John Mulindi

Pressure Regulators: Function & Types

The main function of any gas pressure regulator is to match the flow of gas through the regulator to the…

1 year ago

Instrument Installation: Cabling Guidelines

Instrument installation with the associated cable installation/electrical signal and control wiring should be carried out by skilled personnel who are…

1 year ago

Instrument Installation – Mounting & Accessibility Guidelines

Before we look at the instrument installation - mounting and accessibility guidelines, it is important to ensure that installation is…

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PLC Instruction Set

An Overview of PLC Instructions Types There are various types of instructions that are available in a PLC. The instruction…

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Major Technologies for Smart Grid Implementation

Fig: Smart communication grid, Image by macrovector on Freepik Smart grid can enhance legacy electric systems (i.e. the traditional electricity…

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Demand Mode vs. Continuous Mode Safety Function

Demand Mode Safety Function Demand mode safety function is where a specified action is taken in response to process conditions…

1 year ago

Input & Output Modules of a PLC – Types & Applications

The input/output modules act as the signal interface between the monitoring sensors and actuators, and the controller. Additional they provide…

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How to Calibrate an AC Ammeter & an AC Voltmeter

An instrument calibration is performed by comparing its reading with that of a more accurate instrument when both instruments are…

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The IEEE-488 Instrumentation Bus (GPIB)

A bus in computer systems means a collection of unbroken signal lines that interconnect computer modules; these connections are usually…

1 year ago

What are Virtual Instruments?

Virtual instruments (VI) are instruments based on computer software whose controls and displays are presented on a computer screen and…

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