Description
“Process Control Instrumentation Technology” is a widely used textbook that covers the principles and applications of process control and instrumentation in industrial settings. The book is commonly authored by Curtis D. Johnson and is a key resource for students and professionals in automation, instrumentation, and control engineering.
Book Description:
This book provides a comprehensive introduction to the concepts of process control, measurement devices, sensors, actuators, and control strategies used in various industries, including chemical, pharmaceutical, oil and gas, and manufacturing.
Key Topics Covered:
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Fundamentals of Process Control
- Introduction to process control systems
- Open-loop vs. closed-loop control
- Control system components
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Measurement and Instrumentation
- Temperature, pressure, level, and flow measurement
- Types of sensors and transmitters
- Calibration and maintenance of instruments
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Control Valves and Final Control Elements
- Types of control valves
- Actuators and positioners
- Valve characteristics and selection
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Controllers and Control Strategies
- PID controllers (Proportional, Integral, Derivative)
- Tuning of controllers
- Advanced control strategies (feedforward, cascade, ratio control)
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Process Dynamics and Modeling
- First-order and second-order system response
- Process dynamics and time delays
- Mathematical modeling of processes
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Digital and Analog Control Systems
- Analog vs. digital signals
- Distributed Control Systems (DCS)
- Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
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Industrial Automation and Communication
- Industrial networks and fieldbus communication
- SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems
- Internet of Things (IoT) in process control
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Safety and Reliability in Process Control
- Alarm management and fault diagnosis
- Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS)
- Hazard and risk assessment
Who Should Read This Book?
- Engineering students specializing in instrumentation, automation, and process control
- Professionals in industries such as manufacturing, oil & gas, power plants, and chemical processing
- Technicians and engineers involved in system maintenance and troubleshooting
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