Explain the working of the level state system in the Power Plant.

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The level state system in a Power Plant is responsible for monitoring and controlling the level of fluids in various tanks and vessels.

The level state system uses sensors to measure the level of fluids in tanks.
These sensors can be ultrasonic, radar, or pressure-based.
The measured level is then transmitted to a control system.
The control system compares the measured level with the desired level and takes appropriate actions.
Actions may include opening or closing valves, starting or stopping pumps, or activating alarms.
The level state system ensures the proper functioning and safety of the power plant by maintaining optimal fluid levels.
For example, in a boiler, the level state system monitors the water level to prevent overheating or low water conditions.

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Level state or hydra step is the alternative to sight glass fitted on the boiler drum. Hydrastep consists of a number of electrodes installed in a water column attached to the boiler.
The electrodes are fixed above and below the water column and variations in the resistance due to water level change identify the water and steam level. It works on the principle of resistivity.
The discrimination between water and steam is based on proe resistance change. If the resistance value is below 100K, then it depicts the water percentage, and if over 100K then it represents the steam percentage. The 4-20mA feedback is sent to the AI lock of DCS for remote monitoring in the control room.

Explain the working of the level state system in the Power Plant.

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