels to
maximize energy generation from the sun.

22. Electric Vehicle Battery Management: Create a simulation of an electric vehicle battery
management system to optimize charging and discharging.

23. Water Treatment Plant Control: Simulate a control system for a water treatment plant to
maintain water quality and manage resources efficiently.

24. Smart Grid Control: Develop a simulation of a smart grid system that optimizes energy
distribution and manages power loads.

25. 3D Printer Control: Model and control the movement and extrusion of a 3D printer's printhead
to create precise 3D prints.

26. HVAC Zoning Control: Design a system that controls heating, ventilation, and air conditioning in a
building with multiple zones for energy efficiency.

27. Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV): Simulate the control system for an AUV for underwater
exploration or surveillance.

28. Traffic Flow Optimization: Create a traffic management system that optimizes signal timings and
manages traffic congestion.

29. Satellite Attitude Control: Model the control system for a satellite to maintain its orientation and
alignment with Earth.

30. Wastewater Treatment Plant Control: Simulate the control of processes in a wastewater
treatment plant to ensure environmental compliance.

31. Gas Turbine Engine Control: Design a control system for a gas turbine engine, optimizing
performance and fuel efficiency.

32. Railway Signaling System: Model and simulate a railway signaling system for safe and efficient
train operations.

33. Elevator Group Control: Develop a control system for a group of elevators in a building,
optimizing response time and energy consumption.
 34. Pendulum Clock Control: Create a simulation of a pendulum clock and design a control system
for accurate timekeeping.

35. Power System Stabilizer: Simulate a power system stabilizer for maintaining the stability of an
electrical grid.

36. Robotic Vacuum Cleaner Navigation: Model and control the navigation system of a robotic
vacuum cleaner for efficient cleaning.

37. Hospital Patient Bed Control: Design a control system for hospital beds to ensure patient comfort
and safety.

38. Gas Leak Detection and Control: Simulate a system for detecting and controlling gas leaks in
industrial settings.

39. Agricultural Drone Crop Monitoring: Create a simulation of an agricultural drone for crop
monitoring and pest control.

40. Reactive Distillation Control: Model and control a reactive distillation column used in chemical
processes for separation and reactions.

These projects cover a wide range of applications and control systems, allowing you to gain experience in
various domains while using Simulink as a powerful tool for modeling and simulation.
 Arduino based Control Systems (Sensors, Actuators, and Arduino)

1. PID Temperature Controller:

• Components: Temperature sensor, heating/cooling element, PID
controller.
• Arduino: Often used to implement PID control.
2. Inverted Pendulum Stabilization:
• Components: Inverted pendulum setup, motors, sensors (e.g.,
accelerometers or encoders).
• Arduino: Useful for reading sensor data and controlling motors.
3. DC Motor Speed Control:

• Components: DC motor, motor driver, speed sensor (e.g., encoder).

• Arduino: Can be used for motor control and feedback.
4. Quadcopter Flight Simulation:
• Components: Quadcopter frame, motors, ESCs (Electronic Speed
Controllers), flight controller.
• Arduino: Not typically used, as specialized flight controllers are
available.
5. Car Cruise Control:
• Components: Vehicle speed sensor, throttle control actuator.
• Arduino: Not usually needed in modern vehicles with built-in cruise
control systems.
6. Robot Arm Manipulation:
• Components: Robotic arm, servomotors or stepper motors, sensors
(e.g., encoders).
• Arduino: Commonly used for motor control and sensor feedback.
7. Buck Converter Voltage Regulation:
• Components: Buck converter module, input and output voltage
sensors.
• Arduino: Not typically used; a dedicated controller IC may be sufficient.
8. Inverted Pendulum on a Cart:
• Components: Inverted pendulum setup, cart, motors, sensors.
• Arduino: Useful for reading sensor data and controlling motors.

9. HVAC System Control:

• Components: HVAC system, temperature and humidity sensors,
actuators (e.g., dampers, heaters).
• Arduino: Optional for data acquisition and control.

10.Electro-Hydraulic Servo System:

• Components: Hydraulic components, servo valves, pressure sensors.
• Arduino: May be used for sensor feedback and control.

11.Anti-lock Braking System (ABS):

• Components: ABS module, wheel speed sensors.
• Arduino: Not commonly used in automotive ABS systems.

12.Wind Turbine Pitch Control:

• Components: Wind turbine, pitch control mechanism, wind sensors.
• Arduino: Can be used for control and sensor feedback.

13.Inertial Navigation System:

• Components: IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit), GPS module.
• Arduino: Not necessary; specialized IMUs often have built-in
processors.

