Author Dr. R. Russell Rhinehart discusses his new book, Nonlinear Model-Based Control: Using First-Principles Models in Process Control, and explains why nonlinear first-principles models should be ...

Human failures and limitations were no doubt a motivating factor for developing automated control systems. Control systems can act reliably, fast and effectively 24/7. Pneumatic and hydraulic ...

Technology is changing and fast. Labor availability and skillset requirements are changing as well. Process control staffing of personnel makeup and skillsets have evolved over decades of iterations.

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 ...

Control engineering rarely makes headlines, yet it is the invisible scaffolding holding up almost every technological promise ...

In this article, as in industry, advanced process control (APC) refers primarily to multi-variable control. Multivariable control means adjusting multiple single-loop controllers in unison, to meet ...

Process manufacturers have been using advanced process control (APC) and online optimization technologies for several decades. Advances are being made on the business front, increasing manufacturers’ ...

A control engineer at Dangote Refinery has shared insights into his experience after more than two years on the job. His account offers a glimpse into his work.

Wastewater process engineers must have well-above-average critical thinking, problem-solving, and verbal and written communication skills. They use computer-aided design (CAD) and other software to ...