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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. -
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PID Controller Auto-Tuning Based On Process Step Response
Technical paper presents a novel method of PID controller tuning suitable for higher-order aperiodic processes and aimed at step response-based auto-tuning applications. -
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Nonlinear Predictive Control of a Boiler-Turbine Unit [Technical]
A boiler-turbine unit in coal-fired power plants is used to convert fuel chemical energy into mechanical energy & then into electrical energy. -
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The Reliability of Wireless Mesh Networks in Industrial Environments
The Reliability of Wireless Mesh Networks in Industrial Environments -
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Why Automation Professionals Need to Go Beyond the Obvious and Create Elegant Solutions
Automation professionals may well benefit from taking a chance to develop options beyond the obvious, finding elegant solutions that are superior. -
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How to Better Understand Integrating and Runaway Process Dynamics
Technical discussion on how to improve industrial automation operations by understanding integrating and runaway process dynamics -
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IT and OT in Manufacturing Execution Systems
To facilitate the smoothest support of MES, IT and OT should agree as to who supports which elements of hardware and software, and should collaborate more. -
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AutoQuiz: What Control is Used When a Specific Blend of Two Different Materials is Required?
What Control is Used When a Specific Blend of Two Different Materials is Required? -
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Why Engineers Should Foster Relationships with Vendors
An engineer is as dependent on the vendors as they are dependent upon the engineer. -
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AutoQuiz: What Is the Best Tuning Method for a Catalyst Feed Flow Controller?
Only a closed-loop tuning method can be used with an exothermic reaction where the reactor can "run away" (increasing speed of reaction as the reaction progresses, catalyzed by its own heat of reactio -
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What's the Difference Between Industry 4.0 and Industry 5.0?
Industry 4.0 and Industry 5.0 share many overlapping concepts, but they are distinctly different. -
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How to Get the Most out of Your PID Controller
Technical paper shows you how to get the most out of your PID controller, extending its functionality from basic to advanced control. -
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AutoQuiz: How to Calculate Uptime for an Automation System
The most important measure for production equipment support is operational availability, or “uptime.” -
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AI Is Taking Automation in Aerospace Manufacturing to New Heights
How AI is taking automation in aerospace manufacturing to new heights with 3D printing, automated quality control, robotics, and more -
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The Art of Level Instrument Selection
Successful level instrument design starts with an uderstanding of the application & strengths & weaknesses of the available level measurement technologies. -
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AutoQuiz: How to Calibrate a Magnetic Flowmeter
Magnetic flowmeters use Faraday's law of magnetic induction as the basis of their operation. -
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What are the Benefits of Electronic Document Management for the Process Industries?
What are the Advantages of Electronic Document Management for the Automation Industry? -
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What Is the Definition of PID Bumpless Transfer?
Bumpless transfer and how a new operating point can be achieved quickly and smoothly after the PID is switched to automatic mode. -
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What Is an Automation Migration Project Best Path Forward?
Process control migration best path forward: How do you achieve both when schedule and cost are constraints or better yet roadblocks? -
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AutoQuiz: In What Position Does a Control Valve with a Direct Acting Actuator Fail?
A direct acting valve travels to the closed position when the signal increases. When there is a failure, there is no signal and power.



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