Control &

Instrumentation

Control & Instrumentation

! Analogue & Digital Servo
Trainer
! Modular Servo System

! Transducers kit

! Programmable Logic
Control Applications
! Dual Conveyor plc Workcell

! Elevator

! Digital Pendulum Control

system
! Magnetic Levitation System

! Twin Rotor MIMO System

! Precision Modular Servo

Control Workshop
! Coupled Tanks System

Control Engineering is of significant interest in most areas of industry - Benefits

new and established. The Feedback range of Control Engineering training
equipment has been designed to provide a modern, efficient approach to ! Ideally suited for University
training the engineers and technicians working in this field. and Technical College
courses
Feedback’s philosophy is to equip students with the fundamental ideas and
principles that underpin modern engineering practice by using versatile trainers
that quickly and clearly demonstrate the required technology.
! MATLAB applications for
real-time control
Paramount to all Feedback equipment is the principle that students of
Engineering and Technology should work with hardware and be allowed to ! All products provided with
take a hands-on approach. All of Feedback’s teaching hardware is supported in-depth teaching manuals
by extensive teaching and theoretical courseware, either in the form of paper or software
manuals or software.
! Compact, bench-top
Within the Control Engineering range, Feedback offers hardware that can
systems
be used in conjunction with a combination of:-
! Conventional test and measurement equipment ! Teaching material and
! Industry standard control devices applications relevant to
industrial practice
! Computer Assisted Learning techniques with Feedback’s Discovery
software - offering on-screen instruction and embedded, real-time,
virtual instrumentation
! Sophisticated simulation software such as MATLAB to create
challenging applications
Linear Servos

Servo Fundamentals Trainer 33-001-USB

Features
! Open and closed-loop speed
and position control
! Demonstrates both Analogue
and Digital control techniques
! Built-in PC based instrumen-
tation
! On-board square and triangle
waveform generator
! Independent single, two-term,
or full PID control
! Absolute position & incremen-
tal speed & position encoders
! Continuous analogue position
and velocity feedback signals
! Linear or PWM motor drive
! Switched faults throughout
the system
! LCD speed & digital voltmeter

Curriculum Coverage
Analogue
! Operational amplifier
characteristics
! Motor, tachogenerator and
brake characteristics
! Simple control & speed systems
! Error channel and feedback
polarity
! Influence of gain
! Velocity feedback
! System following error
! Speed control systems
! Introduction to 3-term control
! Applications of 3-term control
! Single amplifier control circuits
! Transient velocity feedback
and derivative feedforward
! Transfer functions & frequency
response principles
! Application of frequency res-
ponse methods to the system
Digital
! A/D and D/A conversion
! Motor control
! Potentiometer position sensors
! Digital encoders
! Gray code encoder
! Incremental encoder
! Speed & directional encoding
! Position control using
analogue and digital sensors
! Speed control using analogue
and digital sensors
! Position servo using P+D control
! Position servo using P+I control
! Position servo using PID control
This trainer introduces the theory and practice of automatic control systems
and allows investigation of open and closed loop analogue, digital, speed
and position control.
The system consists of three main units:
Mechanical Unit: with input and output potentiometers, motor, tachogenerator,
absolute and incremental encoder and on-board waveform generators.
Analogue Unit: with four-input error amplifier. Optional additional time con-
stant. Variable gain and velocity feedback. Single, two term or full PID control.
Digital Unit: provides access to PC via a USB interface, has A/D and D/A
converters, linear or PWM motor drive, LED display.
Feedback Discovery software supports both the Analogue and Digital units and
allows assignment work to be carried out with on-screen theory, background,
practicals and questions.
The three equipment package options are:
33-001-USB Servo Fundamentals Trainer; comprising the Analogue Control
unit, Digital Control unit and the Mechanical unit.
33-002-USB Analogue Servo Trainer; which is comprised of the Analogue
Control unit and the Mechanical unit.
33-003-USB Digital Servo Trainer; which is comprised of the Digital Control
unit and the Mechanical unit.
All packages are supplied with dc Power Supply, interface cables, Discovery
software and courseware.
The software supplied with the Digital unit contains PC-based instrumentation,
including a chart recorder.
A Servo Fundamentals Trainer Upgrade Pack 33-021 is also available for
customers to upgrade their existing 33-001, enabling it to be connected to a
PC using USB technology and Discovery software.
 Linear Servos

