EDN

Programmable Logic Controller Block Diagram

are process and control implementations that cover everything from test labs and fabrication plants to military and medical electronics to basic data acquisition. They leverage various sensor types ...
EDN

Reference Design: Introduction to PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers)

This tutorial offers an in-depth introduction into programmable logic controllers (PLCs). The article starts with an overview of the history and the role PLCs in factory automation. The basic ...
Drexel University

Programmable Logic Controllers

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and microcontrollers (MCUs) are becoming ubiquitous in the automation of a wide range of industrial and consumer applications. The PLC Laboratory houses six state ...
Nature

Formal Verification and Model Checking of Programmable Logic Controllers

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) are the backbone of modern industrial automation, orchestrating critical operations across diverse sectors. As these controllers become increasingly complex, ...
Hackaday

programmable logic controller

When electronics release the Magic Smoke, more often than not it’s a fairly sedate event. Something overheats, the packaging gets hot enough to emit that characteristic and unmistakable odor, and ...
T&D

RTU, Programmable Logic Controller System Provides Integrated Security

The Axion extends SEL’s automation and control product family by providing a high-density, highly configurable modular RTU and programmable logic controller (PLC) system. With flexible system ...
Automation World

Assessing Industrial Controller Options

How PLCs enable automated systems to be altered via software rather than hardware changes. Why PACs are often used when integrating capabilities such as safety, motion, distributed I/O, and network ...
Machine Design

How to Choose the Best Controller for Each Application

Consider the features and typical applications for industrial controllers to understand what type of controller fits each application. Do you need a programmable logic controller (PLC), programmable ...
IndustryWeek

Allen-Bradley Micro820 Programmable Logic Controller Optimized for Standalone Machine and Remote Automation Applications

Rockwell Automation announces the new Allen-Bradley Micro820 programmable logic controller (PLC), a new addition to the Allen-Bradley Micro800 PLC family. The 20-point Micro820 controller features ...
Machine Design

Has the PLC Met Its Match?

This file type includes high-resolution graphics and schematics when applicable. One of the key parts of automation is observing variation, and a process’ ability to control it. Reducing variation ...
Purdue University

Programmable Controllers I

Introduces the basic theory, operation and programming of programmable logic controllers; Demonstrates programming examples, set-up examples and troubleshooting, as well as PLC timing, counting, ...