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1. B. T. Boulter, Z. Gao, "Matrix Interpolation Based Self-Tuning Web Tension Regulation", Proceedings of 3rd. International Web Handling Conference, pp 280 - 301, Oklahoma State University, June, 1995. (Paper [214 Kb], or abstract)
2. B. T. Boulter, "High Bandwidth Armature Current Regulation of a Cold-Rolling Mill MG-Set with Parallel 12 Pulse D-C Bridge at Inland Steel ", Iron and Steel Engineer, The Journal of the AISE, pp 52 – 57, December, 1996. (Paper [605 Kb], or abstract)
3. B. T. Boulter, R. F. Lockhart, "Diameter Sizing of Rolls in Bridles That Utilize Powder Clutches", IEEE IAS Transactions, pp 797-800, May/June 1997. (Paper [104 Kb], or abstract)
4. B. T. Boulter, "The Effect of Speed Loop Bandwidths on System Natural Frequencies in Multi - Zone Strip Processing Lines", Transactions of the IEEE-IAS, pp 126 - 134 Jan/Feb. 1999, (IEEE IAS Conference Meritorious Paper Award) (Paper [471 Kb], or abstract)
5. B. T. Boulter, "Tripper Assisted Belt Conveyor Tension Regulation" , Proceedings of the 12th. Annual A-B Automation Fair, Nashville, Tennessee. November 1997, (Best of session award) (Paper [645 Kb], or abstract)
6. B. T. Boulter, " Improving Bridle Low-Speed Regulation Using Cascaded Current Followers " , IEEE-IAS Transactions, Jul/Aug. 2001, (IEEE IAS Conference Meritorious Paper Award) (Paper [487 Kb], or abstract)
7. B. T. Boulter, " Applying Drive Performance Specifications to Systems Applications – Part I, Speed Performance ", IEEE-IAS Transactions, Jul/Aug. 2001, (IEEE IAS Conference Outstanding Paper Award) (Paper [111 Kb], or abstract)
8. B. T.. Boulter, "Estimating Web Strain, Modulus of Elasticity and Loss Torque Using an Extended Kalman Filter", Proceedings of 5th. International Web Handling Conference, pp 287 - 306, Oklahoma State University, June, 1999, (Honorable Mention - Longitudinal Dynamics and Tension Control). (Paper [339 Kb], or abstract)
9. B. T.. Boulter, Y. Hou, Z. Gao, F. Jiang, "Active Disturbance Rejection Control for Web Tension Regulation", Proceedings of 40th. IEEE Conference on Decision and Control, Orlando Florida, Dec. 2001,. (Paper [126 Kb], or abstract)
10. B. T. Boulter, " Applying Drive Performance Specifications to Systems Applications – Part 2, Torque Regulation / Winders", Proceedings of the 36th. IEEE-IAS Conference on Industry Applications, Chicago, IL., October 2001 (Paper [199 Kb], or abstract)
11. B. T. Boulter, " Applying Drive Performance Specifications to Systems Applications – Part 3, Position & Motion Regulation / Control", Proceedings of the 36th. IEEE-IAS Conference on Industry Applications, Pittsburgh, PA., October 2002 (Paper [157 Kb], or abstract)
12. B. T. Boulter, "Winder Unwinder Scheduling Equations" Proceedings of the 36th. IEEE-IAS Conference on Industry Applications, Salt Lake City, UT., October 2003 (Report [243 Kb], or abstract)
13. B. T. Boulter, " Designing a dynamometer Test Stand with an Emulated Gasoline/Diesel Engine Power Source: A White Paper", ApICS LLC Automotive Business Unit Marketing Document (White Paper [63 Kb])
14. B. T. Boulter, " Designing an Emulated Gasoline/Diesel Test Stand dynamometer to Include Engine Firing Torque Pulses: A White Paper", ApICS LLC Automotive Business Unit Marketing Document (White Paper [61 Kb] )