Complete Modular Servo System

Curriculum Coverage
dc Modular Servo System MS150
! Operational amplifiers
! Motor speed characteristics
! dc error channel
! Simple position control
! Closed-loop position control
! Simple speed control
! Deadband & step response
! Velocity feedback
! Analysis of simple position control
with speed response
! Position response
! Closed loop frequency response
! Identification of motor time
constants
! Identification of velocity error
constant Kv
! Frequency and transient response
! Measurement of following error
! Stability considerations & the use
of lead, lag and combined networks
! Tachogenerator feedback and
its effects on system performance
including acceleration feedback
! Linearisation of systems
ac Modular Servo System MS150A
The Modular Servo System is a unique equipment designed to study the ! Motor characteristics
theory and practice of automatic control systems. It illustrates modern circuit ! ac tachogenerator
and constructional techniques and has been used in technical Institutes and ! Motor speed control
training establishments throughout the world for many years. ! Characteristics of 2-phase motors
! ac pre-amplifiers
The system is modular and very versatile, making it possible for individual ! Position control systems
units to be arranged to create operating block schematic systems. The system ! Importance of phasing on torque
and speed performance
also provides a linear quantitative control application for more advanced work. ! Compensation using the adjustable
The following systems are available: notch filter
! Notch filter design
MS150 dc Modular Servo System; the basic dc set. ! Frequency selective characteristics
for the elimination of noise and
MS150A ac Modular Servo System; the basic ac set. harmonics
! Analysis of carrier systems
MS150-2 ac/dc Modular Servo System; the MS150-2 is used in more ! Frequency transformation for
specialised and advanced control applications, some detailed knowledge of compensator techniques
ac carrier systems is required. It is available as a stand-alone, complete ! Principles and measurement of
system or by adding extra modules to the dc system. compensation unit characteristics
! Instability
MS150-3 Complete Modular Servo System; in addition to the subject areas ! Reduction in steady following error
covered by the MS150 and MS150A, the full system allows additional subjects ! Effects of gain and damping
! Synchro link and the demodulator
(see Curriculum) to be studied. ! Closed loop systems
Comprehensive assignment manuals are provided with each system. Complete Modular Servo System
As well as the four main systems the modules are available separately and as MS150-3
! Relay characteristics and relay
two conversion kits as follows: operated systems
Simulated Relay Unit SR150G ! Following characteristics of relay
system
Differential Synchro Unit DS150J ! Effect of backlash on the system
Sample and Hold Unit SH150M ! Phase-plane analysis
Proportional, Integral and Derivative Unit PID150Y ! PID control loop characteristics
! Speed control
MS150 to Hybrid System Conversion Kit MS150RST ! Position control
MS150 + 150RST to ac Operation Conversion Kit MS150UVW ! Following error
! Waveform sampling
There is an Upgrade Pack 33-310-PCI available for customers who would like ! Sampled data servo control
to upgrade their existing MS150 system to a 33-008 (see page 9). ! Simulated sampled data control
This enables an MS150 to be used with MATLAB software. ! Sampled data process control
systems
! Differential synchros
Transducers

Transducers Kit TK2942-001 & TK2942-1

Features
! Bench-top study of transducer
applications
! 28 proven student assignments
! Manual covers theory, practice
and industrial applications
! Employs 14 common industrial
transducers
! Inclusive ac and dc instrumen-
tation sections
! Suitable for most engineering
disciplines
! Repeatable experimental
results with minimum
preparation time

