Exam 1

Question 1

A transfer function has _______ components which are _______ and _________.

Answer 1

2, static, dynamic

Question 2

Time varying components of a transfer function are _______ and ________

Answer 2

deadtime, time constant

Question 3

Five time constants gives us enough time to see when the input reaches steady state. T/F

Answer 3

False, five time constants gives us enough time to see when the OUTPUT has reached steady state.

Question 4

What is the difference between linear and no linear processes?

Answer 4

Linear processes will have a similar transfer function in all operating regions whereas nonlinear will have a different transfer function in all operating regions.

Question 5

How many components are in a control loop?

Answer 5

4

Question 6

What mode should the controller be in to achieve an open loop response?

Answer 6

Manual

Question 7

What mode should the controller be in to achieve a closed loop response?

Answer 7

Automatic

Question 8

What can the operator change when the control loop is closed?

Answer 8

SP

Question 9

What can the operator change when the control loop is open?

Answer 9

CO