process control

Fuzzy Controller and its Industrial Applications

Fuzzy logic is a human model, potentially applicable to a wide range of processes and tasks that require human instinct…

3 years ago

Basic Elements of a Digital Controller for a Steam-Turbine Driven Generator

The block diagram below illustrates the basic elements of a minicomputer system for speed and voltage control as well as…

4 years ago

How Controllers are used in Industrial Automation Systems

In many process control systems, microprocessor based programmable logic controllers are used for decision making due to the sophistication of…

4 years ago

Basic Features of Controller Area Network (CAN)

Controller Area Network (CAN) is a serial communication protocol developed primarily for applications in the automotive industry. It is also…

4 years ago

Technical Aspects of Foundation Fieldbus

Foundation fieldbus (FF) is an all-digital, serial, two-way communication system for industrial applications. Foundation fieldbus specifications include two different configurations:…

4 years ago

What is Fieldbus in Industrial Communication Networks?

Fieldbus can be defined as a digital, serial, multidrop, data bus for communication with industrial control and instrumentation devices such…

4 years ago

RTD 2, 3, 4 Wire Sensor Connections

The resistance temperature devices (RTD) can be connected directly to the controller peripheral amplifiers using 2-wire, 3-wire or 4-wire lead…

4 years ago

Instrumentation Sensors and Transducers – Multiple Choice Questions & Answers (MCQ4)

The Answers have been provided at the end of the Questions: Q1. Which of the following sensors is used to…

4 years ago

How Signal Processing Circuits are protected from high currents & voltages

Protection against high currents and voltages is a very important requirement for signal processing circuits. A high current can be…

4 years ago

Basic Features of Foundation Fieldbus (FF)

Foundation fieldbus (FF) and Profibus are the two most universal serial data bus formats that are used for interfacing between…

4 years ago