Process Control Fundamentals

Process Control Fundamentals
Author: Raghunathan Rengaswamy
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 349
Release: 2020-05-31
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1000056163

The field of process control has evolved gradually over the years, with emphasis on key aspects including designing and tuning of controllers. This textbook covers fundamental concepts of basic and multivariable process control, and important monitoring and diagnosis techniques. It discusses topics including state-space models, Laplace transform to convert state-space models to transfer function models, linearity and linearization, inversion formulae, conversion of output to time domain, stability analysis through partial fraction expansion, and stability analysis using Routh table and Nyquits plots. The text also covers basics of relative gain array, multivariable controller design and model predictive control. The text comprehensively covers minimum variable controller (MVC) and minimum variance benchmark with the help of solved examples for better understanding. Fundamentals of diagnosis of control loop problems are also explained and explanations are bolstered through solved examples. Pedagogical features including solved problems and unsolved exercises are interspersed throughout the text for better understanding. The textbook is primarily written for senior undergraduate and graduate students in the field of chemical engineering and biochemical engineering for a course on process control. The textbook will be accompanied by teaching resource such a collection of slides for the course material and a includsolution manual for the instructors.

Fundamentals of Semiconductor Manufacturing and Process Control

Fundamentals of Semiconductor Manufacturing and Process Control
Author: Gary S. May
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 428
Release: 2006-05-26
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0471790273

A practical guide to semiconductor manufacturing from processcontrol to yield modeling and experimental design Fundamentals of Semiconductor Manufacturing and Process Controlcovers all issues involved in manufacturing microelectronic devicesand circuits, including fabrication sequences, process control,experimental design, process modeling, yield modeling, and CIM/CAMsystems. Readers are introduced to both the theory and practice ofall basic manufacturing concepts. Following an overview of manufacturing and technology, the textexplores process monitoring methods, including those that focus onproduct wafers and those that focus on the equipment used toproduce wafers. Next, the text sets forth some fundamentals ofstatistics and yield modeling, which set the foundation for adetailed discussion of how statistical process control is used toanalyze quality and improve yields. The discussion of statistical experimental design offers readers apowerful approach for systematically varying controllable processconditions and determining their impact on output parameters thatmeasure quality. The authors introduce process modeling concepts,including several advanced process control topics such asrun-by-run, supervisory control, and process and equipmentdiagnosis. Critical coverage includes the following: * Combines process control and semiconductor manufacturing * Unique treatment of system and software technology and managementof overall manufacturing systems * Chapters include case studies, sample problems, and suggestedexercises * Instructor support includes electronic copies of the figures andan instructor's manual Graduate-level students and industrial practitioners will benefitfrom the detailed exami?nation of how electronic materials andsupplies are converted into finished integrated circuits andelectronic products in a high-volume manufacturingenvironment. An Instructor's Manual presenting detailed solutions to all theproblems in the book is available from the Wiley editorialdepartment. An Instructor Support FTP site is also available.

Fundamental Process Control

Fundamental Process Control
Author: David M. Prett
Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann
Total Pages: 272
Release: 1988
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN:

Presents a unifying theoretical framework that includes real, practical issues such as process constraints and model errors. Modern process control methodologies are compared in light of this framework to allow the development of a new design methodology for controllers. Written for control design experts and graduate-level students. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Fundamentals of Automatic Process Control

Fundamentals of Automatic Process Control
Author: Uttam Ray Chaudhuri
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 303
Release: 2012-10-29
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1466514213

Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of process control is essential for plant practicing engineers and operators. In addition being able to use control hardware and software appropriately, engineers must be able to select or write computer programs that interface the hardware and software required to run a plant effectively. Designed to help readers understand control software and strategies that mimic human activities, Fundamentals of Automatic Process Control provides an integrated introduction to the hardware and software of automatic control systems. Featured Topics Basic instruments, control systems, and symbolic representations Laplacian mathematics for applications in control systems Various disturbances and their effects on uncontrolled processes Feedback control loops and traditional PID controllers Laplacian analysis of control loops Tuning methods for PID controllers Advanced control systems Virtual laboratory software (included on downloadable resources) Modern plants require operators and engineers to have thorough knowledge of instrumentation hardware as well as good operating skills. This book explores the theoretical analysis of the process dynamics and control via a large number of problems and solutions spread throughout the text. This balanced presentation, coupled with coverage of traditional and advanced systems provides an understanding of industrial realities that prepares readers for the future evolution of industrial operations.

