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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 where the entrance of the main supply would be located?
There are a variety of complications that can arise while using a reciprocating compressor. Which one of the events would be mitigated by a the proper positioning of proximity probes?
Surge is the worst conditions that a centrifugal compressor can have, so some control strategies have been developed to mitigate this. Which of the strategies below can be described as a control that functions despite the surge controller not operating?
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?
Which answer below best describes the number "7"?
There are some specialized equipment that is on a fractional distillation column. Which of the answers below best describes what the function of a "pump around" on one of those columns?
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 terms below is best describes the measurement with the other control loop is in automatic, the disruption in the PV with a change in Co?
In the reciprocating compressor system, there are numerous specialized components. Which of the components below would be best described as one that diminishes the oscillations of a compressor to acceptable tolerances?
There are a variety of complications that can arise while using a reciprocating compressor. Which one of the events would be mitigated by a the proper positioning of proximity probes?
SAMA has various symbols for the elements or functions of a boiler. Which of the answers below correctly identifies "B"?
Starting a boiler is an extremely complicated procedure. Which of the start-up steps would include lighting of the pilot when the electronic ignitor is activated?
Responses from feedforward controls have different times. Which of the answers below is a timed response?
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 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%
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?
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?
There a some conventional distillation column control strategies. Which of the strategies below is an example of an material balance strategy?
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?
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 describes the "A" portion of the reaction curve?
Which of the variables below is best defined as a manipulated variable for a standard steam exchanger.
The control of the composition that is produced from a distillation column involves several variables. Which of the answers below best represents the major variable(s) that must be kept in balance?
SIS's use is based solely on the reduction of risk. Which of the terms below is best described as further risk reduction is impractical?