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Process controls: FOURTH PERIOD

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There are many factors in the proper working of a distillation column. Which of the answers below is one of those factors?
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?
Gasoline is a complex hydrocarbon blend. Which of the blending ratios would use the flow rates flow rate controllers on each line to create the blend ratio?
Which of the answers below represents the phase shift of a processes natural frequency?
Which answer below best describes the number "6"?
The graph below is an example of a typical positive displacement compressor. Which of the numbered points would best be described as when the cylinder is full of gas at suction pressure?
Which of the answers below is best represented by the number "3" on a typical H1 segment?
There are multiple parts to a large industrial water tube boiler. Which of the answers below is best described as a fuel and air mixing chamber for proper combustion?
Certain typesof dynamic compressors need specialized components. Which of the components below would be required for a multistage centrifugal compressor?
In the reciprocating compressor system, there are numerous specialized components. Which of the components below would be best described as one that improves the efficiency and range of operation?
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?
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 mud drum?
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?
Which of the control strategies below is best defined as a strategy where all inputs are evaluated and the calculated outputs are transmitted collectively?
Feedforward control strategies are developed from different sources. Which of the strategies below is derived equations that involve energy or mass balance equations?
SAMA has various symbols for the elements or functions of a boiler. Which of the answers below correctly identifies "E"?
The graph below is an example of a typical positive displacement compressor. Which of the numbered points would best be described as when the cylinder is full of gas at suction pressure?
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 adjust the compression rate of the compressor?
In the distillation process heat is one of the most important variables to control. Which of the answers below would best describe the effects of an increase in heat production?
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?
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 supplied steam pressure?
Centrifugal compressors have some specialized problems while operating. Which of the terms below is best described as the operation at a high flow rate but low discharge rate?
There are several common problems that can arise during a distillation columns operation. Which of the problems below can be described as a lack of vapour speed to keep the liquid on the proper tray?
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?
Compressors are split into general categories by how they produce downstream pressure. Which of the answers below would a centrifugal compressor be classified as?