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Process controls: FOURTH PERIOD

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There are numerous undertakings in developing an SIS, this is called the safety life cycle. Which of the terms below relates best to the ratio of detected failure rates in a device or system?
Which of the terms below is best described as the relationship of the system's output to its input?
There a some conventional distillation column control strategies. Which of the strategies below is an example of an material balance strategy?
There are multiple parts to a large industrial water tube boiler. Which of the answers below is best described as a Provides air for combustion from outside the boiler?
In the reciprocating compressor system, there are numerous specialized components. Which of the components below would be best described as one that removes condensate collecting in the suction line between stages?
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 water level in the steam drum?
In the reciprocating compressor system, there are numerous specialized components. Which of the components below would be best described as one that increases efficiency by preventing over heating between stages?
SIS components are indicated on P&ID's, showing which devices are part of this system. Which of the letters below signifies is a variable modifier for a device is a part of the SIS?
The breakdown of any one of the components of a SIF is hazardous. Which of the components below are the least prone to breakdown?
There are multiple parts to a large industrial water tube boiler. Which of the answers below is best described as a place where the separation of vapour from liquid occurs?
Which answer below best describes the number "10"?
There are several common problems that can arise during a distillation columns operation. Which of the problems below can be described as an accumulation of liquid that can block vapour from rising?
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?
Control strategies affect several variables, some at the same time. Which of the variables below is omitted from the pure feedforward control strategy?
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 armed at the successful completion of the start sequence, and stay armed until it's timer expires?
Which answer below best represents the subscripts with the static gain symbol in the calculation of the OLM?
On a typical boiler control system, there are four main points of control. Which of the answers below would best be manipulated to control the steam drum level?
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.
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?
There are several ways to control the pressure in a distillation column. Which of the answers below is best described as the pressure control where there is no manipulation of the coolant flow to the condenser?
In the reciprocating compressor system, there are numerous specialized components. Which of the components below would be best described as one that acts as a downstream backflow preventer?
There are multiple parts to a large industrial water tube boiler. Which of the answers below is best described as a fan that pulls and drives flue gases up the stack?
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 impurities from the mud drum?
The graph below is an example of a typical positive displacement compressor. Which of the numbered points would best be described as the end of the discharge stroke?
In process control, there are many control strategies to choose from. Which of the strategies would adjust the manipulated variable by the measured disturbance?