Communication Protocols

Siemens PLC Implementation for Industrial IoT Data Acquisition

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Siemens PLC Implementation for Industrial IoT Data Acquisition

Industrial IoT Data Acquisition is a core technology for smart factories, enabling Siemens PLC to achieve production transparency and intelligent decision-making, helping enterprises reduce costs and increase efficiency. 1. Communication Network Architecture 1.1. Fieldbus Selection In the Siemens PLC environment, the choice of communication network directly affects the stability and response speed of the system. … Read more

Serial Communication: RS232 and RS485 Overview

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Serial Communication: RS232 and RS485 Overview

Click the blue text / to follow us Serial Communication and Parallel Communication In communication and computer science, serial communication is a general concept that refers to all serial communication protocols, such as RS232, RS422, RS485, USB, I2C, SPI, etc. Serial communication refers to a communication method that transmits data bit by bit using only … Read more

How PLC and DCS Work Together: A Comprehensive Guide

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How PLC and DCS Work Together: A Comprehensive Guide

Free for commercial use! A low-code visual development platform for industrial web with over 1500 components. Provocative question!!! Can a host computer replace a PLC? Revealing the efficiency boost once DCS is online? In modern industrial automation systems, PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) and DCS (Distributed Control System) are two common yet distinct control architectures. So, … Read more

When Siemens PLC Meets Python

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When Siemens PLC Meets Python

JZGKCHINAIndustrial Control Technology Sharing Platform With the continuous development of industrial automation and information technology, PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) has become an indispensable key device in the field of industrial automation. As a powerful programming language, Python is increasingly favored by engineers for communication with PLCs. Python excels in scientific computing, data processing, and visualization, … Read more

Remote Monitoring Solutions for Industrial Automation Driven by PLC Function Block Diagrams

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Remote Monitoring Solutions for Industrial Automation Driven by PLC Function Block Diagrams

Click the blue text for more exciting information Remote Monitoring Solutions for Industrial Automation Driven by PLC Function Block Diagrams Just two days ago, I received a call; Old Li’s paper mill had another problem. He insisted on using that cheap domestic RTU for protocol conversion last time, and now, well, it keeps dropping connections … Read more

Advanced SPI Communication Techniques: From Four-Wire to Quad SPI, Daisy Chain Solutions to Double Your Project Speed!

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Advanced SPI Communication Techniques: From Four-Wire to Quad SPI, Daisy Chain Solutions to Double Your Project Speed!

1. Independent Chip Select (Standard Multi-Slave Mode) Solution Description: Each slave device is assigned an independent SS (chip select) line, and the master device activates the target slave by pulling down the corresponding SS line.Advantages: Each slave is independently controlled, and communication does not interfere with each other. Supports full-duplex high-speed transmission.Disadvantages: The number of … Read more

Mastering the 10 Essential I2C Protocol Interview Questions for Embedded Engineers

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Mastering the 10 Essential I2C Protocol Interview Questions for Embedded Engineers

Hello everyone, I am Lin, an embedded software developer with many years of experience. Today, I will share the essential I2C protocol interview questions that you should master, hoping to help you. Click below to follow me Follow Introduction: The interviewer asked some I2C questions, and I couldn’t answer them. As an embedded engineer, is … Read more

PLC LCD Display: Connect LCD Module in One Day for Clear Parameter Display

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PLC LCD Display: Connect LCD Module in One Day for Clear Parameter Display

PLC LCD Display: Connect LCD Module in One Day for Clear Parameter Display Want to quickly implement LCD display with PLC and make parameter presentation clear at a glance? This guide teaches you how to connect the LCD module to the PLC in just one day through simple steps, achieving intuitive and clear parameter display. … Read more

Collection of Commonly Used Communication Protocols in Embedded Systems!

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Collection of Commonly Used Communication Protocols in Embedded Systems!

UART, SPI, and I2C are very common serial communication methods in embedded development. The underlying communication principles of these protocols are not difficult, but many beginners struggle to learn them. Today, I will share some common underlying data transmission principles of these communication methods. UART Serial Communication UART: Universal Asynchronous Receiver-Transmitter. The UART serial port … Read more

Integration of Communication Optimization and Performance Enhancement in Factory Information Systems Using PLCs

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Integration of Communication Optimization and Performance Enhancement in Factory Information Systems Using PLCs

Click the blue text to follow! Practical Communication Optimization of PLCs in Factory Information Systems Last week, the newly installed automated production line in the workshop encountered issues right after it went into operation. The data collection was unstable, intermittently dropping, and the production reports were filled with missing data. The factory manager was furious … Read more