Journal of Engineering Science and Technology Management
Vol. 6 No. 2 (2026): JES-TM 2026

Dynamic Modeling and Nyquist Stability Analysis of a Non-Interacting Two-Tank Series Thermal System

Yogi Yolanda (Universitas Riau)
Yola Bertilsya Hendri (Universitas Riau)
Salma Liska (Universitas Riau)
Lisa Legawati (Universitas Riau)
Suhendri Suhendri (Universitas Riau)
Alltop Amri Ya Habib (Universitas Riau)
Zulfansyah Zulfansyah (Universitas Riau)



Article Info

Publish Date
14 Jun 2026

Abstract

Series tank systems are vital in chemical industries but susceptible to mass and thermal disturbances, making stability analysis essential. This study models the level and temperature dynamics of a non-interacting two-tank system equipped with a heater in Tank-01, analyzing its stability via Nyquist plots. The methodology involves laboratory step-response experiments validated against mathematical models derived using Laplace Transforms and Explicit Euler methods. Results demonstrate the model closely matches experimental data; Tank-01 exhibits first-order characteristics, while Tank-02 functions as a second-order system. The physical system successfully handled +52% and -35% step disturbances within liquid height limits of 3–24 cm and feed flow rates of 40.33–136.5 cm³/s. Furthermore, Nyquist analysis confirms the open-loop thermal process is inherently stable across all tested capacities. Maximum level and thermal process gains were 0.3787 and 0.0062, respectively. Ultimately, this study confirms the non-interacting two-tank system possesses stable, self-regulating characteristics against load disturbances within operational limits.

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jestm

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Chemical Engineering, Chemistry & Bioengineering Civil Engineering, Building, Construction & Architecture Control & Systems Engineering Electrical & Electronics Engineering

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Journal of Engineering Science and Technology Management is Jurnal Electronic that aims at the publication and dissemination of original research articles on the latest developments in all fields of engineering science and technology, including; Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, ...