In this simulation, applying the "take-back-half" algorithm forces convergence to the setpoint value in a single half-cycle

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• Article «Temperature controller has "take-back-half" convergence algorithm»
• Figure 1. A simple integrating control algorithm virtually guarantees that the system's temperature oscillates and never converges to the setpoint temperature, T_S
• Figure 2. In this simulation, applying the "take-back-half" algorithm forces convergence to the setpoint value in a single half-cycle
• Figure 3. For safety, this version of a TBH heater controller features full isolation of the ac-line and control circuits