An efficient algorithm is presented for diagnosing faulty sensors by u
se of X(2)testing and linear relationships among measurable variables
in steady states of continuous processes. A method is also developed f
or the design of a diagnosis systems utilizing this algorithm. The eff
iciency of the presented algorithm and the accuracy of the suggested d
esign method are demonstrated by numerical experiments. This method is
useful to diagnose baised flow meters by integrated flowrates.