Title :
Smart networks for control
Author_Institution :
Echelon Corp., Palo Alto, CA, USA
fDate :
6/1/1994 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
Control networks move small packets of data to a large set of nodes, so as to integrate and automate everything from home appliances to entire factories. This is due to the use of embedded microprocessors. The author discusses the control net architecture, network topology and the fast response of the network.<>
Keywords :
building management systems; distributed processing; intelligent control; protocols; automation; control net architecture; data transmission; embedded microprocessors; entire factories; fast response; home appliances; network topology; smart control networks; Actuators; Automatic control; Computer aided manufacturing; Computer networks; Control systems; Fires; Intelligent sensors; Local area networks; Manufacturing processes; Microprocessors;
Journal_Title :
Spectrum, IEEE