Curriculum Coverage
Electro-mechanical Transducers
Utilising variation in resistance:
! Wheatstone bridge
! Amplifiers
! Liquid depth and resistivity
! Displacement
! Strain
Utilising variation in capacitance:
! Wheatstone bridge for
capacitance
! Variable area and distance
capacitive
! Use with an oscillator and
discriminator in FM systems
Utilising variation in inductance:
! Electromagnetic inductance
! Variable inductance transducer
! Mutual inductance transistor
! Linear variable differential
transformer
! Transducer circuits
Light Transducers
! The nature of light
! Photoconductive cell
! Semiconductor photodiode
! Phototransistor
! Spectral response
Heat Transducers
Many engineering applications and systems depend on accurate measure-
ments and monitoring. Transducers are fundamental to the measurement
process, consequently the study of different types of transducers, how
they operate and how their output signals may be processed, is essential
background knowledge for any engineer.
The Transducers Kit introduce students to the concepts and understanding
of common transducer devices and standard signal conditioning methods.
They are available in three kits:
Transducers Kit TK2942-001 which comprises; the Measurements Package,
Electro-mechanical, Heat and Light Transducers Kits, 01-100 dc Power Supply
with all leads, accessories and courseware, TK2942-1 Complete Transducers
Kit which includes the items in TK2942-001 plus Function Generator, Timer
Counter, Oscilloscope and Capacitance and Resistance boxes. There is also
an Introduction to Transducers Kit TK2941 available which contains the
TK2941E and TK2941M.
The student manual contains 28 assignments, covering the use of all three
Transducers Kits (TK2941E, 2941H and 2941L) and includes relevant theory
and practical information.
The Transducers Kit consists of a measurements package (containing a
comprehensive instrumentation module and a test rig) and three self-contained
transducers kits, which are all available separately but must be used with the
Measurements package:
Electro-Mechanical Transducers Kit TK2941E
Includes six linear displacement transducers to be mounted on the test rig.
n Linear variable resistor n Variable inductor
n Variable area capacitor n Linear variable differential transducer (LVDT)
n Variable distance capacitor n Strain gauge
Heat Transducers Kit TK2941H
Includes 4 thermal devices and a heat bar assembly with temperature gradient.
n Thermistor n Platinum resistance
n Bi-metallic switch n Thermocouple

! Heat distribution Light Transducers Kit TK2941L

! Thermocouples
! Thermistors
! Resistance thermometers
! Temperature control (on/off)
! Temperature control
A light source and transducer box containing:
n Photoconductive cell n Photodiode n Phototransistor
Measurements Package TK2941M
An instrumentation module with signal conditioning circuitry comprising:
n Wheatstone Bridge n Oscillator
n Operational Amplifier n Discriminator n Power Amplifier
 PLC Applications

Programmable Logic Control Applications 34- 400

Curriculum Coverage
! Fundamentals of logic

! Basics of PLC programming

! Developing ladder logic

programmes

Automatic Washing Machine 34-401
This process allows a sequence of
events to be controlled. The develop-
ment of several different programs
is possible, which can be set-up as
conditional jumps.
Traffic Signal Control 34-402
This application allows traffic light
control of crossroads using a timed
sequence. The control program can
be developed to cope with interrupts
from pedestrian crossing requests
or off-peak vehicle detector inputs.
! Programming timers
! Setting initial conditions
! Time-based process controls
! Use of interrupts and
emergency stop

Dual Conveyor PLC Workcell 34- 120

Features
! Parts selection by logical
detection
! Induction and opto-electronic
sensors
! Component sort and assembly
! Interfaces to most major
types of PLC
! Comprehensive courseware

