The validation strategy
The validation strategy for TSN must be geared to the end applications in the various industries, whereby the main focus must be on compliance with guaranteed latencies.
read more...read more...Time synchronization
Time synchronization via Ethernet and IP networks is the basis of many systems worldwide. This is why the IEEE defined the 1588 Precision Time Protocol (PTP) and time standardization bodies such as the ITU-T created supporting standards for function and performance specifications.
read more...First specification within reach
At SPS 2018, the Field Level Communication initiative was established under the umbrella of the OPC Foundation. How far has the initiative's work progressed now?
read more...The configuration
Time-Sensitive Networking must offer a standardized communication platform for machine builders and automation engineers alike - the TSN configuration must support both worlds without conflict. How and with which approach can this be achieved?
read more...Detect alignment and speed simultaneously
TWK has expanded its family of inclination sensors with a special device that makes it possible to precisely measure the current orientation - i.e. the inclination or position (360°) - and the speed at the same time in a rotating application.
read more...Industry 4.0 in mechanical engineering
Since 2008, Michaela Rothhöft has been conducting the "Industrial Communication / Industry 4.0" market study every three to five years with the support of the VDMA. The results of the 2020 update.
read more...OPC UA Companion Specification for Profinet published
The user organization Profibus & Profinet International (PI) has published the first OPC UA Companion Specification for Profinet.
read more...The top articles in June
There was a lot of news in the past month that we included in our reporting. One thing became clear: despite the crisis, the industry is not standing still, even sees opportunities and is continuing to develop. The most-read articles for you in June.
read more...Bus-compatible operating modules for mobile machines
For decentralized machine operation, Griessbach offers bus-capable input units with its CAN modules, which can be integrated into the control network with little assembly and installation effort.
read more...Open solutions for TSN
Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) is regarded as the key technology for convergent IT and OT networks. Open solutions can contribute to the development of the ecosystem, but which software functions are actually required and which solutions are already available?
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