The process control and instrumentation minor emphasizes developing skills and knowledge in theory, software and in the field. Students graduate ready to solve complex control problems in the chemical ...

Chemical process safety and control in reactors remains an essential field of study given the inherent risks associated with exothermic and potentially runaway reactions. Recent advancements have ...

Market opportunities in process automation for the chemicals and petrochemicals industry include digital transformation, AI-driven optimization, and IoT integration. Specialty chemicals and ...

How self-tuning can support an adaptive control strategy. How Model Reference Adaptive Control can improve adaptability. The different types of MRAC. A certain amount of flexibility is always good to ...

Author Patrick Bouwman explains how his book, Fundamentals of Process Control: Principles and Concepts, helps up-and-coming automation professionals build a solid foundation. What inspired you to ...

At some point in our lives, we have dropped a drinking glass or knocked over a glass-blown knickknack, only to watch it hit the floor and shatter into pieces. We learn from any early age that glass is ...

When it comes to process-control systems, reliability is crucial and failure can be costly or dangerous. A combination of good design practices, component selection, and testing can enhance ...

Aim: To demonstrate the potential of in-line nanoparticle size measurements using the NanoFlowSizer (NFS) as a PAT method. To achieve real-time process control by establishing automated regulation of ...

Applications in process industries such as Oil Refineries, Rigs & Processing Plants, Chemical Processing Plants, Gas Pipelines, Coalmines, Printing Industries, Paper & Textiles, Automotive Refueling ...

New players proliferate, increasing CMC materials and manufacturing capacity, novel processes and automation to meet demand for higher part volumes and performance. The composites industry is under ...