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Phase Locked Loop High Precision Motor Speed Control System

AC generators can be utilized in high precision control systems. The AC generator rotor is rotated by the rotating shaft…

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Principle of Operation of Magnetostrictive Position Sensors

Magnetostrictive sensors detect the location of a magnetic ring that slides along a conductive metal tube; in other words this…

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How to Connect Discrete Sensors to PLC Inputs

Discrete Sensor Outputs   Basically sensor outputs can be categorized into two types: discrete also referred to discrete or logic…

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NAMUR NE 107 Standard for Modern Instrumentation Diagnostics

NAMUR NE 107 is a standard adhered to by manufacturers during the design and fabrication of instruments. NAMUR NE 107…

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Steam Conditioning Valves – Features, Advantages & Applications

The Work of Steam Conditioning Valves & Why they are used in Industrial Processes Typically in an industrial set up,…

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What is the Function of a Steam Desuperheater?

Whereas superheated steam offers an excellent source of energy for mechanical power generation, in most cases, steam at greatly reduced…

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Control Valve Selection Guide

Valves are manual or automatic fluid controlling elements in a piping system; in other words, valves isolate, switch, and control…

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Volume Booster: Function, Operation & Application

Function of a Volume Booster A volume booster is a device that amplifies or boosts the volume of air supplied…

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Electro-Pneumatic Valve Positioners: Function & Features

Valve positioners are motion-control devices that are made in such a way to actively compare valve stem position against the…

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Instrument Grounding: General Guidelines

Specific attention must be paid to instrument grounding, especially where field instruments are connected to a computer or microprocessor based…

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