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How to Manage Control Valve Response Issues in the Field
A sensitive flow measurement is needed to identify the installed flow characteristic online. -
How to Prevent Impulse Line Blockages Due to Temperature Variability
Closely monitor the temperature of liquids in impulse lines, and always check the viscosity to ensure it is within acceptable operating limits. -
AutoQuiz: How to Use the Parity System to Detect Data Transmission Errors
Parity is a simple method using a binary code (“1” or “0”) to detect data transmission errors by making the sum of the “1” bits in the source data either an odd or an even number. -
My Journey on a "Yellow Brick" Path to Becoming an ISA Fellow
ISA author and leak detection expert Ed Farmers shares his life experiences in industrial automation on the road to becoming an ISA Fellow. -
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Embedded Intelligent Adaptive PID Controller for an Electromechanical System [Technical]
It can be difficult to define suitable PID gains when an industrial plant has a high level of complexity, such as, modeling nonlinearities, time delay and structural uncertainties. -
AutoQuiz: What Electrical Event Can Occur With a 24 VDC Open-Collector Output Sinking Configuration?
An NPN (sinking) open-collector, when “energized,” switches the load side of the relay (at terminal “A”) to ground (terminal “B”). -
How Visual Data Analytics Software Improves Natural Gas Well Site Efficiency and Reliability
Oil and gas fields in several states use new technology at production well sites to capture methane and natural gas liquid streams. -
Primer: Essential Guide to Industrial Wireless Network Configuration and Layout Options
One of the first steps when creating a new wireless instrumentation network using is a site survey. -
AutoQuiz: What Device Is Used to Convert an Analog Signal From a Transmitter to the Signal Required by a Digital Controller?
A digital controller requires a digital signal as its input. A 4-20 mA transmitter outputs an analog signal. Therefore, a device to convert an analog (A) signal to a digital (D) is required. -
The Ball Is in Your Court Now
ISA's 2019 achievements include a surplus budget, membership growth, and volunteer leaders moving in the same direction to achieve strategic objectives. -
Will Blockchain Technology Disrupt the Industrial Control System World?
Potential blockchain applications are protection and verification of device firmware and application software updates. -
Why Most Modern Process Plants Fail to Take Full Advantage of Automation System Capabilities
Basic control functions may keep a process stable, but much more is needed to optimize performance and achieve specific company goals -
AutoQuiz: What Are the NPV and IRR Methods for Evaluating Industrial Automation System Capital Investments?
Net present value (NPV) by itself is not a good indicator of the viability of a project or a good differentiator between two competing projects. -
How to Use Industrial Simulation to Increase Learning and Innovation
New projects expose automation professionals to more learning opportunities to continue to grow their skill sets and expertise. -
AutoQuiz: What Is the Logical Analysis Troubleshooting Method for an Industrial Process?
Once a problem is identified in an industrial process, data must be gathered and analyzed to determine a viable set of potential actions and solutions. -
Energy in Fluid Mechanics
A common issue in a lot of pipeline work is ensuring the physical line data and operating data are consistent. -
How Standards and New Technology Enable Humans and Robots to Work Safely Together
Collaborative robots employ technology that enables safe contact with humans, improving productivity. Appropriate risk assessments and workspace planning is required for safe collaborative operation. -
AutoQuiz: What Should an Engineer Include in a Final Automation Project Report to Senior Management?
An executive summary and bullet-item lists for an automation project allows managers them to understand the basic outcomes and conclusions of your project. -
How to Select a Platform to Implement a Batch Automation Solution
To select a batch automattion solution for an industrial platform, start with the evaluation of the end user's short- and long-term requirements. -
Industry 4.0 Concepts for Discrete Manufacturing Applied to Process Automation
Industry 4.0 initially focused on discrete manufacturing, and now there is an additional focus on process automation
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