Category: Control system

Top 30 MCQs for SCADA Systems Basics Quiz

SCADA Systems Basics Quiz Test your knowledge of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition. This quiz is for automation students and professionals. 1. What does the acronym SCADA stand for? a) Supervisory Communication and Data Analysis b) Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition c) System Control and Data Aggregation d) Secure Control and Data Access 2. Which […]

Top 30 MCQs for Distributed Control System (DCS)

Distributed Control System (DCS) Quiz Test Your Knowledge 1. What is the primary advantage of a Distributed Control System (DCS) over a centralized control system? a) Lower initial cost b) Simplified wiring c) Increased reliability and fault tolerance d) Faster processing speed for a single, complex loop 2. Which of the following is NOT a […]

DCS/IPS System & Cabinet calculation

DCS/IPS System & Cabinet Calculator DCS/IPS System & Cabinet Calculator Estimate your hardware needs based on I/O counts. ⚙️ Configuration AI Ch/Module AO Ch/Module DI Ch/Module DO Ch/Module Modules/System Points/Cabinet 🔢 I/O Counts Analog Inputs (AI) Analog Outputs (AO) Digital Outputs (DO) Digital Inputs (DI) Digital Inputs (DI) – Non-IS Digital Inputs (DI) – IS […]

IOs calculator

Advanced Instrumentation I/O Calculator Advanced I/O Calculator Calculate standard and F&G device I/O with IS/Non-IS breakdown. I/O Configuration Instrument Type Qty Analog In (AI) Analog Out (AO) Digital In (DI) Digital Out (DO) Actions IS Non-IS IS Non-IS IS Non-IS IS Non-IS Add Custom Instrument Instrument Name Qty AI (IS) DI (IS) DO (IS) Add […]

Solenoid Valves in ESD Applications: Types, Coil Ratings, Applications, and Maintenance for Optimal Performance in Oil & Gas and Process Industries

Introduction In the oil & gas and process industries, Emergency Shutdown (ESD) valves play a critical role in safeguarding personnel, assets, and the environment. Central to the reliable functioning of these ESD valves are solenoid valves, which act as pilot devices to control pneumatic or hydraulic actuators. Despite being small in size, solenoid valves are […]