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• Wind Power Farms And The Use of Ethernet and Fiber Optics for Remote Monitoring (Power Generation and Storage)
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  Remote monitoring and control systems for wind power farms must be designed for long-distance transmission and the highest degree of reliability, while facing harsh environments involving extreme... (View Full Article)
• Onboard WiFi With Internet For Passenger Trains (Networking Equipment)
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  With satellite technology and industrial wireless APs, high speed passenger trains can overcome the difficulties of establishing wireless connections to the Internet.... (View Full Article)
• Minimize Electrical Interference for Railroad Monitoring Systems (Fiber Optics)
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  In order to minimize electrical interference in a communication system between train stations, industrial media converters were used to connect RTUs and PLCs to Ethernet switches by fiber optic cable.... (View Full Article)
• Cellular Technology For Roadside VMS (Variable Message Signs) (Meters, Readouts and Indicators)
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  In an intelligent transportation system (ITS), variable message signs (VMS) with cellular technology can easily and inexpensively provide drivers with real-time information on about traffic... (View Full Article)
• Useful Enhancements for Serial-to-Fiber Conversion (Industrial Automation Services)
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  Serial-to-fiber converters generally provide physical layer media conversion between one serial port and one fiber port. As industrial networking applications increase in complexity, additional... (View Full Article)
• Alarm Control for Sewage Lift Station Monitoring Systems (Environmental Sensors)
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  Sewage lift stations are used in water treatment systems to pump runoff and wastewater from low-lying areas to higher ground. Learn how the ioLogik E2210 is being used in lift station monitoring... (View Full Article)
• Automatic Meter Reading for Centralized Power Monitoring (Meters, Readouts and Indicators)
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  In this case study, the client was building a skyscraper but had insufficient space to install serial communication wiring to connect the building's numerous power meters to the control room. Learn... (View Full Article)
• Real-time Wireless Monitoring for Rapid Transit Systems (RF, Microwave, and Wireless Components)
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  Security is an important issue in mass rapid transit systems due to the high volumes of passenger traffic involved. Learn how wireless technology can provide operators with real-time information to... (View Full Article)
• Cellular Backup Network for Security Systems (Communication IC)
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  Security and communications systems combine voice, data and video within a structured system that often includes access control. Learn how Moxa's cellular IP modems can provide network redundancy for... (View Full Article)
• Embedded Serial Boards for Process Control Systems (Computer Peripherals)
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  Process control systems are automatic platforms for a wide variety of industries to operate a plant more cost-effectively and efficiently. Learn how a leading European automobile manufacturer used... (View Full Article)
• The Secret Behind Wide Temperature Technology (Desktop Personal Computers)
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  Wide temperature technology has enabled system integrators to deploy industrial computers in a greater range of indoor and outdoor environments. In this article, learn how manufacturers develop... (View Full Article)
• Embedded Computers for Real-time Monitoring in the Mining Industry (Desktop Personal Computers)
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  One way to ensure safe operation in the mining industry is through remote monitoring and alarm systems that detect anomalies and trigger emergency alerts. Embedded computers play an essential role in... (View Full Article)
• Quality Inspection for TFT-LCD Manufacturing (Calibration and Testing Services)
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  Zero fault tolerance is necessary to achieve high quality and productivity in TFT-LCD manufacturing. Ruggedly designed multi-port USB-to-serial solutions have been proven effective for data... (View Full Article)
• Real-time Monitoring, Control, and Management for Oil Drilling Platforms (Networking Equipment)
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  The project involves creating systems that integrate real-time information from production facilities with asset data, and then transmitting the information to ONGC's corporate data center to manage... (View Full Article)
• Why Aren't You Using Gigabit Ethernet? (Desktop Personal Computers)
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  Remember when transmitting data at 300 bits per second over phone lines was considered state-of-the-art? These days, Fast Ethernet networks run over 300,000 times as fast, at 100,000,000 bits per... (View Full Article)
• Utility Monitoring System at International Airport (Networking Equipment)
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  At a new international airport terminal, the equipment that monitored different aspects of airport operation needed to be connected to a control room over different media interfaces including... (View Full Article)
• Optimize Your Remote Monitoring and Alarm System (Sensing and Measurement Instruments)
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  For large scale and remote applications, systems have become more distributed and rely heavily on Ethernet and IP-based networks. System integrators can optimize the deployment of their remote... (View Full Article)
• HazLoc Certifications in the Oil and Gas Industry (Networking Equipment)
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  Hazardous location (HazLoc) certifications for Ethernet devices may not seem like an obvious requirement for system integrators to consider at first. However, these products are increasingly being... (View Full Article)
• Using Embedded Computers as the Central Controller in an AFC System (Desktop Personal Computers)
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  Automated Fare Collection (AFC) systems are used in modern mass transit systems around the world to provide passengers with automated ticketing services. The major requirements for AFC systems are... (View Full Article)
• Redundant Communication for Power Dispatch Control (Industrial Automation Services)
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  There are 3 main segments in power automation: generation, transmission, and distribution. In most power distribution systems, control centers acquire data from the remote RTU via networks. Each... (View Full Article)
• Traffic Gate Control System For Major Tunnel Project (Networking Equipment)
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  Taiwan's Hsuehshan Tunnel is an engineering marvel. With a total span of 12.9 kilometers, it is the world's fifth longest tunnel, the longest in Southeast Asia, and the world's longest two-way tunnel.... (View Full Article)
• Selecting an Industrial Wireless Solution (RF, Microwave, and Wireless Components)
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  If you have been considering going wireless for your industrial application, you're not alone. With the explosive growth of wireless adoption in consumer and commercial sectors, industrial system... (View Full Article)
