controllers

Control Modes in Automation Systems

The mode of control is the way in which a control system makes corrections relative to an error that exists…

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The Performance Limits for PID Controllers

PID Controllers can be applied successfully to most control problems in process control, electrical drive systems and servo mechanisms due…

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What is a Discontinuous Controller?

This is a controller with only 2 switching states, that is, the output signal is switched ON and OFF depending…

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Analog vs. Digital Controllers

Analog signals pass continuously through a full range of values for example a measuring device converts the process variable (PV),…

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Position Control System using a Microprocessor-Based Controller

Consider the following figure illustrating a position control system employing a microprocessor-based controller with parallel ports: Figure 1.0 Microprocessor-based controller…

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Basic Steps to Consider in Designing a Control System

Typically a control system should be designed to work together with an already existing process. The control design problem can…

2 years ago

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…

2 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…

3 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

How to Tune the PID Controller

Before we discuss how to tune the PID controller, let’s look at some basic facts about PID Controller. Basic Facts…

4 years ago