#4 2014

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Present-day controllers for industrial automatics

Introduction

Itskovich E.L.  The features of present-day industrial controllers

Modern industrial controllers are classified; their key performance attributes and features are presented, which are important for building automation solutions. Development trends are identified.

Keywords: industrial controller classes, industrial controller properties, controller development trends.

Gulenok A.V.  S7-1500. The 2^nd generation

The paper describes the innovations implemented in SIMATIC S7-1500 controllers such as new performance attributes, modules, functionalities as well as the capabilities of the new version of TIA Portal V.15.

Keywords: PLC, capacity, compact size. distributed I/O, cooperation, service functions, programming languages.

FA-M3V: high-speed controllers from Yokogawa

Capabilities, performance data and featured properties of Yokogawa FA-M3V PLC family are presented.

Keywords: PLC, speed, concurrent instruction processing system, error checking and correction function.

Yegorov E.V.  PLC development trends with VIPA example

Key development trends of VIPA PLC (Germany) are outlined. Basic performance data of the most recent product families are included. VIPA development outlook is discussed.

Keywords: PLC, drive control, Web interface, distributed periphery, functional safety, teleservice.

ROC800 teleautomatics controllers

Performance attributes and application fields of ROC800 multifunctional teleautomatics controllers are discussed. The features and advantages of their software, I/O system and communication blocks are outlined.

Keywords: teleautomatics controller, remote control, versatility, wireless communication, diagnosis.

Yefremov A.V.  Modicon M580: intelligent control or new automation era

The paper presents the state-of-the-art ePAC M580 PLC from Schneider Electric. Ethernet employment both in external and internal interfaces is the controller's distinctive feature.

Keywords: PLC, open Ethernet standards, internal diagnostics, wireless communications.

Zaitsev M.V.  How I selected a controller

With the case study of Panasonic PLC the paper discusses the factors affecting the choice of automation architecture. Along with cost limitations and the experience of equipment operation, the capabilities of PLC in executing specific tasks will redeem the developer from excessive problems.

Keywords: modernization, PLC, functionality, selection, capacity, I/O system.

Titov S.P.  An overview oа Mitsubishi Electric PLCs

The paper overviews performance data and design features of present-day PLCs from Mitsubishi Electric including microcontrollers, compact and modular controllers.

Keywords: PLC, programmable relays, microcontroller, modular controller, integrated development environment.

New FCP280 controller and high-density I/O modules from Invensys

New generation Omron controllers: NJ Series versatile machine controller

Key features and advantages of the new Sysmac integrated automation platform are briefly overviewed. Performance attributes of the leading Sysmac ТО Series controller are examined.

Keywords: machine controller, versatility, automation platform, integration.

Automatic control system for additives feeding in fuel blending at LUKOIL-Uralnefteproduct tank farms.

Medvedev A.V., Kosolapov A.V.  Domestic FASTWEL I/O controllers for critical applications

Development history, performance data and featured properties of domestic Fastwel i/O controllers are discussed.

Keywords: programmable logic controller, precision I/O module, domestic thermocouple.

Raskin E.M., Boger V.P.  Programmable automation tools with variable structure

Performance and operation data of programmable controllers based on SPA-PS programmable automation tools with variable structure from Avtomatika-E CJSC (Omsk, Russia) are presented. Key features and capabilities of SPA-PS functional blocks are presented.

Keywords: controllers, programmable automation tools with variable structure, backup, diagnosis, remote local controller.

Rogov S.L.  Integration of process controls with 0.4 kV low-voltage complete devices

The present-day trend of process control tools integration with 0.4 kV low-voltage complete devices is discussed. Examples of such systems using domestic control hardware from TREI are adduced. The new controller family TREI-5B-05 ECO Series with a patented novel IR intermodule interface is announced.

Keywords: process control system, low-voltage complete devices, infrared intermodule interface, controllers.

Shashkov S.L.  Simbol-100: Belorussia 1^st PLC

Simbol-100 PLC from EUROPRIBOR Scientific and Production Center (Belorussia) is presented. Performance data of extension modules and CPU, software, automation system topology and key competitive advantages are demonstrated.

Keywords: PLC, extension modules, distributed control systems, power backup.

Nezhmetdinov R.A., Kuliev A.U., Nikolushkin A.Yu., Chervonnova N.Yu.  Relay ladder logic control in lathes and turn/mills based on SoftPLC

The paper offers a solution to a logical task in numerical control systems using a component approach. The approach is based on Soft PLC embedded in CNC software. An example of functional block development for capstan control in lathe group is included.

Keywords: PLC, logical control task, SoftPLC, functional block, toolchange, relay ladder logic.

Shekhtman M.B., Ugrevatov A.Yu., Gurianov L.V.  DevLink-С1000 state-of-the-art versatile industrial controller

Functionality, features, application fields and performance data of DevLink-С1000 PLC are presented.

Keywords: PLC, real time, interface, backup, controller programming environment, Web configuring tool.

Yeltsov A.A.  New development line of industrial programmable controllers

The functionality and design features of new OWEN SPK1xx panel controllers are discussed.

Keywords: panel controllers, programmable logic controllers, HMI, operator panel

Lu Dingquing  Modeling and testing of step frequency radar

The paper shows that a step frequency radar (SFR) enables high distance resolution. It offers Agilent simulation platform for SFR design and testing. The simulation model of a receiver can be used for transmitter component testing, and vice versa.

Keywords: step frequency radar, modeling, echo signals, design, testing.

Kalyanov G.N., Titov N.N., Shibeko V.N.  Information system for control decision-making support based on the data received from a boring parameter monitoring station

An information system for control decision-making support is developed and included in the automated boring control system. The information system is based on proven models of process operations related with well construction. Decision-making support algorithms allow for boring process economy.

Keywords: automated control system, decision-making support system, boring process, modeling.

Yadykin I.B., Bakhtadze N.N., Maximov E.M., Maximov N.E.  Automatic remote diagnostics of power generating equipment's availability to overall primary frequency regulation

The paper offers a methodology for automatic remote real-time diagnostics of power plant's generating equipment in the context of its availability to overall primary frequency regulation.

Keywords: identification models, process data mining, diagnostics of power generation equipment, overall primary frequency control.