Curriculum Coverage
! Fundamentals of logic

The Dual Conveyor Workcell is a complete system which can be used to ! Basics of PLC programming
develop the parts selection task into a simple assembly process. Plastic and ! Developing ladder logic
metal components are selected by size and are fed onto the chutes for dispens- programmes
ing into a final assembly task where they are combined with a 2nd component.
The finished product can then be sorted by material, assembly or type. ! Programming timers
The system allows complex control scenarios to be developed using ! Programming counters
combinations of timers and counters with master and zone control functions.
! Structure of control systems
An optional Diameter Gauging Unit 34-110 is also available which can be added
to the workcell to allow the diameter of any components on the conveyor to be ! Sequencer programmes
measured. Using a similar system to the height detector, the unit provides three ! Jump instructions and
possible outputs: under size, over-size, or the logical NAND of the two providing subroutines
one input to the PLC for correct sized components.
The position of the parts probe is controlled by two sensors ! Combined counter and timer
detecting top dead-centre of the drive cam. functions
Acceptable tolerances for components can be preset. ! PLC installation practices
The addition of the second gauge unit allows programs of
greater complexity to be developed. The programming of
the detector is an excellent introduction to the use of logical
detectors for in-process inspection and quality control.
NB: The plc in the picture is not supplied with the equipment.
PLC Applications
Elevator 34- 150
Features
! Fully working model of an
elevator with four floors
! Floor sensing and visual
indication of direction of travel
! Motorised elevator car door
with internal illumination and
audible sound to announce
arrival at each floor
! ‘Normally on’ brake to hold
car at desired floor
! Up/down call buttons for each
floor
! Front panel manual switch for
testing and debugging
! Integral motor servo controller
with mechanical brake
! Elevators may be mounted
side-by-side to demonstrate
complex multi-elevator
systems
! Discrete motor interface for
PLC ‘logic only’ control:
variable up/down speed at
100%, 60% and 30%
! Built-in closed loop control
with option to close the loop
using external controller
! Interfaces with most PLC
types. Analogue control is
also available
! Load-cell indicates passen-
ger loading in elevator car
! Selection of weights to simu-
late varying passenger loads
! Vertical travel limit switches
! Analogue car position feed-
back signal
! Switchable faults
! Example code provided for
Allen Bradley and Mitsubishi
PLCs
Curriculum Coverage
! Fundamentals of logic
! Basics of PLC programming
! Developing ladder logic
programmes
! Basic and advanced
sequence control
The elevator provides a sophisticated
application to illustrate the principles
of PLC interfacing and control based
on a real-life application. Starting with
simple programme sequences to control
elevator speed, direction and floor
arrival/ departure, the student can
progress to advanced floor request
handling and continuous (analogue)
control with acceleration profiling and
compensation for varying car loads.
The elevator car moves between floors
in response to requests from call buttons
at each floor or ‘within’ the elevator car
(located on an external panel). Sensors
indicate which floor the elevator car is at
and provide advance warning to allow
the car to be slowed prior to arriving at
the destination floor. A brake allows the
car to be held at a floor while the motor-
ised car door is operated allowing the
‘occupants’ to enter or leave. An audio
sounder is provided to announce arrival
at a floor.
The internal controller unit provides
closed-loop motor speed control with
both logic & analogue interfaces so the
elevator can be controlled by a basic
PLC with minimal digital I/O. More
sophisticated control may be implemen-
ted using additional analogue I/O.
An integral load-cell and motor position
feedback can extend the application to
continuous control. The load-cell indicates
elevator car loading and a set of weights
simulate varying numbers of passengers.
The position feedback signal allows advanced control of the elevator car motion.
List of Elevator I/O
Digital outputs: Digital inputs:
Floor 1 up call button Open/close car door
Floor 2 up call button Brake release
Floor 2 down call button Car going up indicator
Floor 3 up call button Car going down indicator
Floor 3 down call button Car ‘on its way’ floor 4 down
Floor 4 down call button Car ‘on its way’ floor 3 down
Car floor 1 call button Car ‘on its way’ floor 3 up
Car floor 2 call button Car ‘on its way’ floor 2 down
Car ‘on its way’ floor 2 up
Car floor 3 call button
Car ‘on its way’ floor 1 up
Car floor 4 call button Destination floor 4 (car indicator)
Floor 1, 2, 3 & 4 sensor Destination floor 3 (car indicator)
Car door open Destination floor 2 (car indicator)
Car door closed Destination floor 1 (car indicator)
Car 100%, 60% & 30% speed
Analogue outputs: Car direction up/down
Car speed Arrival bell
Car position
Analogue inputs:
Car passenger load Car speed demand
Motor current demand
 Advanced MATLAB
Control Applications

