Extending the functionality of a programmable logic controller (PLC) with apps without changing the PLC programming
US10365626B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 10, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jul 30, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 9, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG05B2219/15116
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A programmable logic controller comprises a processor, a PLC operating environment, a device memory, and an app container. The PLC operating environment is configured to execute a controller automation program providing a plurality of skill functions. The device memory comprises a plurality of apps which are configured to perform a discrete set of automation functions using the plurality of skill functions. The app container is logically separate from the PLC operating environment and configured to provide a runtime environment for the apps.
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