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Process controls: FOURTH PERIOD

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There are many different parts and processes to a distillation column. Which of the parts below can be best described as the design feature that allows the liquid to enter and exit the trays?
There a some conventional distillation column control strategies. Which of the strategies below is best described as a one that does not control output flows from the column?
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?
There are many different parts and processes to a distillation column. Which of the processes below can be best described as the residual liquid exiting the tray at each stage?
In a typical distillation process, the top stage of the column will have a ratio of lighter components to heavier components. Which of the answers below reflects this ratio best?
The graph below is an example of a typical positive displacement compressor. Which of the numbered points would best be described as when the differential pressure opens the suction valves to intake more gas?
In a reciprocating compressor, the piston rod is put under extreme forces and requires monitoring. Which of the situations below would monitor the temperature of the crosshead pin?
Which of the answers below best describes a decoupling control strategy?
There are multiple parts to a large industrial water tube boiler. Which of the answers below is best described as a tube not directly heated, that allows thermal movement of water to the steam drum?
Boiler feedwater treatment is a vital component for the smooth operation of an industrial boiler. Which of the conditioning methods below is comprised of Mechanically removing gases from the feedwater?
Boiler safety is an important part of reliable operation. Which of the strategies below would use premissives and interlocks to prevent explosions?
There are several standards that Ethernet/IP uses. Which of the standards below specifies the physical and data link layers that are used by Ethernet/IP?
There are many different parts and processes to a distillation column. Which of the design feature below can be best described as the piece of equipment that is used for distillate storage?
Using the picture below, which variable is best defined as "manipulated"?
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 the pH of a boiler system being maintained at 10.5-11.5?
The applications for process control are varied. Which of the control strategies below would be best in waste effluent neutralization?
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?
There are several ways to control the pressure in a distillation column. Which of the answers below is best described as a fast acting type of pressure control?
There are multiple parts to a large industrial water tube boiler. Which of the answers below is best described as an exchanger that allows flue gases to heat the boiler feedwater?
A system of control is needed in a centrifugal compressor to have consistent flow. Which of the constant speed compressor control systems below is best described as a restriction on the inlet flow, reducing the discharge flow?
Boiler feedwater treatment is a vital component for the smooth operation of an industrial boiler. Which of the conditioning methods below is comprised of filtration and softening before entering the boiler feedwater system
A system of control is needed in a reciprocating compressor to have consistent pressure. Which of the control systems below is best described as one that changes the compressors capacity?
On a typical boiler control system, there are four main points of control. Which of the answers below would best be manipulated to control boiler furnace pressure?
If an unusual condition appears, compressor control systems have instruments that will shut down the compressor safely. Which of the shutdown classes below is best described as conditions that are always monitored and alarms are armed?
Which of the control systems below is designed to uses the static gain and dynamic portions of the transfer functions?