Mechatronics, Industrial Control & Instrumentation

Solid-state Relays (SSR) Features and Operation

A solid-state relay (SSR) is a purely solid-state device used for turning ON and OFF AC loads such as motors.…

4 years ago

What is Motion Control?

Motion control generally refers to an open loop or closed loop electromechanical system in which things are moving. A motion…

4 years ago

The Basics of Ladder Diagrams for Programming PLCs

The ladder diagrams are universally used as a symbolic and schematic way to represent the interconnection between the elements in…

4 years ago

What is Sequential Control System?

This is a control system that manages a process defined by a series of tasks to be performed i.e. a…

4 years ago

Basic Features of Distributed Control Systems (DCS)

In distributed control system, each process has its own separate controller located at the site. These local controllers are interconnected…

4 years ago

What is Process Control?

Process control can be defined as a control system that manages a particular industrial process so that a uniform, correct…

4 years ago

Types of Sensors used in Measurement and Process Control

A sensor is an element in a measurement system that detects the magnitude of a physical variable or parameter and…

4 years ago

Basic Facts about Data Acquisition (DAQ) and Process Control

The goal of most electronic systems is to measure or control some physical quantity. The system will have to acquire…

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Why you should replace your old DCS systems with modern ones

To keep up with evolving technology manufacturers need to upgrade their legacy Distributed Control Systems (DCS). This might be a…

4 years ago

Basic Features of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)

Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers What is a Programmable Logic Controller? A PLC is a user friendly; microprocessor-based specialized equipment…

4 years ago