Multiple Boolean inputs and outputs for device function blocks
US9348329B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 10, 2014 |
| Grant date | May 24, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 10, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG05B2219/25232
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention provides techniques for splitting bundled inputs and outputs into separated Boolean inputs and outputs for function blocks of automation devices. More specifically, previously-defined bundled inputs and outputs may be used, whereas separated Boolean inputs and outputs may be used as well. In other words, the newly added Boolean inputs and outputs do not replace, but rather compliment, the previously defined bundled inputs and outputs.
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