The Essential Differences Between PLC and Microcontrollers

The Essential Differences Between PLC and Microcontrollers

Can Microcontrollers Replace PLCs? Microcontrollers cannot completely replace PLCs. Although microcontrollers can achieve similar functions through programming, they are relatively less reliable and stable compared to PLCs. PLCs are widely used in industrial control and automation due to their excellent programmability, real-time performance, and stability. PLCs have several advantages over microcontrollers, which make them irreplaceable … Read more

How to DIY an Edge Computing PLC with Raspberry Pi

How to DIY an Edge Computing PLC with Raspberry Pi

Search on WeChat Technical Training PART. 01 Why Use Raspberry Pi? Raspberry Pi, a card-sized computer designed for computer programming education for students, is only the size of a credit card. Based on an open Linux system, Raspberry Pi allows free development in programming languages such as C/C++, Python, Javascript, etc., providing an excellent learning … Read more

Practical Tips for Using the Boto Touch Screen

Practical Tips for Using the Boto Touch Screen

Search on WeChat Technical Training Today I am going to share a very practical touch screen technique that displays all IO statuses on one touch screen page. Without further ado, let’s first look at the effect demonstration. Video Demonstration In the video, you can see that I only used one touch screen page, but multiple … Read more

Comprehensive Guide: Building a Complete AGV Control System with S7-1200

Comprehensive Guide: Building a Complete AGV Control System with S7-1200

Introduction This article introduces the implementation process of an Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) control system, which is divided into hardware setup and software design. (1) Onboard Controller SPRING FESTIVAL 1.1 Types of Onboard Controllers The onboard controller is the core of the control system and the entire AGV. Which type of controller should be chosen? … Read more

Applications of PLC in Industrial Control: What Do You Know?

Applications of PLC in Industrial Control: What Do You Know?

The full name of PLC is the English abbreviation for Programmable Logic Controller, which is referred to as “可程器” in Taiwan. According to its name, its main function is to implement logical control in industry. Early automation was divided into industrial electrical automation, automatic control automation, and production process automation. Only industrial automation required studying … Read more

Integration of Siemens PLC and Industrial IoT: A Smart Manufacturing Solution

Integration of Siemens PLC and Industrial IoT: A Smart Manufacturing Solution

In the wave of smart manufacturing, PLCs, as the core of industrial control, are deeply integrated with IoT technology, giving rise to a new production model. This article will introduce how to utilize Siemens S7-1200 PLC and related IoT technologies to create an efficient and flexible smart manufacturing solution. We will explore key aspects such … Read more

Siemens PLC Remote Monitoring: Smart Manufacturing Solutions

Siemens PLC Remote Monitoring: Smart Manufacturing Solutions

Siemens PLC Remote Monitoring: Smart Manufacturing Solutions Based on Industrial IoT Technology Introduction: Remote Intelligent Management in the Era of Industry 4.0 In today’s rapidly developing field of smart manufacturing, remote PLC monitoring has become a key technology for enhancing production efficiency and equipment management. This article will delve into how to utilize Siemens PLC … Read more

Simulating Traffic Light Control System: Easy PLC Programming

Simulating Traffic Light Control System: Easy PLC Programming

Simulating Traffic Light Control System: Easy PLC Programming Today, we are going to discuss how to use Siemens PLC to create a simulated traffic light control system. This project is particularly suitable for practice and can teach you many basic skills. Traffic light control seems simple, but there are actually many logical details, especially regarding … Read more

Types and Processes of PLC Attacks in Industrial Control Systems

Types and Processes of PLC Attacks in Industrial Control Systems

↑ Click the above “Smart Manufacturing Home” Follow us Members can enter the member download area to obtain relevant materials~ Preface Previously, we discussed PLCs in the era of the Industrial Internet: In the era of the Industrial Internet, PLCs are no longer the PLCs of the past We also talked about industrial security in … Read more