EtherCAT (Ethernet for Control Automation Technology) is a real-time Ethernet-based communication protocol used in industrial automation applications. It was developed by Beckhoff Automation and is an open standard, maintained and promoted by the EtherCAT Technology …
The Control Area Network (CAN) protocol is a widely used communication protocol in the field of automotive and industrial applications. It was originally developed by Bosch in the 1980s and has since become an international …
The architecture of the Internet of Things (IoT) refers to the structure and components that enable the connection, communication, and interaction between various devices and systems in an IoT ecosystem. While there are different architectural …
The Internet of Things (IoT) platform refers to the software or hardware infrastructure that enables the connection, management, and interaction of IoT devices and data. It serves as a foundation for building IoT applications and …
A historian server, often referred to as a historical data server or historian system, is a software application or database specifically designed for storing and retrieving time-series data. It is commonly used in industrial automation …
HMI Automation refers to the automation of Human-Machine Interface (HMI) systems. HMI systems are interfaces that allow humans to interact with and control automated systems, such as industrial machines, processes, or control systems. HMI automation …
PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) automation refers to the use of PLCs in industrial automation to control and monitor various processes, machinery, and systems. PLCs are specialized digital computers that are widely used in industrial settings …
DCS (Distributed Control System) automation refers to the use of DCS technology in industrial automation to monitor, control, and optimize complex processes across multiple distributed locations within a facility or plant. DCSs are designed to …
SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) automation refers to the use of SCADA systems in industrial automation to monitor, control, and manage various processes and equipment in real-time. SCADA systems are widely used in industries …