For the reliability analysis of the flow control loop in Example 10.4, the DP flow meter is

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For the reliability analysis of the flow control loop in Example 10.4, the DP flow meter is the least reliable component. Suppose that a second, identical flow meter is used in a backup mode so that it could be automatically and immediately employed if the first flow meter failed. How much would the overall system reliability improve by adding the second sensor?

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Process Dynamics and Control

ISBN: 978-1119385561

4th edition

Authors: Dale E. Seborg, Thomas F. Edgar, Duncan A. Mellichamp, Francis J. Doyle

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