Configurable object for industrial control and monitoring networks
US6651110B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 28, 2000 |
| Grant date | Nov 18, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 22, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG05B2219/23193
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A dedicated memory object for networked, programmable electrical components is designed to be embedded in the components to receive system and component-specific data. The memory object is preferably resident and includes dedicated blocks for system designation data, component designation data, component location data, and data descriptive of the function of the component. The object may also include dedicated blocks for input and output configuration where interface circuitry is provided in the component. The memory object may be initially programmed via a network and subsequently reprogrammed as the system is modified or designations change. The object may be polled to reconstruct system representations and for monitoring and control operations.
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