#12 2007

Industrial automation companies

KRUG Scientific and Production Company: 15 years in industrial automation market

Shestakov V.M.   Application of A-plant machine vision and instrument readings recognition systems in expert inspection systems

The paper discusses an opportunity of using a system of machine vision and instrument and signal indicators readings recognition for improving the reliability and safety of A-plant control panels.

Bretman V.V.   Kontron ThinkIO industrial computers continue to improve

In full compliance with the earlier proclaimed plan, Kontron continues developing ThinkIO product family and integrating state-of-the-art computer technologies. Dual-core processor is an example of such recent novelty. The corresponding version of ThinkIO industrial computer named Kontron ThinkIO-Duo is based on Intel Core Duo dual-core processor and features enhanced network functionality and advanced operating reliability.

Discussing a Subject…
Ethernet-based industrial solutions

Vinogradov V.I.   Next-generation Ethernet-based high-speed systems

The new generation of Ethernet-based communication standards for industrial automation is overviewed, their advantages are discussed as well as the application problems.

Industrial Ethernet in Russia

Symbol-Avtomatika represents about 10 Industrial Ethernet vendors in Russia and teaches both the operation of Ethernet equipment from various vendors anв the design concepts of Industrial Ethernet networks. The experience with various vendor Industrial Ethernet equipment operation and maintenance and the knowledge of the features of this market segment in Russia allowed the Company`s professionals to examine the key development phases of this business and predict the possible ways of its further evolution.

Molchanov A.Yu.   Industrial Ethernet at a glance

The concept of Industrial Ethernet is discussed from the viewpoint of the logical implementation of network devices interaction process. Network devices form Anybus with Industrial Ethernet interfaces are presented.

Solving safety problem with EtherCAT technology

Modern communication systems not only ensure deterministic data communication but also enable safety-related data transfer in the same environment. With EtherCAT technology, the task is accomplished by creating a Safety over EtherCAT protocol.

Kukharenko S.Yu.   SIMATIC NET Industrial Ethernet

The paper presents Siemens SIMATIC NET for building standard Ethernet networks. The solution includes a busbar with passive and active network components, control system interfaces, network transitions, network configuring software, diagnostics and maintenance tools.

Yamplosky G.M.   Industrial Ethernet infrastructure from Phoenix Contact

Featured properties and opportunities of industrial Ethernet equipment from Phoenix Contact such as media converters, switches, and hubs are presented.

Putintsev K.V., Bocharnikov D.V.   Building Ethernet-based industrial communication

The features of specialized Ethernet-based communication equipment application in industrial environment are discussed with the examples of such manufacturers as Koyo, Control Microsystems, and Korenix.

Serdyukov O.V., Kuznetsov V.I., Doroshkin A.A., Timoshin A.I., Kulaghin S.A.   Mainstream direction for industrial controllers

The advantages of Ethernet-based systems are outlined. New MIRage-n controllers from Modular Systems Tornado are presented. The controllers demonstrate new capabilities of informational interaction between process control components.

Industrial Ethernet for inclement winter and hot workshop

The paper discusses performance attributes and application advantages of new Hirschmann Spider II and RS40 industrial switch families that can underlie computer networks at small, medium-size, and large industrial plants.

Blokhin D.A.   Mesch control network in Foxboro DCS

The capabilities and features of Mesch control network used for communication in Foxboro I/A Series DCS are shown.

Smirnov A.V.   Two rings, two ends… and what in the middle?

Various approaches to building a reliable Ethernet topology are briefly overviewed.

Kiyanov N.V., Kryukov O.V., Pribytkov D.N.   Design and implementation experience of Ethernet-based control systems for electrical systems of various industrial objects

The paper discusses the advantages of modern Ethernet networks and their hardware implementation in various control systems. The examples of industrial Ethernet systems with various network configurations are adduced.

EtherDrive - storage products based on AT over Ethernet technology

Features and advantages of Coraid EtherDrive scaleable external storage devices based on ATA over Ethernet are presented.

Automation of power objects

An automated system for power equipment monitoring at a substation is presented. The system monitors the operation of transformers and warns about possible failures thus cutting maintenance and replacement costs.

Journal`s Club

Babayan R.R.   Nanotechnology - a way to scientific revolution

The advent of nanotechnology-based Microsystems and their globalization enables a new scientific and technological revolution, the creation of qualitatively higher industrial and social basis and the necessary defense level.

Events

Aristova N.I.   PTA-2007 - an exhibition for professionals

The exhibits of PTA-2007 are briefly overviewed, novel automation tools and systems are presented as well as the first-time participants.

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