Connectivity

Connectivity

Connectivity

Connectivity is the ability of electronic devices to connect. This is divided into two areas. On the one hand, it is about the functionality of an entire network, on the other hand, the term describes the ability of an individual device to dial into a network. Interfaces are responsible for connectivity. An interface is the part of a system that is responsible for communicating with other systems and their interfaces. Good connectivity is only given if all interfaces can communicate with each other in real time if possible.

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Prerequisites for use

Interoperability of the systems

For good connectivity of different devices in a network, it is essential that the interfaces can communicate with each other. This requires the interoperability of the different interfaces in which data migration takes place. If the interfaces are not compatible with each other, customised IT solutions can remedy the situation.

Regional experts

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Michael Bühren

  • Industry 4.0 technologies in practical application
  • Simulation and virtualisation
  • Robotics with MRK capabilities
  • Data acquisition using OPC UA
  • Data and image processing using machine learning
  • Michael.Buehren@w-hs.de

Best Practices

Universalautomation.org
The non-profit organisation Universalautomation.org is committed to the standardised interoperability of automated systems.
https://universalautomation.org/