The Ten Key Differences Between PLC and DCS

When it comes to control systems, many people seem to speak with great confidence, but when delving deeper, they become speechless about the definitions of controllers, PLCs, DCS, and FCS. After a brief introduction to the basic concepts, it feels like the conversation misses the point. Today, let’s discuss what DCS is. First, we can … Read more

Understanding Basic Data Types in PLCs

Many users have questions about data types during the study of PLCs. This article will provide an interpretation of the basic data types in PLCs. The manual explains data types as follows: “Data types are used to specify the size of data elements and how to interpret the data. Each instruction parameter supports at least … Read more

9 Classic Siemens PLC Programming Cases for Beginners!

Search on WeChat Technical Training 1. Bidirectional Movement of the Cart Use S7-200 to achieve automatic control of the cart’s bidirectional movement. The control process is as follows: press the start button, and the cart moves from the left to the right (and vice versa). When it reaches the right (or left) limit switch, the … Read more

Understanding PLC and Inverter Communication Wiring

Search on WeChat Technical Training The PLC and the inverter have a relationship of inclusion and being included. Both can execute specific commands to control electric motors. The PLC is a hardware device for program input execution, while the inverter is one of them. However, the scope of the PLC is broader than that of … Read more

Analysis of National Exam Logical Reasoning Questions

One Basic Analysis of Logical Reasoning The number of logical reasoning questions remains stable at 40 each year, divided into graphic reasoning, definitional judgment, analogical reasoning, and logical judgment, with 10 questions for each type. Two Key Question Type Analysis 01 Graphic Reasoning The graphic reasoning section covers a wide range of topics, mainly including … Read more

Artificial Intelligence Biosensors: Challenges and Prospects

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and wearable sensors are two important fields for achieving optimal precision medicine tailored to individual patients. Combining these two fields can better capture patient data, improve the design of wearable sensors, and monitor the health of the wearer and their surrounding environment. Currently, with the Internet of Things, big data, and health … Read more

AI Applications and Future in Industry: From Data Analysis to Smart Production

Introduction | The rapid development of artificial intelligence technology is quietly leading the fourth industrial revolution. Although there are still many challenges to be solved in the deployment of AI technology in the industrial field, this cannot stop the historical trend from moving forward. AI is bringing new changes to the industrial sector. Today, we … Read more

Accelerating Industrial Digital Transformation Through Industrial Internet Platforms

Author: Liu Ran1, Xie Xiaolei2 Affiliation: 1. Shanghai Jiao Tong University Department of Industrial Engineering and Management; 2. Tsinghua University Department of Industrial Engineering Citation: Ran LIU, Xiaolei XIE. Improve the industrial digital transformation through Industrial Internet platforms. Frontiers of Engineering Management, 2024, 11(1): 167–174 https://doi.org/10.1007/s42524-023-0286-9 Article Link: https://journal.hep.com.cn/fem/EN/10.1007/s42524-023-0286-9 https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s42524-023-0286-9 Keywords: Industrial digital transformation; Industrial … Read more

Introduction to Smart Home Control Systems

[New Friends] Click ↗ the blue small text “Shade Reference” Introduction to Smart Home Control Systems Smart home control systems are based on residential platforms, with home appliances and devices as the main control objects. They utilize integrated wiring technology, network communication technology, security technology, automatic control technology, and audio-visual technology to efficiently integrate facilities … Read more

Three Key Points to Break Through Smart Home Technology

The vision of smart homes is beautiful. In the morning, when you wake up from your dreams, your favorite music plays, the curtains gently open, the air conditioning automatically adjusts to a comfortable temperature and humidity, the bread maker, coffee machine, and kettle start automatically to prepare a delicious breakfast for you, the dishwasher cleans … Read more