Patent ID: 8021871
Filing Date: 2011-09-20
Classification: C12M,C12Q,G05B,G05D

Abstract:
1. A system for controlling a process in a bioreactor, comprising: a first sensor system comprising one or more sensors connected to the bioreactor, said first sensor system configured to generate one or more data signals related to a condition of the bioreactor; a first pump system comprising one or more pumps connected to the bioreactor; a control system for controlling the process in the bioreactor, said control system configured to communicate one or more control signals to said first sensor system wherein the control signals are based on data signals received from said first sensor system; and a communication network connecting said control system, said first sensor system, and said first pump system; wherein said control system comprises wherein said first sensor system is configured to provide the one or more data signals related to a condition in the bioreactor to said controller, and wherein said first pump system is configured to receive control signals from said control system and to supply a liquid substance to the bioreactor in response to the received control signals.