Reeds Vol 10: Instrumentation and Control Systems
Reeds Vol 10: Instrumentation and Control Systems is a marine engineering textbook covering measurement, signal processing and automated control. It is aimed at Merchant Navy engineering trainees and marine or electrical engineering students, with worked examples and self-study questions alongside technical explanations.
At a glance
- Covers marine instrumentation and control systems, from basic measurement devices through signal conditioning and digitisation.
- Includes worked examples and self-study questions for practice alongside the technical material.
- Topics include hazardous-area electrical equipment, LNG carriers, SMART sensors and protocols, and computer-based systems.
Reference price: $70.00
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Scope extends from instrumentation fundamentals to sophisticated automated control systems in marine engineering.
- Worked examples and self-study questions provide material for practice and review.
- Hazardous-area equipment and emerging marine technologies are included in the described contents.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Reeds |
|---|---|
| Publication date | March 3, 2020 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 360 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1472970381 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1472970381 |
| Weight listed | 1.2 pounds |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 6.15 x 0.85 x 9.2 inches |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Merchant Navy marine engineering certificate trainees studying Engineering Knowledge.
- Electrical or marine engineering undergraduates seeking a marine-focused instrumentation and control text.
- Readers looking for worked examples and self-study questions on measurement and control systems.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a general-purpose electronics or control textbook not focused on marine engineering.
- Buyers who need a compact quick-reference pamphlet rather than a 360-page textbook.
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Frequently asked questions
What topics does Reeds Vol 10 cover?
The listing describes material on measurement devices, signal conditioning, digitisation, automated control and instrumentation, hazardous-area electrical equipment, LNG carriers, SMART sensors and computer-based systems.
Who is this book intended for?
It is described for Merchant Navy Marine Engineering Certificate of Competency trainees and electrical or marine engineering undergraduate students.
Does the book include practice material?
Yes. The listing says it contains worked examples and self-study questions.
What is the listed length and language?
The listing gives 360 pages and English.
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