Introduction Microcontrollers are quite “low-level” and “hardware” components, lacking complex data structures and intricate programming algorithms. We only need to understand and program from the perspective of how the microcontroller executes. For the average person, there is no need to delve deeply into the subject, as most of us are merely users of microcontrollers, not … Read more
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
Have you ever wondered how FPGA technology impacts the devices we use daily? In today’s fast-paced tech landscape, FPGAs are becoming increasingly important. With powerful features and a wide range of applications, FPGAs are driving advancements in modern technology. The purpose of this article is to introduce the inner workings of FPGAs and showcase their … Read more
Search on WeChat Jicheng Training What is Embedded Systems? Embedded systems involve developing a PCB board. If you place this board in a PLC, it belongs to the industrial control sector; if it’s in a CT machine, it belongs to the medical sector; and if it’s in a vehicle, it belongs to the automotive sector… … Read more
With the development of information technology, fields such as AI digital products and intelligent driving are flourishing unprecedentedly, but these products rely on an application called embedded technology. Today, I will talk to you about an IT application field that belongs to us—embedded systems. Let’s first understand embedded systems from the perspective of policies and … Read more
The performance requirements of designers in industrial automation and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) are constantly changing. In terms of microcontrollers (MCUs), they seek faster processing speeds, more memory, better connectivity, and increased security features. At the same time, MCU manufacturers are brewing a new type of MCU to provide designers with a balance … Read more
This article’s images are sourced from: Getac. Author | Liu Yadong In the era of smart manufacturing, mobile automation has become a trend to meet the demands for broader data collection, monitoring, and equipment control. Today, the widespread use of portable computers and tablets has freed operational and technical personnel from fixed workstations, significantly improving … Read more
Implementation of Communication Protocols in Industrial Automation Using C Introduction With the development of industrial automation, the demand for communication between various devices, sensors, and control units is increasing. In this context, communication protocols have become an essential foundation for data exchange among different systems. The C language, with its efficiency and low-level characteristics, is … Read more
▼ Click the card below to follow me ▲ Click the card above to follow me Exploring Siemens PLC Web Server Functionality: Innovative Technology for Remote Monitoring and Maintenance Hello everyone, I am Jin Ge! Today, let’s talk about a super cool industrial automation technology – the Web Server functionality of Siemens PLC. Imagine being … Read more
Hello everyone, I am Ming Ge. Today, let’s talk about analog control with the S7-200 SMART PLC. Many friends find analog signals mysterious when they first encounter PLCs; in fact, they are just like the dimmer switches in our lives, not strictly black and white, but capable of precise adjustments. Now, let’s unveil the mystery … Read more