Industrial Networking
– Devices > Sensors, actuators, controllers, and other industrial equipment.
– Networks >Ethernet, Wi-Fi, cellular, and other communication protocols.
– Protocols > Modbus, Profibus, EtherNet/IP, and other industrial protocols.
– Switches and Routers > Connect and manage network traffic.
– Gateways > Translate between different protocols and networks.
Industrial Networking Types:
– Fieldbus > Connects devices on the factory floor (e.g., Profibus, DeviceNet).
– Ethernet > Connects devices and systems using TCP/IP (e.g., EtherNet/IP, Modbus/TCP).
– Wireless > Connects devices using wireless protocols (e.g., Wi-Fi, cellular).
– SCADA > Supervisory control and data acquisition networks.
– Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) > Connects industrial devices to the internet.
Benefits:
– Increased Efficiency > Real-time monitoring and control.
– Improved Productivity > Automated processes and reduced downtime.
– Enhanced Safety > Remote monitoring and control.
– Better Decision-Making > Data analysis and visualization.
Applications:
– Manufacturing: > Production control, monitoring, and optimization.
– Process Control > Oil and gas, chemical, and power generation.
– Building Automation > HVAC, lighting, and security control. 4. Transportation: Traffic management, rail, and aviation control.