Introduction To Instrumention, Sensors And Process Control

by William C. Dunn

Overview

This clear, easy-to-comprehend resource offers a state-of-art treatment of the instrumentation, sensors and process control used in modern manufacturing. The book covers a wide range of technologies and techniques, fully explaining important related terminology. You learn how to use microprocessors for both analog and digital process control, as well as signal conditioning. Additionally, you gain a thorough understanding of the various types of valves and actuators used for flow control.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781580530118
Publisher:	Artech House, Incorporated
Publication date:	10/31/2005
Series:	Artech House Sensors Library
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	350
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 10.00(h) x 0.81(d)

About the Author

William C. Dunn worked in various key management roles for the Motorola Semiconductor Products Sector for over 10 years. Now semi-retired, Mr. Dunn is an adjunct instructor at Ouachita Technical College, teaching digital logic and industrial instrumentation. A well-published author, he holds more than 25 patents and has presented at several major industry conferences.

Table of Contents

Preface. Process Control. Units and Standards. Basic Electrical Components. Analog Electronics. Digital Electronics. Microelectromechanical Devices and Smart Sensors. Pressure. Level. Flow. Temperature and Heat. Position Force and Light, Humidity, and Other Sensors. Actuators and Control.Programmable Logic Controllers. Signal Conditioning and Transmission. Process Control. Documentation and P & ID. Glossary. Index.