Process device with supervisory overlayer
US8180466B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 21, 2003 |
| Grant date | May 15, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 21, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG05B2219/25428
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A process device is configured to meet a desired Safety Integrity Level (SIL). A device interface is configured to couple to the process device and provide an output related to operation of a component of the process device. A component monitor monitors operation of the component and identifies a safety event of the component. A safety response module responds to a safety event of the component in accordance with a safety response.
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