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What is emission control system malfunction?
It is not unusual for people to get interested in On-Board Diagnostic when the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) lights up on the dashboard of their vehicles. The purpose of the Malfunction Indicator Light, which is also known as Check Engine Light, is to indicate a detected problem with the vehicle’s engine, transmission or emission control system and alert the driver about…
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Sprinkler system control panel
Sprinkler systems are important life safety tools for fire protection. Certainly, they’re one of the things most required by codes and by local authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs). But why? Take, for instance, an article by Kimberly D. Rohr, “U.S. Experience With Sprinklers, ” National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Quincy, Mass., which states, “Automatic sprinklers…
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EVAP control system leak Detected
Article by Don Bowman ASE Certified Automotive Tech Evaporative Emission Control System (EVAP) Leak Detected What does that mean? This is a generic powertrain code, which means it covers all makes/models, 1996-newer. However, specific troubleshooting steps will vary depending on the vehicle. Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0457 relates to a vacuum leak in the evaporative emission…
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Distributed control system in power plants
Conditions in today’s power generation industry are getting tougher. Now more than ever, power generators have to rely on top plant performance, which is ultimately powered by dependable and predictable operation. Power plant control and automation solutions can help reach those goals. SPPA-T3 Cue – The new release Source: ARC Advisory Group, Presentation on 18th Annual ARC…
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What is closed loop and open loop?
All existing pumped storage projects in the world involve surface reservoirs, either natural or artificial, and a small number that use very large water bodies. Many of the recently proposed pumped storage projects are often classified as “closed loop” or “open loop” systems, depending on their connection with rivers or other flowing water bodies. The Federal Energy1. Energy…
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Go!Control Wireless Security system
The 2GIG Go!Control is a wireless self-contained alarm system designed for deluxe integration of security and automation control. The panel itself is a color touchscreen display keypad with a built-in siren. There is a backup battery and a 14VDC transformer included (no cable included). The panel supports 32 4-digit user codes and up to 48 wireless security zones across Honeywell…
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Wind turbine control Systems
Wind turbine OEMs must push the performance limits of their turbine designs in order to remain competitive and maximize wind park revenue potential. They need to extract optimal energy from the wind by enhancing turbine performance, increasing component lifetime and improving power quality. In the offshore arena, the industry is demanding a world-class power generation plant…
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Idle Air control system
Article by Dale Toalston ASE Certified Technician IAC (Idle Air Control) System Malfunction This diagnostic trouble code (DTC) is a generic powertrain code, which means that is applies to OBD-II equipped vehicles. Although generic, the specific repair steps may vary depending on make/model. What does that mean? The IAC (Idle Air Control) valve controls the idle speed of the…
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Electronically Controlled Brake system
We expect to reduce exhaust gas emissions further and improve fuel consumption, by developing a new brake system (called brake-by-wire system) to control the friction brake force and the regenerative brake force of the two motors, one each at front and rear axle. Within this new system we developed the new technology listed below. 1To compensate the changes of the regenerative…
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Fanuc system
FANUC to build factory of the future using NVIDIA AI platform; self-teaching robots in the FIELD system NVIDIA and FANUC Corporation are collaborating to implement artificial intelligence on the FANUC Intelligent Edge Link and Drive (FIELD) system to increase robotics productivity and bring new capabilities to automated factories worldwide. Adding AI to the FIELD system will…
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Control Systems Robotics and Automation
Microcomputer technology and micromechanical design have contributed to recent rapid advances in Robotics. Particular advances have been made in sensor technology that allow robotic systems to gather data and react intelligently in flexible manufacturing systems. The analysis and recording of the data are vital to controlling the robot. In order to solve problems in control…
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Closed and open loop
How to tune and set these parameters Contributed by: Enginebasics.com A term you are bound to run across when tuning an EFI fuel injection set-up, is the term “closed loop o2”. The purpose of this article is to explain how open and closed loop o2 works and how to tune and modify these tables. O2 Sensor Background The o2 sensor is the sensor located just after the exhaust manifold…
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Ultralight control Systems
T-Stick - The first stick with a comfortable handle. This Eco-stick makes it easier to hold and place in a dead spot on the sand. There is a threaded hole on one end that allows the addition of our BA-HB ball, so then you can add a clamp and an action camera or other smaller camera to it. You may also add your favorite lanyard to the through hole in the other side Sue Drafahl…
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Master control Systems, Inc
EC Controllers are Masters top of the line product, featuring a unique array of specially engineered options for maximum protection and durability. Here are just a few of the functions unique to EC Controllers: Our standard controller, the MC Series Fire Pump Controller, is engineered to the highest standards in the industry. It surpasses NFPA 20, UL and FM requirements as…
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Barcode stock control Systems
Barcode systems provide a method of identifying products with a barcode scanner for purpose of counting them quickly and with a minimum chance of human error. In inventory management, barcode software is employed in the tasks that require counting large numbers of physical items: stock takes, receiving shipments, packing orders, and shipping orders (or transfers). Example use-cases…
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