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Process controls: FOURTH PERIOD

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Which of the terms below is best described as a feedback signal that relates to the measurement of the CV
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?
There are numerous undertakings in developing an SIS, this is called the safety life cycle. Which of the terms below relates best to identifying the potential for harm to people, environment, and property?
Which of the answers below best describes a centralized control strategy?
Which of the variables below is best defined as a manipulated variable for a standard steam exchanger.
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?
Compressors are split into general categories by how they produce downstream pressure. Which of the answers below would a centrifugal compressor be classified as?
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?
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 having sodium carbonates substituted with sodium sulfates as a softening agent?
Which of the answers below best represents the controller gain if the PB is 65%?
There are multiple parts to a large industrial water tube boiler. Which of the answers below is best described as a structure or apparatus in which heat is generated?
Which of the answers below best describes the network access method(s) that is used by the H1 transmission system?
Gasoline is a complex hydrocarbon blend. Which of the rigid specifications below determines the volatility of gasoline?
which of the terms below can be described as a force exerted by the gas or vapor released by a liquid or solid substance in a closed container or space.
Which of the answers below best represents a tuning consideration that is not required for ideal loop response?
Which of the answers below best represents a tuning consideration that is not required for ideal loop response?
All feedforward control strategies respond to a disturbance before it reaches the CV. Which of the strategies below does not verify that the CV has returned to the desired value
Which of the answers below is best represented by the number "6" on a typical H1 segment?
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 safety is an important part of reliable operation. Which of the strategies below would concern itself with maintaining proper furnace pressures?
To minimize the loop interaction in a multi-loop control system, the CO and PV whose ______ pairing is closest to +1 is most desirable. Choose the best answer from those below to fill in the blank.
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
There are two types of Ethernet connector cables. Which type of connector cable is pictured below?
Which of the answers below is best represented by the number "2" on a typical H1 segment?
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?