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Process controls: FOURTH PERIOD

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In the protocol specifications of Modbus, there are only four types of registers that can be accessed by the master. Which of the answers below expresses the register size and permissions of a coil?
The indirect ratio scheme calculates it's ratio using a flow relay. Which of the methods below does the flow relay use?
Surge is the worst conditions that a centrifugal compressor can have, so some control strategies have been developed to mitigate this. Which of the strategies below can be described as the measurement of differential pressures in the compressor, head and inlet flow pressure determines if action is required?
Even a peak operating boiler must be protected from various issues that effect it's performance. Which of the terms below would be best be prevented by a chemical treatment coinciding with regular blowdowns, keeping the TDS near 0.03 ppm?
The use of the direct ratio scheme is not as common as the indirect ratio scheme. Which of the answers below is the main reason why direct ratio control is not as common
The Ethernet standards define the physical layer characteristics and data rate. Which of the answers below contains the common factors affecting wireless Ethernet data rate
Each compressor have it's own pressure to flow profile at a defined speed. Which of the compressors below would have a predictable flow and inconsistent pressure?
There are numerous undertakings in developing an SIS, this is called the safety life cycle. Which of the terms below relates best to a collection of devices that reduce a specific hazards risk?
There are multiple parts to a large industrial water tube boiler. Which of the answers below is best described as the capture and reuse of used steam?
In a split range control strategy, FCE "A" has a range of 0-50% and FCE"B" has a range of 50-100% of the controller signal. Which of the answers below how the FCEs are configured at 35% control signal?
One of the more common applications for ratio control is fuel to air control schemes. Which of the control schemes below would use a a signal arriving at both the air and fuel controllers from the firing demand controller?
In the reciprocating compressor system, there are numerous specialized components. Which of the components below would be best described as one that safeguards against over pressurization?
When tuning with out decoupling, the _______ step is to tune the faster loops, the _______ step is to tune the most important loop. Choose the answer below that best fills in both blanks.
In the reciprocating compressor system, there are numerous specialized components. Which of the components below would be best described as one that diminishes the oscillations of a compressor to acceptable tolerances?
Which of the answers below best represents a tuning consideration that is not required for ideal loop response?
There a some conventional distillation column control strategies. Which of the strategies below is an example of an material balance strategy?
The applications for process control are varied. Which of the control strategies below would be best in waste effluent neutralization?
Which of the control strategies below is best defined as a strategy where all inputs are evaluated and the calculated outputs are transmitted collectively?
Which of the answers below is best represented by the number "3" on a typical H1 segment?
There are numerous undertakings in developing an SIS, this is called the safety life cycle. Which of the terms below relates best to the management of the live SIS system, including testing and repairs?
Because steam demands can vary, there are several control methods that work in concert to ensure efficient boiler operation. Which of those strategies would be to control the volume of boiler feedwater sprayed in to the steam?
In industry, distillation columns have grown to encompass the needs that are required. Which of the columns below would best be described as one that removes distillate form multiple points on the column?
The techniques employed in process systems, that have the controlled value as close to the desired value are called control strategies. Which of the strategies below is designed to counter disturbances before they can affect the controlled variable?
There are many different parts and processes to a distillation column. Which of the processes below can be best described as a column filled with material that allows the vapour and liquid to flow freely up and down the column?
Which of the answers below best describes the "C" portion of the reaction curve?