Process analysis

Process analysis, the means whereby chemical composition may be assessed or inferred for industrial processes, is part of measurement science which, in combination with sound theory, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance, is vital to safety, efficiency and the environment. A modern general measurement development strategy based on mimicking successful biological evolution is discussed. The measurement system requirements for sampling, transduction and signal processing are examined before advances made since ANATECH 86 are indicated. A framework is also given of “rules for success” based on a study of human or business needs, checking assumptions, thinking widely, transference of skills and entrepreneurism.