Title :
A comparison of industrial communications networks
Author :
Middaugh, Kevin M.
Author_Institution :
Reliance Electr. Co., Cleveland, OH, USA
Abstract :
The fundamental characteristics of industrial local area networks are introduced, and how these characteristics effect each application is reviewed. The author identifies which type of network is best suited for different control applications
Keywords :
local area networks; LAN; application; industrial communications networks; local area networks; Communication industry; Communication networks; Communication system control; Control systems; Electrical equipment industry; Intelligent networks; Local area networks; Metals industry; Network topology; Switches;
Journal_Title :
Industry Applications, IEEE Transactions on