14.Spacecraft Attitude Control:

• Components: Reaction wheels, thrusters, gyroscopes, sensors.
• Arduino: Not used in spacecraft; dedicated space-grade hardware is
employed.
15.Automatic Voltage Regulator (AVR):
• Components: AVR controller, voltage sensors, excitation system.
• Arduino: Not typically used; specialized AVR controllers exist.

16.Elevator Control System:

• Components: Elevator system, motors, position sensors.
• Arduino: Optional for sensor feedback and control.

17.Aircraft Autopilot:
• Components: Autopilot system, flight control surfaces.
• Arduino: Not typically used in commercial aircraft; advanced flight
control computers are employed.

18.Distributed Control Systems (DCS):

• Components: Industrial sensors, actuators, DCS controllers.
• Arduino: Rarely used in large-scale industrial DCS; industrial-grade
controllers are standard.

19.Automated Irrigation System:

• Components: Irrigation system, soil moisture sensors, valves.
• Arduino: Often used for small-scale agricultural projects.

20.Biomedical Patient Monitoring:

• Components: Vital sign sensors (e.g., ECG, temperature), drug delivery
system.
• Arduino: May be used for data acquisition and limited control.
21.Solar Tracker Control:
• Components: Solar panels, light sensors, servo motors or linear actuators
for tracking.
• Arduino: Often used for reading sensor data and controlling tracking
mechanisms.

22.Electric Vehicle Battery Management:

• Components: Lithium-ion battery pack, battery management system

(BMS), chargers.
• Arduino: Can be used for monitoring and control within certain DIY
electric vehicles.

23.Water Treatment Plant Control:

• Components: Water tanks, pumps, valves, water quality sensors.
• Arduino: May be used for data acquisition and basic control.

24.Smart Grid Control:

• Components: Electrical grid infrastructure, smart meters, grid controllers.
• Arduino: Typically not used for large-scale smart grid systems.

25.3D Printer Control:

• Components: 3D printer frame, stepper motors, extruder.

• Arduino: Commonly used as a controller in DIY 3D printers.

26.HVAC Zoning Control:

• Components: Ductwork, HVAC units, zone dampers, temperature sensors.

• Arduino: Can be used for monitoring and controlling zoning systems.
27.Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV):

• Components: AUV frame, thrusters, sonar sensors, IMU.

• Arduino: Possible for onboard sensor data acquisition and control.
28.Traffic Flow Optimization:

• Components: Traffic lights, vehicle detectors, centralized traffic control.

• Arduino: Rarely used in large-scale traffic control systems.
29.Satellite Attitude Control:

• Components: Satellite body, reaction wheels, star trackers, gyros.

• Arduino: Not typically used in satellites; specialized controllers are
employed.
30.Wastewater Treatment Plant Control:

• Components: Treatment tanks, pumps, sensors for water quality.

• Arduino: May be used for data acquisition and control in smaller systems.
31.Gas Turbine Engine Control:

• Components: Gas turbine, fuel control system, temperature and pressure

sensors.
• Arduino: Not commonly used in industrial gas turbines.
32.Railway Signaling System:

• Components: Railway signals, track sensors, centralized control.

• Arduino: Typically not used in commercial railway signaling systems.
33.Elevator Group Control:

• Components: Elevators, centralized control system, position sensors.

• Arduino: Rarely used in commercial elevator control systems.

34.Pendulum Clock Control:

• Components: Pendulum clock mechanism, escapement, weights.

• Arduino: Not used in traditional pendulum clock control.
35.Power System Stabilizer:

• Components: Power grid, generators, power system stabilizer.

• Arduino: Rarely used in large-scale power grid systems.
36.Robotic Vacuum Cleaner Navigation:
• Components: Robotic vacuum frame, motors, obstacle sensors.
• Arduino: Possible for DIY robotic vacuums.
37.Hospital Patient Bed Control:
•
• Components: Hospital beds, control system, position sensors.
• Arduino: Rarely used in commercial hospital bed control systems.
38.Gas Leak Detection and Control:

• Components: Gas sensors, control valves, alarms.

• Arduino: Often used for gas sensor data acquisition and control.
39.Agricultural Drone Crop Monitoring:

• Components: Agricultural drone, cameras, sensors.

• Arduino: Commonly used for DIY agricultural drone projects.
40.Reactive Distillation Control:

• Components: Reactive distillation column, pumps, temperature and

pressure sensors.
• Arduino: Rarely used in industrial-scale reactive distillation control.