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The work of Crank [38] provides a review of the mathematical analysis of well defined component transport in homogeneous systems. These mathematical models and measured concentration profile data may be used to estimate diffu-sivities in homogenized samples. The use of MRI measurements in this way will generate diffusivities applicable to models of large-scale transport processes and will thereby be of value in engineering analysis of these processes and equipment. 

It has been shown that several spectral-, spectral element-, finite volume-, and finite difference methods are related [51, 102, 89[. The comparison of MWR-, finite difference- and finite volume calculations may in some cases be best revealed through a spectral element method because in this framework the calculation domain is divided into small elements so the trail and test functions are local in character. The finite difference- and finite volume trial functions are likewise local [89]. With particular trail functions certain SEMs may be regarded as equivalent to finite difference methods. In other cases certain spectral element methods may be regarded as equivalent to particular finite volume methods [49, 141]. However, no formal mathematical generalization of these methods has been defined yet. Nevertheless, in engineering analysis and notation such a heuristic generalization may sometimes be useful, in which the FDMs and FVMs may be considered members of a broader class of methods called spectral- or spectral element methods. 

The FTA is the most commonly nsed technique for causal analysis in risk and reliability studies (Nighot, 2003). It should be undertaken as soon as engineers start defining system architecture as it provides the mechanism for them to evaluate the integrity of that architecture. As illustrated in Fig. 4.1, it should be a live document reflecting the evolving system architecture at all times, with an emphasis on ensuring that no common mode vulnerabilities are introduced or missed. 

The model of Burley et al is comprehensive in terms of the number of operational situations which it considered. The systematic approach with which it deals with the engineering analysis of some practical complications is recognised, but the model was designed to accommodate various dye adsorption kinetics, such as those associated with linear partition or Freundlich isotherm. Also, the interstitial fluid velocity U in Eqs 3.13 and 3.41 was not defined. 

Example 5. There are six dynamometers available for engine testing. The test duration is set at 200 h which is assumed to be equivalent to 20,000 km of customer use. Failed engines are removed from testing for analysis and replaced. The objective of the test is to analy2e the emission-control system. Failure is defined as the time at which certain emission levels are exceeded. 

You can quickly identify these plant sections by reviewing process flow diagrams and valving arrangements. Isolation points are defined by control valves or powered block valves that can be remotely activated. Process hazard analysis techniques help you identify the maximum credible accident scenarios. (Note that manual valves should not be considered reliable isolation points unless they are located to be accessible following a major accident. However, remotely-activated valves can only be considered reliable isolation points if there are adequate reliability engineering and maintenance programs in place.)... 

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