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Methods for Embedding Video Streams in SCADA Systems New!!
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In industrial automation systems, SCADA/HMI plays an important role in remote monitoring and control. Accompanied by the popularity of IP video surveillance solutions, there is a trend towards using I...
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Avoiding the Pitfalls of Embedded Application Programming New!!
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Although writing software for embedded computers may sound simple enough, particularly to the seasoned PC programmer, there are several pitfalls that programmers of embedded systems should avoid:
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Overcoming IP Address Issues with GPRS Remote Monitoring and Alarm Systems New!!
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Although GPRS technology makes it easier and more convenient to set up a river monitoring system, the fact that most GPRS devices use dynamic IP addresses can be somewhat frustrating. What this means ...
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Using Fiber Media Converters with Copper Networks New!!
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The 21st century has seen a huge increase in using Ethernet for industrial automation applications such as remote monitoring. However, the advantages and versatility obtained from using Ethernet for i...
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Accessing Private Cellular Networks from the Internet New!!
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Due to the limited number of public IP addresses, most cellular service providers only offer private IP addresses for mobile devices to connect to the Internet. However, the nature of private IP addre...
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More Than Just CPU Performance—Criteria for Choosing an x86-based Embedded Computer New!!
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When in the market for an x86-based embedded computer, most system engineers only take hardware requirements such as CPU performance into consideration. Unlike RISC-based computers, which are designed...
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Important Considerations for USB Devices in Industrial Applications New!!
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USB devices have made networking easier, thanks to their Plug and Play interface. But industrial applications have much more demanding requirements than your typical home and office applications. In f...
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IPv6-ready Ethernet Switches for Industrial Networking New!!
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Web communications and networking have become an essential part of all modern businesses. New technologies such as VoIP and broadband deployment are becoming more common but have an insatiable appetit...
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Embedded Computers in Substation Automation New!!
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Thanks to the rapid growth of computer and communication technology, power substations are becoming more automated and increasingly deploy intelligent devices to monitor and control unmanned facilitie...
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3-way Communication for Serial-to-Fiber Media Converters
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Most serial-to-fiber converters on the market today only provide one serial port and one fiber port for physical layer media conversion. But as industrial networking applications increase in complexit...
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PoE Switches for Industrial Networking
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PoE (Power over Ethernet) is one of the hottest topics in Ethernet networking applications today. In this white paper, we will introduce the basics of PoE technology and the new 802.3at standard, foll...
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The Secret Behind Wide Temperature Embedded Computers
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Industrial applications are often associated with harsh, demanding environments. Facilities and key computing equipment may be located at remote sites where there is little or no protection from sever...
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IP Video Surveillance in Power Substations
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Power lines deliver electricity from the plant to the power substations where it is converted before being distributed to the local community. It is therefore imperative that power substations are con...
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Choosing a Multiport Serial Board for Serial Communication
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Serial communication (RS-232/422/485) has been used in Industrial Automation (IA) for many years. Since computers come equipped with a limited number of serial ports, multiport serial boards (MSB) are...
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Using Industrial Ethernet in the Oil and Gas Industry
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The oil and gas industry is experiencing a major boom
around the world, thanks to the seemingly insatiable demand for fossil fuels in
both developed and developing countries. However, drilling for, ...
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Using Embedded Computers to Manage Your Solar Power System
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Solar power has become one of the hottest topics today due to the soaring prices of traditional fuels. This white paper highlights the current status of the solar energy industry and how emb...
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What is the Difference Between a Cellular Modem and a Cellular IP Modem?
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Cellular modems and cellular IP modems are vital components in industrial cellular machine-to-machine (M2M) networking. However, it may be difficult to differentiate between these two devices based on...
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Site Planning and Wireless Network Installation
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Wireless networks have become increasingly popular due to the greater convenience, mobility, and deployment options they offer. However, wireless networks also require a great deal more planning than ...
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Redundant Serial-to-Ethernet Data Connections for Mission-Critical Devices
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The topic of this paper is Ethernet redundancy for serial device servers. Three types of redundancy are available:
Single-network redundancy includes STP/RSTP protocols for mesh-type topologies, an...
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Real-time Video Monitoring Increases the Efficiency of SCADA Process Management
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Traditional SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems have been an important part of automation control systems for many years, and they are designed to monitor and control the status o...
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Using Sample Code to Develop Embedded Applications Saves Time and Keeps Bugs at a Mininum
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It is often the case that software developers build application
programs based on sample code or code from previous projects. Building
on your own experience or the experience of others is common pr...
