A key component of realizing Industry 4.0 is achieving deterministic networking performance across all levels of performance. This talk examines how network stack choices impact latency SLAs, performance, and scalability.

Inspired by the success of the Avnu Express Test System (AETS) we have embarked on a quest to push the limits of streaming Milan/AVB audio on a standard PC running the Linux operating system. We share our experience and lessons learned.

IEEE 802.1AS-2024 defines a method for clock drift mitigation, specifically designed for systems with many hops between Grandmaster and end stations. In this talk, we give insights into the reasoning behind this feature and present real-world results using the Drift_Tracking TLV and its handling in PTP relays and end stations.

In order to take full advantage of virtualization, time-sensitive applications must be integrated with 10G+ network interface cards and related platforms. In this presentation, we showcase practical results using latest Intel hardware running on Linux. 

With IT/OT convergence in industrial networks, Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) ensures reliable operations, requiring configuration for routers, switches, and TSN-Endpoints. Our research explores TSN configuration for IoT devices with cost-effective hardware.

Compared to wired networks, the integration of 5G and TSN introduces significant packet delays and packet delay variations making it challenging to compute 802.1Qbv schedules providing end-to-end latency and reliability guarantees. We provide an overview of strategies employing statistical knowledge of 5G channel conditions to allocate suitable 5G packet delay budgets (PDBs).

Modern vehicles need more bandwidth for data processing and communication, especially for autonomous driving functionalities. Our research aims to create a Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) environment for zonal architecture car communication, integrating 10Gbps TSN Endpoints and Switches.

During the transition to IEEE 802.1AS-2020, many TSN setups will mix AS-2020 and legacy AS-2011 devices. AS-2020 Grandmasters are still limited, but also AS-2011 switches or endnodes can't always be upgraded. A key change in AS-2020 is the peer delay mechanism. To ensure compatibility, AS-2020 offers configurable mechanisms. Our talk explores maximizing interoperability without explicit port configs, presenting real-world-tested strategies for robust time sync in industrial TSN environments.

This presentation showcases proven migration strategies for TSN using PROFINET infrastructures.

This presentation provides insights into needs, function and practical use of the TSN policing mechanisms, and shows relationships with the TSN shaping & scheduling mechanisms.

This presentation summarizes some recent TSN developments in China and highlights critical gaps: the shortage of TSN-capable end-stations and the lack of proven solution practices. We introduce the TSN Autolearning mechanism which enables brownfield deployment through switch-based implementation and analyze its limitations.

Ethernet in automotive has matured to the point where it gives its own flavour to it. Since networking performance in automotive is generally associated with determinism, TSN is naturally and synonymously used as a monolithic term automotive Ethernet is discussed. We will review the status of the use of the various TSN technologies based on current usage in industry with use cases, and present the upcoming applications which are trending in this industry and will drive future requirements.

The demo showcases a wireless time-sensitive networking solution using the open WiFi platform. It highlights W-TSN features like over-the-air time synchronization, time-aware shaping, deterministic handover, and a network management controller. 

This talk elaborates on the OPC UA FX adoption of IEEE TSN as a transport layer, reflecting on UAFX integration of the CNC/CUC concept and network configuration.

Adding time-sensitive network sections to existing installations is a major use case across industries. It leads so significant challenges regarding synchronization. This study explores wired and wireless solutions, including 5G, to interconnect TSN sections while maintaining precise timing. Various approaches are evaluated for feasibility and performance using accurate measurement setups, demonstrating effective methods to minimize sync errors and extend TSN beyond dedicated infrastructures.

It becomes evident that TSN adoption will happen over a period of time where new technology will coexist with legacy Ethernets and fieldbuses.
We would like to challenge the existing testbeds, plugfests, and IA vendors with accommodating the missing items, including support for most used industrial RTOSes, generic orchestration SW, and HW platforms, suitable to run most of the Industrial Automation use cases.

With the aim of strengthening Intec for the industry, Europe’s largest association for mechanical and plant engineering, VDMA e.V., and Leipziger Messe are now moving even closer together. With its Precision Tools Association and its Measuring and Testing Technology Association, the VDMA will become the new non-material and technical sponsor of Intec.

This Avnu Alliance presentation covers advances in TSN capabilities, testing and adoption in various markets.

Codesys pursues a pragmatic AI approach: instead of unpredictable control logic, the company relies on assistance systems. Whether chatbot, automated code suggestions, or error handling – developers should save noticeable time, work more productively, and even enjoy it more. Bernhard Reiter explains the approach.