Basic Elements of a Digital Controller for a Steam-Turbine Driven Generator

4 years ago

The block diagram below illustrates the basic elements of a minicomputer system for speed and voltage control as well as…

The Role of IO-Link (Single Drop Communication Technology) in Industrial Networking

4 years ago

The increasing application of microcontrollers in low cost sensors and actuators has provided opportunities for adding diagnosis and configuration data…

NEMA & IP Ratings for Enclosures

4 years ago

Enclosures are designed to isolate apparatus from certain conditions. In addition they are used to protect personnel from unsafe, accidental…

Features of Popular Fieldbuses used in Industrial Networking

5 years ago

The commonly used fieldbuses are: Ethernet TCP/IPModbusDeviceNetControlNetModbus TCPPROFIBUS-DPAS-I The Table below outlines the key features of popular Fieldbuses that are…

How Controllers are used in Industrial Automation Systems

5 years ago

In many process control systems, microprocessor based programmable logic controllers are used for decision making due to the sophistication of…

Types and Operations of Wired Ethernet Networks

5 years ago

Ethernet plays an important role as a communication platform for automation systems. The Key strength of Ethernet is in its…

Features & Configuration of a Smart Pressure Transmitter

5 years ago

Smart/Intelligent pressure transmitters are microprocessor-based, and they provide additional functional capabilities beyond their basic role of just sensing and representing…

Basic Features of Controller Area Network (CAN)

5 years ago

Controller Area Network (CAN) is a serial communication protocol developed primarily for applications in the automotive industry. It is also…

Types of Busbar Arrangements in Grid Stations and Substations

5 years ago

The arrangement and connection of incoming and outgoing feeders in grid stations and substations and the number of busbars have…

Key Factors to Consider In Substation Design

5 years ago

Substations are the points in the power network where transmission lines and distribution feeders are connected together through circuit breakers…