Instrumentation Fundamentals for Process Control

Instrumentation Fundamentals for Process Control
Author: Douglas O. J. deSa
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 570
Release: 2019-10-10
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1351438077

A practical introductory guide to the principles of process measurement and control. Written for those beginning a career in the instrumentation and control industry or those who need a refresher, the book will serve as a text or to supercede the mathematical treatment of control theory that will continue to be essential for a well-rounded understanding. The book will provide the reader with the ability to recognize problems concealed among a mass of data and provide minimal cost solutions, using available technology.

Fundamentals of Industrial Control

Fundamentals of Industrial Control
Author: Donald A. Coggan
Publisher: ISA
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2005
Genre: Automatic control
ISBN: 9781556178634

True to its role as the introductory volume to the Practical Guides series, the focus of this text is on application. There are 15 chapters by 11 authors on the following: sensors, analytical instrumentation, chemical process control, final control elements, computer technology, control system theory, analog and digital control devices, distributed control systems and automation systems, programmable logic controllers, ergonomics and occupational safety, and project management strategies. In addition, three appendices are included, on laboratory standards, the basics of electricity and electronics, and the basics of chemistry. New to the second edition is a thorough revision of the text, with updated information on Internet communications, open systems, wireless networks, and other topics. The included CD-ROM contains a complete copy of the text. Annotation : 2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com).

Distillation Control, Optimization, and Tuning

Distillation Control, Optimization, and Tuning
Author: Lanny Robbins
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 144
Release: 2016-04-19
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1439858004

With a focus on the fundamentals and strategies of distillation columns, this book covers the process variables for continuous distillation columns, as well as four basic control strategies and the typical cases in which they are used. The author defines the inlet and outlet streams and process variables for a distillation column and then explains the overall concept of the separation and purification that is performed. Performance and product quality are described in terms of specification requirements, and tools and techniques for the optimization of quality performance are provided. Figures and graphs are included within the reference to illustrate concepts.

Fundamentals of Industrial Instrumentation and Process Control, Second Edition

Fundamentals of Industrial Instrumentation and Process Control, Second Edition
Author: William C. Dunn
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2018-07-13
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9781260122251

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. A Fully Updated, Practical Guide to Automated Process Control and Measurement Systems This thoroughly revised guide offers students a solid grounding in process control principles along with real-world applications and insights from the factory floor. Written by an experienced engineering educator, Fundamentals of Industrial Instrumentation and Process Control, Second Edition is written in a clear, logically organized manner. The book features realistic problems, real-world examples, and detailed illustrations. You’ll get clear explanations of digital and analog components, including pneumatics, actuators, and regulators, and comprehensive discussions on the entire range of industrial processes. Fundamentals of Industrial Instrumentation and Process Control, Second Edition covers: • Pressure • Level • Flow • Temperature and heat • Humidity, density, viscosity, & pH • Position, motion, and force • Safety and alarm • Electrical instruments and conditioning • Regulators, valves, and actuators • Process control • Documentation and symbol standards • Signal transmission • Logic gates • Programmable Logic controllers • Motor control • And much more

Introduction to Statistical Process Control

Introduction to Statistical Process Control
Author: Muhammad Aslam
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 288
Release: 2020-09-16
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 1119528453

An Introduction to the Fundamentals and History of Control Charts, Applications, and Guidelines for Implementation Introduction to Statistical Process Control examines various types of control charts that are typically used by engineering students and practitioners. This book helps readers develop a better understanding of the history, implementation, and use-cases. Students are presented with varying control chart techniques, information, and roadmaps to ensure their control charts are operating efficiently and producing specification-confirming products. This is the essential text on the theories and applications behind statistical methods and control procedures. This eight-chapter reference breaks information down into digestible sections and covers topics including: ● An introduction to the basics as well as a background of control charts ● Widely used and newly researched attributes of control charts, including guidelines for implementation ● The process capability index for both normal and non-normal distribution via the sampling of multiple dependent states ● An overview of attribute control charts based on memory statistics ● The development of control charts using EQMA statistics For a solid understanding of control methodologies and the basics of quality assurance, Introduction to Statistical Process Control is a definitive reference designed to be read by practitioners and students alike. It is an essential textbook for those who want to explore quality control and systems design.