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2023 Test 1 - Process Control
2023 Test 1 - Process Control
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
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Question 1: Theory [10]
1.1 Draw a simple closed loop control system and discuss all the important elements.
(5)
Solution
Solution
Closed Loop System Advantages (Any one of the following):
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1.3 Discuss the term “Open-loop control system” and give an example. (2)
Solution
2.2 The system is represented by the following transfer function, expand, and derive the
system response, y(t) when the system is subjected to a unit step input, r(t). Assume zero
initial conditions (7)
𝑌𝑌(𝑠𝑠) 3
= 2
𝑅𝑅(𝑠𝑠) 𝑠𝑠 + 2𝑠𝑠 + 5
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Solution
2.3 Determine the transfer function, Vo(s)/Vi(s) for the operational amplifier shown in Figure
2.1 (8)
FIGURE 2.1
Solution
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2.4 For the system shown below, determine the following:
400
𝐺𝐺(𝑠𝑠) = 𝑠𝑠2 +16𝑠𝑠+400,
Solution
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Question 3: Block Diagram Reduction [11]
3.1 For the diagram in Figure 3.1 determine the Transfer function. Show all steps by
redrawing each step reduction (7)
FIGURE 3.1
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3.2 Reduce the block diagram shown in Figure 3.2 to a single transfer function (4)
FIGURE 3.2
Solution:
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