• Managing Your Solar Power System with Embedded Computers (Programmable Logic Devices)
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  Solar power is one of the hottest topics in the popular media today, particularly in light of the soaring prices of fossil fuels. As one of the so-called "renewable energies," which also include wind,... (View Full Article)
• Wireless Security with IEEE 802.11 (Networking Equipment)
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  If you're new to wireless, the first thing you should realize is that the signals you send and receive from a nearby access point are easily intercepted by anyone in the vicinity who has a wireless... (View Full Article)
• A Case Study in Industrial WiFi (Networking Equipment)
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  WiFi has become a popular choice for connecting industrial devices. It is a well-established, mature technology that offers close integration with existing Ethernet networks. However, the issues that... (View Full Article)
• Beginners Guide to Cellular Technology (Industrial and Engineering Software)
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  The use of cellular technology for industrial applications is on the rise, but it can be difficult to differentiate between all of the options, standards, and carriers. Before deciding on a cellular... (View Full Article)
• Better Fault Tolerance For Your PLC Network (Networking Equipment)
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  Suppose you are tasked with establishing a mission-critical device network that connects your front-line PLCs to your Ethernet-based management system. It's not PLC failure that worries you. What... (View Full Article)
• Cellular Technology for Remote Monitoring and Alarm Systems (Data Acquisition and Signal Conditioning)
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  For remote monitoring and alarm systems, cellular technology can offer the perfect balance of cost effectiveness and simplicity when establishing a connection to a control center. These basic tips can... (View Full Article)
• Communication Solutions for Automated Teller Machines (Desktop Personal Computers)
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  The ATM (Automated Teller Machine) revolutionized the banking industry over the last two decades by featuring cash anytime, anywhere. After 40 years of growth and advancement, ATMs are found almost... (View Full Article)
• Connecting Sensors Over Ethernet (Sensors, Transducers and Detectors)
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  Direct wiring methods are commonly used for simple on-off device control, where a circuit is either open or closed. A typical example would be the wiring used for a light switch. Likewise, digital... (View Full Article)
• Is Embedded Computing for You? (Desktop Personal Computers)
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  When you need to connect or control industrial devices, there are many choices available. Sometimes, it makes sense to connect devices directly to an industrial PC (IPC) equipped with a multiport... (View Full Article)
• Is Your Networking Device Tough Enough? (Networking Equipment)
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  Industrial-grade networking devices typically feature operating temperatures between 0° and 60°C (32° and 140°F), a rugged metal housing, and 6 to 8 KV ESD protection. Although these specifications... (View Full Article)
• Managing Modbus Response Timeouts (Desktop Personal Computers)
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  Modbus is the one of the world's most popular protocols for communication between industrial devices. Originally designed for serial interfaces, Modbus has been successfully adapted to Ethernet... (View Full Article)
• The Ethernet Checklist for Power Substations (Networking Equipment)
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  Ethernet technology is so ubiquitous, so versatile, and so cost effective that it is the preferred choice for communication networks in almost every industry in the world. However, commercial Ethernet... (View Full Article)
• The Future of PCIe in the Industrial Sector (Desktop Personal Computers)
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  Since its 2003 debut, PCI Express (PCIe) has replaced PCI and PCI-X as the expansion interface of choice for consumer market PCs. Although the older PCI specifications are still commonly used in the... (View Full Article)
• The State of Industrial Serial Communication (Industrial Automation Services)
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  RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485 have a long history in industrial automation. One of Moxa's most experienced engineers discusses the state of these legacy communication standards and how they are... (View Full Article)
• Wide Temperature Technology for Industrial Computers (Industrial Machine Safeguarding)
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  Wide temperature technology has enabled system integrators to deploy industrial computers in a greater range of indoor and outdoor environments. Find out how manufacturers develop computers suitable... (View Full Article)
• Device Networking for Windmill Turbine (Power Generation and Storage)
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  Windmill turbines contain many components that are connected to a PLC for communication and control with a host on the ground. The addition of a small device server can make it possible to manage the... (View Full Article)
• Embedded Computers for Integrated Railway Communication (Networking Equipment)
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  It is a major task to integrate independent local communication networks at different train stations. Embedded computers can be used as a front-end processor that collects data from the local... (View Full Article)
• Fiber Optic Media for Traffic Tunnel Devices (Fiber Optics)
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  The use of fiber optic lines is increasingly common for traffic automation, and some governments have even requested fiber-optic cabling for all public communication systems due to the medium's... (View Full Article)
• Laptop-to-Device Connections on Military Satellite Trucks (Computer Peripherals)
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  Communication equipment on a military satellite truck must be highly portable while providing seamless and reliable data transmission. The combination of a laptop and industrial USB-to-serial... (View Full Article)
• Private IP Networks and Changeable Message Signs (RF, Microwave, and Wireless Components)
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  Using cellular connections can be an easy and convenient way to manage changeable message signs, but the use of private IP addresses can be an issue. Many ISPs only offer private IP addresses to... (View Full Article)
• The Key to Extending Your Wireless Transmission Range (Networking Equipment)
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  Wireless LANs are great, but the current 802.11 standard can only take you so far. For example, it probably isn't a good idea to drag meters of wired connections across a dangerous minefield to... (View Full Article)
• Wireless LAN inCBTC systems (Communication IC)
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  Immediate train status updates and control are essential for Communication Based Train Control (CBTC), in order to prevent accidents due to exceptional conditions, such as sudden break downs and power... (View Full Article)