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FeatureSolutions for Unstable Industrial Processes
Negative resistance also known as positive feedback can cause processes to jump, accelerate and oscillate confusing the control system and the operator. -
FeatureAutoQuiz: How to Choose Best Method for Level Measurement
Radar does not depend on temperature or composition of a fluid as long as the beam is narrow and the dielectric constant of the fluid is greater than two. -
FeatureAutoQuiz: 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 -
FeatureAutoQuiz: How to Simultaneously Optimize an Interacting Dead-Time Dominant Process with Multiple Constraints
Model predictive control excels at dead-time dominance and simultaneous optimization while accounting for future prediction of proximity to constraints. -
FeatureAutoQuiz: Which Flowmeter Type Does Not Operate on the Principle That a Differential Pressure Is Developed Across a Flow Restriction?
A Coriolis flowmeter develops a flow measurement by measuring the degree of deformation (twisting) of a vibrating tube(s) as the fluid moves through the tube. -
FeatureAsset Management Systems Increase Reliability and Efficiency
Asset Management Systems Increase Reliability and Efficiency -
FeatureAutoQuiz: What Is the Purpose of an Optical Isolation Circuit on a Digital Input Card in a PLC I/O System?
An optical isolation circuit is used to provide a barrier between the field wiring & associated field wiring issues (shorts, ground loops, transients, etc.) -
FeatureAchieving Operational Excellence in Hydrocarbon Processing
By using automated hydrocarbon production reconciliation and loss accounting, one can achieve operational excellence. -
FeaturePredictive Feedback Control
Technical paper presents a new method for designing predictive controllers for linear single-input/single-output systems. -
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Just in Time, or Just Too Late? A Kaizen Approach to Calibration
Kaizen is a continuous improvement approach to work that seeks to achieve small, incremental changes in processes to improve efficiency and quality. -
FeatureModular Systems Speed and Simplify New Plant Programming
Process equipment and plants are being built off-site as modules and delivered to sites as complete units to save costs and solve staffing issues. -
FeatureSix Key Steps for an Effective Industrial Business Process Change
Efficient business processes could not be more important in the current climate of competitive global markets, subdued demand, and competitive pricing. -
FeatureAutoQuiz: Cold Junction Compensation Is Required for Which Type of Temperature Measurement Device?
A thermocouple is comprised of two wires of dissimilar metals, connected at one end, which is placed in the process to be measured. This is called the measuring junction. -
FeatureWebinar Recording: How to Build and Secure Reliable Industrial Control Systems
Industry needs to continue to demonstrate how optimal and government-grade cybersecurity can be achieved to the satisfaction of senior control industry security and operating managers -
FeatureRobotics in the Cloud from Google IO Conference
Robotics in the Cloud from Google IO Conference -
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How to Use Pattern Recognition Software to Automate the Analysis of Plant Historian Data
Predictive analytics, a relatively new dimension to analytics tools, can give valuable insights about what will happen in the future based on historical data. -
FeatureProtecting Airport Power with Automatic Transfer Switches
A UPS is not always an optimal power protection solution due to its high purchase price, low-power conversion efficiency & high cost. -
FeatureHow to Monitor and Control Quality in Process Manufacturing
Modern automation system components can be successfully applied through good design practices to produce consistent & quality products at reasonable costs. -
FeatureHow Operators are Vital to the Digital Transformation Journey
If you're undergoing a digital transformation, don't forget to include your machine operators in this process.