Sequential Function Chart Risk Assessment: A Safety Analysis Framework for Industrial Control Systems

Sequential Function Chart Risk Assessment: A Safety Analysis Framework for Industrial Control Systems

Click the little blue text to follow! Last week, during a safety assessment at an automation factory, I witnessed their equipment experiencing an inexplicable shutdown. The manager looked worried and said, “This is the third time this month, and each shutdown costs us over a hundred thousand.” Where is the problem? After inspection, I found … Read more

Expert Insights on Physical Intrusion Threat Models and Protection Methods for Industrial Control Systems

Expert Insights on Physical Intrusion Threat Models and Protection Methods for Industrial Control Systems

★ Xi’an Jiaotong University Wang Xiangming ★ Xi’an Thermal Engineering Institute Liu Pengfei ★ Xi’an Jiaotong University Liu Yang, Liu Ting Abstract:With the advancement of digitalization and intelligent transformation of industrial control systems, the integration of information network technology and traditional physical control systems is deepening. In the context of frequent interactions among various businesses, … Read more

State Machine Programming in Industrial Control Systems: Design Concepts and Implementation Strategies

State Machine Programming in Industrial Control Systems: Design Concepts and Implementation Strategies

Click the little blue text to follow! A few days ago, a colleague who works with coding for inkjet printers came to me, saying that his device often “stalls”; sometimes the print head works normally, but at other times it suddenly stops and inexplicably enters cleaning mode. Seeing his worried expression, I guessed it right—this … Read more

Control Scheme for Industrial Waste Gas Treatment System

Control Scheme for Industrial Waste Gas Treatment System

The industrial waste gas treatment system is crucial for environmental compliance and safe production. This article details the control scheme based on Siemens PLC, assisting enterprises in meeting emission standards. Hardware Configuration Selection of PLC and Expansion ModulesFor the control requirements of the industrial waste gas treatment system, the Siemens S7-1200 series CPU 1214C is … Read more

Mainstream Development Directions of Industrial Control Systems and the Significance and Value of APC Systems

Mainstream Development Directions of Industrial Control Systems and the Significance and Value of APC Systems

Industrial software refers to software specifically designed for or primarily used in the industrial sector, aimed at improving the R&D, manufacturing, production management levels, and performance of industrial equipment. Industrial software is a programmatic encapsulation and reuse of industrial technology and knowledge, representing the pinnacle of industrialization. In practical industrial scenarios, such as metallurgy, petrochemicals, … Read more

State Machine Programming Development: Methodologies for Building Reliable Industrial Control Systems

State Machine Programming Development: Methodologies for Building Reliable Industrial Control Systems

Click the blue text to follow! Yesterday, a friend working on a packaging line complained that their control system frequently malfunctioned—sometimes the conveyor belt would suddenly stop, and sometimes the packaging would not execute in order. I asked him, “Have you used state machine programming?” He looked puzzled. Many beginners overlook this powerful tool, so … Read more

Integrating Robotics 4.0

Integrating Robotics 4.0

B&R’s mapp technology helps machine manufacturers easily integrate robotics. Author | B&R “ The close integration of robots and machine components provides an ideal foundation for implementing the Industry 4.0 concept. With B&R’s mapp technology, robot manufacturers can enhance the performance of existing systems by 50%. “ MAJAtronic, a manufacturer of motion systems for cross-platform … Read more

Building Collaborative Full-Chain in the Semiconductor Industry: Upgrading Robot Controllers for Smart Factories

Building Collaborative Full-Chain in the Semiconductor Industry: Upgrading Robot Controllers for Smart Factories

The semiconductor industry, as the cornerstone of the information technology sector, is a strategic, foundational, and leading industry that supports the economic and social development of our country and ensures national security. It has received significant attention and support from the government. In 2014, to fully leverage the advantages of the domestic semiconductor market scale … Read more

From Robotics to Intelligent Manufacturing: The Value of Core Controller Enterprises Pursued by Capital

From Robotics to Intelligent Manufacturing: The Value of Core Controller Enterprises Pursued by Capital

Introduction The interview with XianGong Intelligent was initiated by capital recommendations. Many investors mentioned and praised XianGong Intelligent when discussing the topic of mobile robots, with some capital insiders directly stating that the company’s future market value may far exceed people’s expectations. Capital has shown great interest and attention to XianGong Intelligent. In January 2021, … Read more