Year: 2025

Edge Intelligence: A New Engine of Transformation in the Digital Wave

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Follow “Electronic Engineering Magazine” and add the editor’s WeChat Regional groups are now open, please send messages 【Shenzhen】【Shanghai】【Beijing】【Chengdu】【Xi’an】 to the public account In the process of digital development, Edge Intelligence has become a key force driving transformation across various industries. As an innovative technology that integrates edge computing and artificial intelligence, combining the advantages of … Read more

PLC Programming Pitfall Guide: Understanding FC and FB to Double Your Efficiency!

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PLC Programming Pitfall Guide: Understanding FC and FB to Double Your Efficiency!

1. Understanding FC and FB from the Perspective of “Cooking”: What is the Essential Difference? Let’s set aside the code and use a life example: •FC (Function) is like avegetable cutter in the kitchen. You throw a potato in, and it consistently outputs shredded potatoes without remembering whether the last item was a radish or … Read more

Say Goodbye to Repetitive Work! The Art of Reusing FB/FC Blocks in PLC Programming

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Say Goodbye to Repetitive Work! The Art of Reusing FB/FC Blocks in PLC Programming

In the world of PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) programming, repetitive work is the enemy of efficiency. Imagine having to write code from scratch every time you encounter a similar control task; this not only wastes time but also increases the likelihood of errors. The reuse of FB (Function Block) and FC (Function) blocks acts like … Read more

M80PLC Tutorial | How to Monitor Signal Status Online in the M80 System

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M80PLC Tutorial | How to Monitor Signal Status Online in the M80 System

M80PLC Tutorial | How to Learn Mitsubishi M80 PLC Programming from Scratch? When debugging or repairing, we sometimes need to monitor thePLC‘s signal status to see if it is0 or 1. At this time, we can use theM80 built-in PLC programmer function to check. The specific operation steps are as follows: Enter the built-in programmer … Read more

Principles and Examples of Siemens PLC S7-1200 Counter Instructions

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Principles and Examples of Siemens PLC S7-1200 Counter Instructions

Please follow me if you like, I share new knowledge every day. 1. Types of Counters As shown in the figure, the Siemens S7-1200 PLC has three types of counters: Count Up Counter (CTU), Count Down Counter (CTD), and Count Up/Down Counter (CTUD). They belong to software counters. The maximum counting rate is limited by … Read more

8 Major Factors Affecting PLC Scan Cycle

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8 Major Factors Affecting PLC Scan Cycle

The PLC scan cycle refers to the time required for a PLC to complete one full scan (including input sampling, program execution, and output refresh). The length of the scan cycle directly affects the real-time performance and control accuracy of the PLC. The following are the main factors that influence the PLC scan cycle: 1. … Read more

Modbus TCP Communication Between Newland Industrial Barcode Scanner and Mitsubishi PLC

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Modbus TCP Communication Between Newland Industrial Barcode Scanner and Mitsubishi PLC

This article explains the Modbus TCP communication operation between the Newland industrial barcode scanner and Mitsubishi PLC. 1. Environment PLC: FX5U-32MR/ES, with supporting software GX Works3 Barcode Scanner: Soldier300 V2, with supporting software NSet, configured as a Modbus TCP client 2. Configuration on the Scanner Side The configuration of the scanner can refer to the … Read more

Reasons Why the PLC Does Not Execute After Downloading Programs with Boto Software

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Reasons Why the PLC Does Not Execute After Downloading Programs with Boto Software

The Boto software prompts that the PLC does not execute after downloading the program, which may be due to the following reasons: – Program Compilation Errors: There are syntax errors, logical errors, or unresolved symbol references in the program, which prevent it from being downloaded or executed correctly. A comprehensive compilation of the program is … Read more

Siemens PLC Connection Issues with Computer: Frequent Disconnections

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Siemens PLC Connection Issues with Computer: Frequent Disconnections

1. Problem Description When we connect the computer to the PLC and click online, the PLC connects normally to the computer. However, after about ten seconds, it automatically disconnects. This result occurs repeatedly, even after changing the network cable. 2. Solution Open the corresponding network port, set the IP address to obtain automatically, and confirm. … Read more

Accelerated Localization Replacement: China’s PLC Market Expected to Reach 16.54 Billion Yuan in 2023

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Accelerated Localization Replacement: China's PLC Market Expected to Reach 16.54 Billion Yuan in 2023

Click belowto follow our official account ↓ Get more excitingarticles As the main battlefield in the field of industrial automation control, PLCs provide very reliable control applications for various automation control devices, suitable for the current industrial enterprises’ demand for automation. On the other hand, PLCs must rely on other new technologies to face the … Read more