Code: R7311006

R07
PROCESS CONTROL INSTRUMENTATION (Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering)

B.Tech III Year I Semester (R07) Supplementary Examinations December/January 2013/14

Time: 3 hours Answer any FIVE questions All questions carry equal marks ***** 1. (a) Explain in detail the servo and regulator operations in process dynamics. (b) Distinguish between a controlled variable and a manipulated variable. 2

Max. Marks: 80

(a) Discuss the effect of an integral controller on the closed loop response of first order process. (b) Define proportional band and establish the relation between proportional gain, proportional band and offset error. (a) Draw a three mode electronic controller and derive the expression for the output voltage. (b) With suitable diagrams, describe a hydraulic integral controller and explain how integral time can be adjusted. Explain how to determine the optimum settings for mathematically described process using frequency response. (a) Explain about the continuous oscillation method in detail. (b) What is meant by optimum tuning control? Explain briefly. (a) With the help of neat sketch, explain the (b) Write briefly about the valve positioner. converter.

(a) What is the importance of control valves? Explain briefly its characteristics. (b) Write clearly about the existence of cavitations in control valves. Write short notes on the following: (a) Split range. (b) Cascade control. (c) Multivariable control. *****