Question 322Electricity & Electronics - Assistant Engineer

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As shown in the illustrated block diagram for a distributed automation system, what statement is true concerning the units labeled "ROS" which are remote operating system workstations? Illustration EL-0096

Diagram for USCG Electrical Assistant: As shown in the illustrated block diagram for a distributed automation system,...
AThe ROS located in the ship's office is designated as the master ROS.
BThe ROS located in the wheelhouse is designated as the master ROS.
COperator access to control functions among the various ROS locations are all identical.
DOperator access to control functions among the various ROS locations differ depending system configuration and need.
AI Explanation

The correct answer is D. Operator access to control functions among the various ROS locations differ depending on system configuration and need. This is because in a distributed automation system, the different ROS (remote operating system) workstations may have varying levels of access and control permissions based on their intended purpose and the system design. The master ROS is not necessarily located in a specific area like the ship's office or wheelhouse. The access and control capabilities of each ROS are configured to meet the operational requirements and needs at that particular location. The other options are incorrect because A and B assume a fixed master ROS location, while C assumes identical access across all ROS locations, which is not necessarily the case in a distributed system.

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