Control Systems

Grounding or Earthing Scheme in DCS or PLC Systems
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Grounding or Earthing Scheme in DCS or PLC Systems

First, let us understand the difference between grounding and earthing. Whenever the DCS or PLC systems are grounded, they still…

2 years ago
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Flowmeter Control Strategy

In this process, raw maple syrup is heated by steam to evaporate water and make it more concentrated. An analytical…

4 years ago
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Heat Exchanger Temperature Control

Since the outlet temperature of a heat exchanger can only change if there is an imbalance of inlet and outlet…

4 years ago
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Liquid Level Control using Flow Loop

Since liquid level can only change in a vessel if there is an imbalance of inlet and outlet flow rates,…

4 years ago
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Wiring Diagrams of PLC and DCS Systems – DI, DO, AI, AO

PLC and DCS control systems Wiring Diagrams for Digital Input (DI), Digital Output (DO), Analog Input (AI), and Analog Output…

6 months ago
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How to Implement Ratio Control in this System?

A variety of chemicals are added to raw water when treating it for human consumption, and also when treating water…

4 years ago
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Questions on Ratio Control System

A byproduct of the kraft process used in the paper industry for turning wood chips into pulp is a liquid…

4 years ago
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Fault in the Temperature Loop

An operator tells you the stack temperature of this incinerator is running high as indicated by TIC-37. The setpoint is…

4 years ago
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Temperature Controller Problem

Suppose a chemical reactor is heated by steam. A temperature controller varies the amount of steam admitted to a “jacket”…

4 years ago
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How Valve Positioners act as Cascade Control Systems in a Loop?

Explain how all valve positioners essentially act as cascade control systems in a loop, and why valve positioners generally improve…

3 years ago