Distributed control systems (DCS) evolved out of control systems for facilities, but their scope can be difficult to fully understand. This article explores the…
Distributed control systems (DCS) evolved out of control systems for facilities, but their scope can be difficult to fully understand. This article explores the role of a DCS and how it fits in with PLCs and PACs.
This article discusses how to use sensors with open collector outputs and learning some of the module connections involved.
This article discusses how to use sensors with open collector outputs and learning some of the module connections involved.
A typical control system uses PNP sensors and tends to be easier to visualize. For opposite polarity systems, the NPN…
A typical control system uses PNP sensors and tends to be easier to visualize. For opposite polarity systems, the NPN sensor is the only compatible sensor type. Learn more about NPN sensors, including characteristics and uses.
Electrical noise is a common problem inside industrial facilities. The following will explain a few simple strategies for…
Electrical noise is a common problem inside industrial facilities. The following will explain a few simple strategies for reducing this noise.
The latest report from NIST and other government organizations found that tracking behavior may be a new way to track…
The latest report from NIST and other government organizations found that tracking behavior may be a new way to track potential security threats.
Learn about the many ways cyber-attacks threaten SCADA systems, and what can be done to keep manufacturing and utility…
Learn about the many ways cyber-attacks threaten SCADA systems, and what can be done to keep manufacturing and utility plants protected.
The simplest and most common measurement to obtain using a multimeter is voltage, in fact, they are often called…
The simplest and most common measurement to obtain using a multimeter is voltage, in fact, they are often called ‘voltmeters’ for this reason.
In this article, we will discuss the application and identification of NPN sensors, clarifying why they work and how to…
In this article, we will discuss the application and identification of NPN sensors, clarifying why they work and how to properly use them in a control circuit setting.
Why do we need to use PNP sensors in certain applications, and which markings and diagrams allow us to identify these devices?
Why do we need to use PNP sensors in certain applications, and which markings and diagrams allow us to identify these devices?
Industrial control system cybersecurity can be a matter of vital corporate and national interest. What are the…
Industrial control system cybersecurity can be a matter of vital corporate and national interest. What are the operational risks, and how are they assessed?
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