Matlab
MATLAB
SOFTWARE


Control Applications using MATLAB
MATLAB is a ‘higher-level’ technical computing language that provides an
environment for algorithm development, data analysis, data visualisation, etc.
Together with SIMULINK and additional toolboxes it facilitates control
system design and analysis, which can later be implemented in real-time
applications using Real-time Workshop. With an Advantech PCI card this
creates an impressive digital control system development environment.
Feedback Instruments control applications are designed to be compatible with
such an environment. Using the detailed training manuals the user is guided
through the design process within MATLAB.
The following crucial development steps are described:
" Phenomenological process models
" Dynamics analysis
" Discrete models identification
" Controller design
" Controller tests on the model
" Controller implementation in real-time applications
" Implementation of various control strategies
" Data visualisation
The Phenomenological process models are designed in SIMULINK to provide
initial models for the user to test. Model linearization is then discussed and the
use of simple dynamics analysis - like bode diagrams poles and zeros maps
are introduced.
To obtain accurate models Identification procedures incorporating MATLAB
functions are described. The user has a chance to go step-by-step through
the discrete models identification.
One of the ‘obtained models’ is used for the Controllers design and PID control
is explained. A guide is given for PID controller design, testing, tuning and
implementation on the model. Root locus technique is used to illustrate the
changes that PID controller tuning inflicts on the control system performance. Example of a self-designed control
system
The designed controllers are prepared in SIMULINK to be built and tested
through the Real-time Workshop using the Feedback control applications.
The series of assignments provide a comprehensive course, and the user
has a choice of using the pre-written applications, according to the manual,
or designing their own.

Swing up,
inverted
pendulum,
crane control

time (sec)

Setting-up the parameters to demonstrate control of the Pendulum cart Plot showing comparison between pendulum angle and
corresponding control signal
Advanced MATLAB
Control Applications

Matlab
MATLAB
SOFTWARE

Digital Pendulum 33- 005- PCI

Curriculum Coverage
! Pendulum Description
! Pendulum model
! Equations of motion
Nonlinear model
! Linear models
! Model identification
Static friction compensation
Running a real-time model
! Dynamic model
! Cart model identification
! First model identification
! Using the MATLAB system
identification toolbox
! Crane linear model identification
! Inverted pendulum linear model

! Pendulum set-up control

! Plant control
! PID controller
! PID control of cart model
position
! Real-time PID control of cart
position
! Real-time swing-up control
! Inverted pendulum control of
swing-up
! Inverted pendulum stabilisation
! Crane control
! Combined control techniques
! Swing-up and hold
! Up and down model
The Digital Pendulum is a modern version of a classical control problem; that of
erecting and balancing a free swinging pendulum in its inverted position or moving
a hanging pendulum in a controlled manner.
The cart on the track is digitally controlled to swing up (SELF ERECTING) and
to balance the pendulum into an upright sustained position or to move the cart
with pendulum in an unperturbed down position. The cart track is of limited length,
imposing constraints on the control algorithm. In pendulum mode the system is
used to control the twin arm pendulum from an initial position, hanging at rest with
the cart in the centre of its travel along the track, to a final position with the pendulum
upright and the cart restored to its central position. In crane mode the control problem
is to move the position of the cart without undue movement of the pendulum.
This problem is typical of that experienced when controlling a gantry crane.

Magnetic Levitation System 33- 006- PCI

Features This classic magnetic levitation control problem
Analogue operation is now presented in a new and innovative form.
! Non-linear model A 25mm diameter, hollow steel sphere is
! Unstable system suspended in space with visually appealing
! Linearisation about an results and convenient time constants. Both
operating point analogue & digital control solutions are imple-
! Infra-red sensor characteristics mented. Convenient sockets on the enclosure
! Lead-lag compensation
panel allow for quick changes of analogue
! Perturbation sensitivity
! PD control
controller gain and compensation components.
The equipment is self-contained in analogue
Digital operation
mode, with built-in power supply. In the digital
! Unstable system
mode the system operates within a MATLAB
! Linearisation about an operating
point environment which allows the system param-
! Non linear model eters to be determined and the system to be
! A/D and D/A conversion modelled. Once the digital controller param-
! State space PD control eters have been determined, the controller can
! PID control ! Calibration be used to run the hardware and the actual
! Regulation and tracking control control performance can be seen and analysed.
 Advanced MATLAB
Control Applications

Matlab
MATLAB
SOFTWARE

Twin Rotor MIMO 33- 007- PCI

The Twin Rotor System Curriculum Coverage
demonstrates the principles
! 1- Degree of Freedom (DOF)
of a non-linear MIMO system
PID stabilising and tracking
with significant cross-coupling.
horizontal controller
Its behaviour resembles a heli-
copter but the angle of attack of ! 1- DOF PID stabilising and
the rotors is fixed and the aero- tracking vertical controller
dynamic forces are controlled by with gravity compensation
varying the speeds of the motors. ! 2- DOF PID stabilising
Significant cross-coupling is observed and tracking controller
between the actions of the rotors, with ! Parameter tuning
each rotor influencing both angle positions.
! Coupled dynamics analysis
The MATLAB software allows
the student to design and test ! Dynamics decoupling
stabilising controllers with
! Phenomenology analysis
independent control applied to
each co-ordinate of the system. ! Model identification
More advanced investigations may be carried-out through user-defined
algorithms from within SIMULINK.