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The Next Link in IPC Evolution—Embedded Systems for Industry
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Industry is moving to adopt RISC-based, all-in-one computers that
use an embedded Linux operating system. This type of front-end computer
is extremely versatile and robust, and offers significant sa...
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Requirements for Ethernet Networks in Substation Automation
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Ethernet offers numerous advantages that make it the
communication medium of choice for substation automation
systems around the world, including superi...
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Redundant Ring Technology for Industrial Ethernet Applications
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High speed redundancy networks have become a key issue when building
industrial Ethernet networks. Traditional mesh-type topologies and
STP/RSTP redundant protocols do not provide a recovery time lo...
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Redundant Gigabit Backbone Adds Speed and Reliability to Industrial Networks
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Gigabit network applications are becoming more and more popular in
the modern networking world. In fact, most PC motherboards now come
standard with a built-in gigabit Ethernet port. In addition, th...
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Optimizing Subnet Interconnections with Industrial Layer 3 Switches
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It is well known that the open standard multi-layer TCP/IP
networking structure governs network traffic on the Internet and
millions of LANs and subnets around the world. TCP/IP is often
described ...
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OPC server in automation
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With Ethernet technology now mature, it is quickly gaining
widespread acceptance in the automation field, and as a result, many
field control devices are just waiting to be networked. One of the
re...
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Industrial Ethernet Infrastructure: Key Selection Criteria
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With the recent growth and popularity of Ethernet networking in both
factory and process automation, system engineers are struggling to
select the optimal yet cost effective infrastructure component...
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Expand Your Serial COMs with Optical Fiber
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Serial devices are used around the world as integral components of
industrial automation systems. This is due in part to the fact that
RS-232/422/485 interfaces are easy to set up and economical to ...
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Ethernet Gives New Remote Monitoring and Alarm Solution a Big Advantage
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Ethernet technology has the unique advantage of bi-directional
communication, which has given rise in the IO industry to the
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Embedded Computing for Industrial Applications
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This white paper explains the basic difference between a
general-purpose computer and embedded computer, and highlights the
features that embedded computers should have when used for industrial
app...
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Inside into the Future of IET
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As the world's network and information technology becomes more and more mature, the trend is to use Ethernet as the major communications interface in many industrial communications and automation appl...
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A New Generation in IP-based Data Aquisition and Control
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For several decades, PC-based solutions have been widely used for data acquisition and control in industrial automation. Early implementations relied on expansion cards inside a PC to attach I/O devic...
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Redundancy in Automation
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Redundancy is currently one of the hottest topics for many industries and business information backup systems, particularly in light of the fact that more types of industrial equipment now comes with ...
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Stay Connected with Turbo Ring
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For industrial automation applications, redundancy is always an important issue to help increase thereliability of your system. MOXA EtherDevice™ Redundant Switch—ED6008—comes equipped with a ne...
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Six Factors to Consider_for Industrial Surveillance System
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The “IP” in IP surveillance is an abbreviation for Internet Protocol, which is the most common protocol used for communication over computer networks and the Internet. An IP surveillance application c...
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Video Transmission in Transportation Management Systems
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Video cameras play an important role in providing administrators of modern Transportation Management Systems with real-time information. Unlike other types of detectors and sensors—which only provide ...
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Six Factors to Consider when Upgrading to an Industrial Grade IP Surveillance System
Describe:
The “IP” in IP surveillance is an abbreviation for Internet
Protocol, which is the most common protocol used for
communication over computer networks and the Internet. An
IP surveillance appl...
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A New Generation in IP-based Data Acquisition and Control
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Ethernet I/O emerged as a result of the overwhelming popularity of Ethernet, and boasted the advantages of openness, ease of use, and low costs. For most automation applications, the cabling system is...
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The Shift to Wireless Data Communication
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Before deploying wireless applications over a cellular network, there are several factors you should consider to ensure your project's success. This white paper explains how to choose a cellular...
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Video Transmission in TMS
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Video cameras play an important role in providing administrators of modern Transportation Management Systems with real-time information. Unlike other types of detectors and sensors—which only provide ...
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Console Management—Better Network Protection for Industrial Ethernet
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The commercial IT market has already learned the importance of a
solid network maintenance and disaster recovery program. Commercial
applications that require an exceptionally reliable network envir...
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CN2610 Redundancy in Automation
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Redundancy is currently one of the hottest topics for many industries and business information backup systems, particularly in light of the fact that more types of industrial equipment now comes with ...
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