Modular object and host matching
US8818757B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 30, 2008 |
| Grant date | Aug 26, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 5, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG05B19/0426
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An object can be used in an industrial control configuration in relation to performing a function or task. Matching can occur such that an object with operational requirements can bind with a host that has capabilities that meet those operational requirements—matching can occur automatically as well as through user operation. Once matched, different functionality can be presented to a user pertaining to the object. To assist the user, the object can include external references, logic, local or private data, as well as others in addition to resources. To facilitate operation, capabilities and resources can be published in a directory that can be accessed by different entities—sometimes with security constraints in order to protect configuration integrity. Likewise, a subscription system can be employed such that when a change to a related entity is made, a notice can transfer to related entities and operation can alter based upon the change.
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