Precision Modular Servo Control Workshop 33- 008- PCI

Features
Analogue servo operation
! Open-loop systems Speed/
Position
! Closed-loop systems Speed/
Position
! Motor characteristics
! Frequency and Step response
measurements
Digital servo operation
! Real-time digital control
! PID controller design
! Adaptive control

Curriculum Coverage
! Precision Modular Servo (PMS)
! Testing the dc motor model
! PMS model identification
! Static friction compensation
Model 1 & 2 identification
! PMS set-up control
The Precision Modular Servo Workshop has been designed to give a rapid ! Plant control
and direct path from control system design to hardware implementation. ! PID controller
! PMS velocity control
The resolution and accuracy of the system, and the consistency of its PID control of motor velocity
performance, makes the Precision Modular Servo Workshop ideal for serious Real-time PID control of motor
study of digital linear servo control systems. velocity
! Control signal saturation
As well as allowing study of digital control the Precision Modular Servo Anti wind-up design
Workshop also provides a complete introduction to servos, from fundamental Anti wind-up for PMS
studies of analogue servos through to full, real-time digital control using ! PMS position control
MATLAB, SIMULINK, Real-time Workshop and Real-time Windows Target. ! PID control of motor position
It is fully supported with laboratory assignments which have been designed to ! Real-time PID control of motor
position
give students a full understanding of the control paths within the equipment. ! Position tracking
For those customers who wish to upgrade their existing MS150 system to a ! PMS control under variable
33-008 there is an Upgrade Pack 33-310-PCI comprising a Incremental load conditions
Encoder, D/A, A/D Converter, software, cables and Courseware. ! Simple gain scheduling algorithm
! Gain scheduling
Advanced MATLAB
Control Applications
Matlab
MATLAB
SOFTWARE
Coupled Tanks System 33- 041
Features
! Fully compatible with MATLAB
and SIMULINK
! Self-contained unit can be
either floor or bench mounted
! Four tanks each with pressure-
sensor water level measurement
and easy-to-read visual scale
! Two independently controlled
pumps allow variable flow
control
! Easy to configure coupling
between tanks allows for a
wide range of control scenarios
from basic to advanced level
! Can be configured as Single
Input Single Output (SISO) or
Multiple Input Multiple Output
(MIMO) system
! System dynamics can be
modified using easy to change
orifice caps
Curriculum Coverage
! Nonlinear model
! Linearisation and linear model
simulation
! 1 tank and 2 tank model
identification
! PID control of water level in
top tanks
! PID control of water level in
bottom tanks
! Parallel PID control in two
double tank columns
! Cross-coupling introduction
and analysis
! Dynamics decoupling with
cross-coupling identification
! PID control with decoupling
! Disturbance compensator
with PID control
The Coupled Tanks set-up is a model
of a chemical plant fragment.
Often tanks are coupled through
pipes and the reactant level and flow
has to be controlled. The Coupled
Tanks experiment is designed so that
the system can be configured.
The Coupled Tanks system has four
translucent tanks each with a
pressure sensor to measure the
water level. The couplings between
the tanks can be modified by the use
of seven manual valves to change
the dynamics of the system imposing
the use of different controllers.
Water is delivered to the tanks by two
independently controlled, submersed
pumps. Step disturbances generation
is provided by four manual valves.
Drain flow rates can be modified
using easy to change orifice caps.
The Coupled Tanks are controlled by
using SIMULINK and an Advantech
PCI1711 Interface card. The user
may build their own models or use the
models supplied together with the
curriculum. The process variables
can be observed on-screen in plots.
The product is supplied with compre-
hensive student manuals that provide
information about the physical
behaviour of the system models and
guide the student through the control
tasks. Control algorithms are
developed, tested on the models
and then implemented in a real-time
application.
 Associated Control
Products

