#2 2009

Itskovich E.L.  How to evaluate the efficiency of automation systems

The features of automation systems` efficiency evaluation at different stages of their lifecycle such as planning (benefits prediction).and operation (post-audit) are discussed. Rational techniques for benefits and efficiency evaluation allowing for necessary initial data are proposed.
Keywords: prediction and calculation of automation system`s efficiency, benefits, redundancy, ranking problem, experimental technique, estimate variance.

Chernyak A.Yu.  The laws of production systems development

Does the evolution of enterprise`s production system and supply chain comply with some general mechanisms, and can the next development phases be predicted and accelerated? Strange though it may seem that the key way lies in the sharpening and localization of contradictions and the urge towards ideal and effective system. The development of technical systems is well studied in the inventive problems solving theory. The paper discusses whether these mechanisms could be applied in business.
Keywords: inventive problems solving theory, business development laws, collision, crisis, ideal result.

Bazhanov V.L., Kuz`min A.V., Kuz`min N.V.  PID controllers tuning using scaling technique at the plants with time lags and high-order plants

Investigation results of scaling method`s (SM) potentialities and its application in controller tuning in closed loop are presented. The examples demonstrate the applicability of SM in controller tuning for the objects with time delays.
Keywords: closed loop regulatory control system, controller settings, control performance, scaling method, reference systems, SM-tuning software.

Levkovsky D.I., Makarov R.I.  Automated decision-making support subsystem for process control of glass ribbon formation in a float bath

The paper discusses design technique of a decision-making support subsystem for controlling a stage of glass plate production: glass ribbon formation on tin melt in a float bath.
Keywords: decision-making support subsystem, mathematical model, neuron network, float bath, glass plate.

СЗ-Link 3 interface for Ethernet display connection

СЗ-Link 3 interface is a software solution for real-time image transmission fully based on standard hardware (Ethernet) and IP protocol. Low-cost Ethernet CAT5 cables can be applied for network connections. The paper discusses the operation modes of CP-Link 3 interface and the key advantages and differentiators against earlier solutions in this field.
Keywords: CP-Link technology, graphical adapter, display, "virtual USB", touchscreen, TCP/IP protocol..

Embedded solutions from EVOC

AUTONICS temperature controllers, counters, and timers

Discussing a Subject…
Internet technologies in industrial automation

Introduction

Yegorov E.V.  Application area of Internet technologies in supervisory automation systems

The paper describes the application areas of Internet technologies in industrial automation. It shows that the application of Web technologies in industrial automation tasks enables significant project costs reduction due to the employment of an existing data communication structure.
Keywords: Web technologies, protected systems for supervision data acquisition and processing, supervisory control terminal, virtual closed network.

Shvetsov D.P.  Application of Internet technologies in integrated automation systems

Hard/software tools intended for Internet/Intranet applications development, operation, and maintenance are listed. The application of Internet technologies is exemplified in ICONICS GENESIS32 V9 SCADA featuring high level of network service.
Keywords: WebHMI Web server, thin client, dynamic pages, data synchronization, mailing systems, information portals, report factories.

Nikanorov V.E.  WinCC/WebNavigator: control and monitoring through Web

Internet technologies in HMI systems play an important role as they offer various data communication techniques as well as unified tools for information presentation. Therefore leading SCADA vendors offer a variety of solutions for building operator interface based on Web technologies. The capabilities of WebNavigator which is an optional software for Simatic WinCC SCADA are presented
Keywords: thin client, Web client, Web server, operator station, HMI, SCADA.

Koltuntsev A.V., Zolotarev S.V.  Web interface in PcVue SCADA: functionality, effectiveness, and security

PCVue Web interface in PcVue SCADA from ARC Informatique provide friendly, effective, and secure operation via Internet/Intranet for the users of various type control systems. The paper discusses the interface`s functionalities as well as additional tools of the Web interface for Dream Report factory from Data Ocean Systems included in the basic PcVue version and enabling PcVue reports generation and further dissemination via email or Internet/Intranet per schedule, event, or request.

Zyl` S.N., Kuznetsov A.A.  Internet technologies for process controls based on QNX Neutrino RTOS

Massive applications of Internet technologies in process control became fatal for most of RTOS: today, several players only are still present at this market. RTOS employed in present-day automation projects are strongly supported by Internet technologies. The paper discusses the opportunities offered to process control developers and users by QNX Neutrino HRTOS.
Keywords: process control system, RTOS, Internet technologies, remote control and monitoring, Web server, data management system, utility program, distributed system.

iLON 100 e3 multi-functional Internet server and its application examples

Basic performance attributes and functionalities of iLON 100 e3 multi-functional Internet server are discussed. The advantages of its application in street lighting control systems are demonstrated.
Keywords: Internet server, Web browser, street lighting control system, network interfaces, IP channel.

Polukarov S.Yu.  Internet-based access to and control of industrial devices

Concise performance data and key functionalities of Dominion PX smart remote control module for power supply of various devices through local or global networks. Also Dominion KX II-101 IP console extender is presented enabling remote operation of industrial controllers and computers.
Keywords: intelligent remote control of power, console extender, authentication and authorization, unauthorized access protection mechanisms.

Belov D.A., Misevich P.V., Khranilov V.P.  Problem-oriented automated system for train motion monitoring

A hardware complex for monitoring train motion using mobile communication technologies for data communication to control point is presented. The paper notes that the approach proposed can be used for building automated industrial systems in other application areas. The design concepts for similar systems are formulated.
Keywords: mobile communication, smart sensors, train motion monitoring system, situation description, situation portrait, electronic mapping system.

Development trends of mobile Internet solutions in 2009

Significant changes at mobile systems market are expected in 2009. The access to mobile calculations and Internet has been expanding with the advent of mobile Internet devices (MID) and laptops, and new models of mobile devices application appear. MID become more context-oriented, i.e., provide information to the user according to his location and current needs.
Keywords: mobile Internet devices, ultra-slim systems, wireless communication, Web 2.0 technologies, wireless power supply, micro robots, context-oriented devices.

Kharitonov A.S.  On the role of wireless technologies in industrial automation

Wi-Fi application in manufacturing has become an accomplished fact, but the potential of such solutions is not yet exhausted. A method for determining the location of utilities through wireless network is offered. The method was successfully applied at an automated assembly line.
Keywords: utilities location method, wireless communication, mobile services server, selector`s controller.

Studenov V.V., Vasiliev N.P.  Stream multimedia data in corporate networks

The paper describes the data streaming in intranets and emphasizes key differences between stream communication in Internet and corporate networks of most of modern enterprises. The focus is made on the design of media content communication networks; the current status in video conference segment is discussed.
Keywords: media data, streaming, corporate IP networks, video conference communication, virtual private network, content, monitoring, control, overlay network.

Journal`s Club

Kargapoltsev V.P., Mitskevich O.A.  Imbalances in water accounting: possible causes and the ways to reduce

According to the Russian government`s regulation, May 23, 2006, the difference between the total amount of water consumed by an apartment house and the sum of individual water counters` readings should be annually added to the sum of monthly payments as imbalance reimbursement. The paper discusses the causes of imbalance and the ways to reduce it.
Keywords: thirteenth invoice, annual imbalance, water counters, calibration interval, leakage flow, process flowrate.

Events

Kharazov V.G.  On the Automation 2008 exhibition

New industrial automation product samples presented at the Automation 2008 exhibition (St. Petersburg, December 2008) are overviewed.
Keywords: industrial controllers, embedded systems, real-time OS, DCS, SCADA systems, relays, communication equipment, transmitters, cabinets, electronic components.