New nomenclature for WLAN standards
The Wi-Fi Alliance wants to replace the cryptic names of the WLAN standards with a simpler numbering of the generations. The upcoming 'WLAN 802.11ax', for example, will simply be called 'WLAN 6'.
read more...read more...Downsizing for data lines
The data transmission rate is not all that matters with Ethernet cables. Sometimes small diameters and low costs are also important in factory networking. Single-pair Ethernet cables fill this gap.
read more...RJ45 versus Mini I/O - Ethernet plug in comparison
The most commonly used connector for industrial Ethernet is the RJ45, which was not originally designed for this purpose. How reliable is it? Is there an alternative? A benchmark.
read more...Distributed measurements in the network
With the cDAQ-9185 and cDAQ-9189, National Instruments offers two Ethernet chassis with different numbers of slots. The company thus combines Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) with 'CompactDAQ' hardware for distributed measurements in the network.
read more...Freely programmable
The ESX-4CS-GW is the first product in the fourth generation of control units from Sensor-Technik Wiedemann. As a communication gateway, it offers six CAN interfaces, a 4-port Ethernet switch, a LIN and an RS232 interface.
read more...Into the digitalization age with a new Group structure
The Siemens Group is once again giving itself a new structure - with only three instead of the previous five divisions and a division into 'Operating Companies' and 'Strategic Companies'.
read more...Entry into a competitive market
D-Link is entering the market for industrial switches with three new series. Michael Müller, Head of Product Management for Central Europe, talks about the background and technical details.
read more...The industrial switch
Switches for the industrial sector have many special features. Which criteria in terms of hardware, functions and compatibility are ultimately important when selecting a switch? - An analysis.
read more...The interface of the future
A smart factory requires end-to-end networking and the integration of production lines into industrial IT. This requires automation devices with powerful communication functions. What requirements must the devices fulfill? An outlook.
read more...Ethernet in process technology
Update on the Advanced Physical Layer
At Achema 2018, FieldComm Group, ODVA and Profibus & Profinet International (PI) provided information on the status quo of developments for the Advanced Physical Layer for Industrial Ethernet in the process industry. The first products are expected in 2022.
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