Associated Control Products in the Feedback range

ac Speed Control 60-070- ASC

Motor Control
Process
Feedback also offer a range of Process Features
control trainers using industry relevant
! Uses industry standard
components (4-20mA signals). Process Controller, 4-20mA
Control is achieved using an standard signals and RS232/RS485
industrial controller providing a range of serial communication bus
functions from simple 2-state to full PID. ! Dual loop control
Discovery software is used to deliver the ! Typical Industrial Processes
teaching material and display real-time pH Rig 38-716
measurements. ! Discovery software
! Real-time measurements
and Control

Processes Covered
! Level & Flow
! Temperature
Pressure Rig 38-714
! Pressure
! pH

The Temperature Rig 38-600 and Level & Flow Rig 38-100 linked to the Forced Air Cooler 38-610

Power Electronics
The Feedback range of Power Electronics equipment covers thyristor Curriculum Coverage
control circuit principles and applications, through to the control of a
! Single and Three phase
dc motor, using Single and Three phase thyristor circuits. uncontrolled rectification

! Single and Three phase

controlled rectification

! Single and Three phase

motor speed and current
control

! Zero crossing, burst firing

circuits

! Four Quadrant control

! Single and Three phase

equipment

Thyristor and Motor Control 70-003

Control &
Instrumentation

Ordering Information

*Ancillary
Linear Servos Equipment
Servo Fundamentals Trainer 33- 001- USB B
Analogue Servo Trainer 33-002-USB B
Digital Servo Trainer 33-003-USB B
Analogue & Digital Servo Fundamentals Trainer Upgrade Pack 33 - 021 A B
dc Modular Servo System MS150
ac Modular Servo System MS150A
ac/dc Modular Servo System MS150-2
Complete Modular Servo System MS150-3
Upgrade Pack 33- 310- PCI A
Transducers
Transducers Kit TK2942-001
Complete Transducers Kit TK2942-1
Introduction to Transducers Kit TK2941
Electro-mechanical Transducers Kit TK2941E
Heat Transducers Kit TK2941H
Light Transducers Kit TK2941L
Measurements Package TK2941M E
Programmable Logic Control Applications
Automatic Washing Machine 34-401 B C
Traffic Signal Control 34-402 B C
Dual Conveyor PLC workcell 34-120 B C
Elevator 34-150 B C
Advanced Control (MATLAB Applications)
Digital Pendulum System 33-005-PCI A D
Magnetic Levitation System 33-006-PCI A D
Twin Rotor MIMO System. 33-007-PCI A D
Precision Modular Servo Control Workshop 33-008-PCI A D
Coupled Tanks System 33-041 A# B
# when using MATLAB.

Ancillary Equipment (see * reference above)

A. A PC compatible computer - 1GHz Pentium 3 CPU or above, 512MB RAM, 2GB
free hard disk space, CD drive and Microsoft Windows 2000 SP3 or SP4, or
Windows XP SP2, 1 free full size PCI slot.
B. A PC compatible computer - 1GHz Pentium 3 CPU or above, 512MB RAM, 2GB
free hard disk space, CD drive and Microsoft Windows 2000 SP3 or SP4, or
Windows XP SP2 with USB port.
C. A PLC - Allen Bradley and Mitsubishi are supported.
D. MATLAB and SIMULINK with Real-time Workshop and Real-time Windows Target.
System Identification and control system toolboxes are recommended.
E. dc Power Supply.

Control & Instrumentation - 1208-5 Feedback Instruments Limited Feedback Incorporated

Printed in England
Registered in England number 990620.
A subsidiary of Feedback plc.
Feedback reserves the right to change
these specifications without notice.
Park Road, Crowborough, E. Sussex,
TN6 2QR, England.
Telephone: +44 (0) 1892 653322
Fax: +44 (0) 1892 663719
E mail: feedback@fdbk.co.uk
Website: www.fbk.com
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Hillsborough, NC 27278, USA
Telephone: (919) 644 6466
Fax: (919) 644 6470
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