Method, system and storage medium for performing online valve diagnostics
CA 2515318 C · Owner: Etech Software Solutions Inc. · Inventors: Schoonover, Larry
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Methods and systems for performing online valve diagnostics. Valve characteristics such as step response, friction and spring range are determined while the valve is operating in a process without intervention by a controller deriving the valve diagnostics. Valve information is obtained while the valve operates in response to a control signal controlling a process while the valve operates through a series of gradual movements. Valve characteristics are then determined from the valve information.
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- Filed February 12, 2004 and granted July 10, 2012. A Canadian patent filed from October 1, 1989 lasts 20 years from filing, so its term ended February 12, 2024.
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