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AutoQuiz: How to Assess the Optimal Alarm Deadband Setting
Learn to assess the alarm deadband setting on a high alarm. -
AutoQuiz: How to Assess the Hazard/Risk Category for an Industrial Electrical Panel
Work on energized electrical conductors and circuit parts, including voltage testing on panelboards, or other equipment rated 240V and below would be classified as Hazard/Risk Category 1. -
AutoQuiz: How is the Reynolds Number Used in Flow Measurement?
For the Reynold's number, the inertial forces in the numerator are given by the product of mass (density), fluid velocity, and pipe diameter. -
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Neural Network-Based Actuator Fault Diagnosis for a Non-Linear Multi-Tank System [Technical]
Appropriate actuator fault estimation allows for the application of various fault tolerant control strategies enabling compensation of the faulty actuator by increasing performance of the other actuat -
How Industry 4.0 and Digitization Improves Manufacturing Responsiveness, Quality, and Efficiency
Automation is essential to the implementation of Industry 4.0 and IoT strategies as manufacturers realize low labor rates are no longer a winning strategy. -
AutoQuiz: Characteristics of a Full-Wave Bridge Rectifier Circuit
A bridge rectifier consists of diodes in a bridge circuit configuration. It features the same output polarity for either input polarity, and is used for converting an alternating current (AC) input in -
AutoQuiz: How to Read a Gauge Pressure Transmitter
At zero gauge pressure in the steam line, you are essentially suppressing (pushing) the transmitter output back down to zero after the system reaches equilibrium. The transmitter will read that impuls -
AutoQuiz: Loop Tuning Terminology for Change in Amplitude
The common method of judging tuning is known as the "quarter wave decay" method. It has been shown if a loop is tuned so the oscillation decays with each wave being one quarter of the previous wave, i -
AutoQuiz: Industrial Applications for Nonincendive-Rated Field Wiring
Nonincendive is allowed in Class 1, Division 2; Class 1, Zone 2, and Non-hazardous rated areas. Use in higher hazard areas, such as Division 1, Zone 1, or Zone 0 areas, is not allowed. -
AutoQuiz: Standard Wiring Color for Type K Thermocouple
Type K (chromel–alumel) is the most common general purpose thermocouple with a sensitivity of approximately 41 µV/°C. -
AutoQuiz: What are the Advantages and Disadvantages of RTDs?
Resistance temperature detectors require a temperature transmitter to function. This is not a disadvantage of an RTD, since its function does not require a temperature transmitter to be installed. -
AutoQuiz: How to Interpret Relay Logic for a Pump Control Switch
When a pump control switch is in auto, the storage tank low level switch or the pressure tank high level switch can stop the pump. -
AutoQuiz: How to Diagnose Industrial Pressure Sensor Errors
If a pressure sensor/transmitter is giving a non-linear response, replacement of the sensor and/or the transmitter will be required. -
IIoT Applications Deliver a Competitive Advantage to Process Industries
The IIoT essentially involves acquiring data from hundreds—if not thousands—of process and equipment sensors, and transmitting the data to central locations via wireless or hardwired networks. Once ac -
AutoQuiz: Motor Shaft Speed Relationship to Frequency and Number of Poles
The shaft speed of a motor is directly proportional to the frequency and is inversely proportional to the number of poles. -
AutoQuiz: How to Measure Tank Differential Pressure
A tank level is measured using a differential pressure transmitter (DPT-1) and a bubbler tube. The tank is vented to atmosphere. -
AutoQuiz: Nonhazardous Pressurization Systems
A Type X pressurization system reduces the classification within the enclosure from Division 1 to nonhazardous and, therefore, permits the use of ignition-capable equipment inside the enclosure. -
AutoQuiz: Identify the Function of a P&ID Symbol
In a P7ID diagram, a "circle" enclosed in a "square" indicates it is an instrument that has a shared display or a shared control. -
AutoQuiz: What Is the Best Location in an HMI for the Graphic Display of a Distillation Column?
A distillation column refers to one piece of equipment in the distillation process, which will contain several loops. -
AutoQuiz: Can You Identify the P&ID Symbol?
A "circle" enclosed in a "square," which indicates it is an instrument with a shared display or a shared control.
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