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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 design feature below can be best described as the generation of heat to the column?
A calculated value, derived from the mathematical model of the process, of the manipulated variable is applied to the feedback controller ouput signal to the FCE. Which of the answers below would use this type of strategies?
There are multiple parts to a large industrial water tube boiler. Which of the answers below is best described as the area where boiler water is equalized, and scale is deposited?
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?
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?
Calculate the static gain of a process that has a step change of 15% in CO₁, creating a 20% change in PV₁ and a 12% change in PV₂ while CO₂ is held constant. A step change of 12% in CO₂ creates a -15% change in PV₁ and a 7% change in PV₂?
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?
In an industrial application, there are systems where two or more boilers supply a main header. Which of the terms below would best describe the main steam header pressure controller?
Electric switches and transmitters make up the bulk of the sensors in a safety system. Which type of sensor architecture below is best described as shutdown that can be initiated by two out of a total of three components?
There are many different parts and processes to a distillation column. Which of the design feature below can be best described as the process of condensed tops reintroduced to the column?
In a saturation process that uses static decoupling, what is the value of D₁ and D₂ if K₁₁= 14%, K₁₂=-15%, K₂₁=23% and K₂₂=12%
Which of the terms can be best described as a condition of a system or process that does not change over a period of time?
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 represents the phase shift of a processes natural frequency?
In relation to open loop static gain calculations the "K" in the picture below is best described by which term below?
Feedforward control strategies are developed from different sources. Which of the strategies below is derived equations that involve energy or mass balance equations?
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 adding chemicals that cause impurities to precipitate to the mud drum?
There are many different parts and processes to a distillation column. Which of the design feature below can be best described as the part of the column that contains the greatest portion of heavier components of the mixture?
There are several ways to control the pressure in a distillation column. Which of the answers below is would be the best type of pressure control for a typical distillation column?
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?
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?
SAMA has various symbols for the elements or functions of a boiler. Which of the answers below correctly identifies "E"?
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?
The efficiency of a distillation column has a direct link to pressure control. Which of the answers below is a strategy for total condenser pressure control?
The graph below is an example of a typical positive displacement compressor. Which of the numbered points would best be described as when the discharge valve open due to pressure differential?