Getting Started with PyTest: A Powerful Testing Framework

PyTest: The Best Partner for Writing Test Cases When it comes to code testing frameworks, PyTest is definitely a dark horse in the Python world. It not only solves the verbosity problem of unittest but also comes with a bunch of super useful features. Let’s take a look at this powerhouse in the testing field! … Read more

Ultimate Guide to the Pytest Testing Framework

Ultimate Guide to the Pytest Testing Framework

Pytest is the built-in automation testing framework for Python 2 , while for Python 3 the pytest framework is independent and needs to be installed via pip installation 1. Installing and Setting Up Pytest 1. Use pip install -U pytest to install for Python 3 2. Check pytest version information: pytest –version 3. Execution rules … Read more

How to Achieve Online Simulation with Siemens Touch Screen and PLC

How to Achieve Online Simulation with Siemens Touch Screen and PLC

Using Siemens touch screen software (WINCC flexible SMART) and Siemens S7-200SMART series PLC to achieve online simulation functionality with the simulation software of WINCC flexible SMART and S7-200SMART series PLC. The main steps to achieve this functionality are as follows: 1. Establish a communication driver connection with the S7-200SMART series PLC in the connection item … Read more

Introduction to Siemens Touch Screens and Applications

Introduction to Siemens Touch Screens and Applications

Over 90,000 friends have followed this industrial control WeChat platform:Technical sharing,Learning exchange,Industrial control videos “Free Online Trial” This course provides a detailed explanation of the hardware functions and system composition of Siemens panels, as well as the various software functions. Upon completion, you will be able to independently design, select, configure, and integrate HMI systems. … Read more

Understanding MD5 and RSA Encryption in Automation

Understanding MD5 and RSA Encryption in Automation

In interface automation, we often encounter situations where passwords need to be encrypted. Sometimes, we look for developers to solve this. However, test engineers can also solve it themselves. Below, I will introduce the methods and applications of encryption in requests. Characteristics and Processing of MD5 Encryption Symmetric encryption algorithms: The same key is used … Read more

Challenges Faced by Testing Interfaces After ECU Integration

Challenges Faced by Testing Interfaces After ECU Integration

The ECU (Electronic Control Unit), as the brain of the car, controls the vehicle’s engine, airbags, anti-lock braking system, etc. In addition to the ECU located in the engine, there are also separate ECUs in other locations of the car, with approximately hundreds of ECUs in a single vehicle. However, with the development of the … Read more

Common Types of Automation Control Systems and Their Development Directions

Common Types of Automation Control Systems and Their Development Directions

Automation control systems mainly consist of: controllers, controlled objects, actuators, and transmitters. Controller: It can change the wiring of the main circuit or control circuit and alter the resistance values in the circuit to control the motor’s start, speed regulation, braking, and reversing main command device in a predetermined order. Controlled Object: Generally refers to … Read more

Basic Composition and Classification of Industrial Robots

Basic Composition and Classification of Industrial Robots

Industrial robots are multi-joint mechanical arms or multi-degree-of-freedom robots aimed at the industrial field.Industrial robots replace humans in production and are an important development trend in the future manufacturing industry, serving as the foundation for achieving intelligent manufacturing and ensuring future industrial automation, digitization, and intelligence.The harsh production and processing environment , the aging population … Read more

Understanding Industrial Robot Control Systems and Applications

Understanding Industrial Robot Control Systems and Applications

1. Functions to be Achieved by the Industrial Robot Control System The robot control system is an important component of the robot, used to control the manipulator to complete specific work tasks. Its basic functions are as follows: 1. Memory Function: Stores job sequences, motion paths, motion modes, motion speeds, and information related to production … Read more

Typical Control Systems and Structures of Industrial Robots

Typical Control Systems and Structures of Industrial Robots

Industrial robots consist of three basic components: the main body, the drive system, and the control system. The main body includes the base and the actuators, which consist of the arm, wrist, and hand; some robots also have locomotion mechanisms. Most industrial robots have 3 to 6 degrees of freedom, with the wrist typically having … Read more