programmable automation controller

  • 1Programmable automation controller — A programmable automation controller (PAC) is a compact controller that combines the features and capabilities of a PC based control system with that of a typical programmable logic controller (PLC). Therefore, the PAC features not only… …

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  • 2Programmable logic controller — A programmable logic controller (PLC) or programmable controller is a digital computer used for automation of industrial processes, such as control of machinery on factory assembly lines. PLCs are used in many different industries and machines… …

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  • 3programmable logic controller — noun A programmable electronic device used in industrial automation to provide logic and sequencing controls for machinery …

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  • 4Programmable controller — may be: * Programmable logic controller * Programmable automation controller * Programmable Interrupt Controller * Universal remote …

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  • 5Automation — (ancient Greek: = self dictated ), roboticization or industrial automation or numerical control is the use of control systems such as computers to control industrial machinery and processes, reducing the need for human intervention. [cite web url …

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  • 6automation — /aw teuh may sheuhn/, n. 1. the technique, method, or system of operating or controlling a process by highly automatic means, as by electronic devices, reducing human intervention to a minimum. 2. a mechanical device, operated electronically,… …

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  • 7GE Fanuc Automation — Infobox Company name = GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms type = Private (subsidiary of General Electric) foundation = Charlottesville, Virginia (1987) founder = location city = Charlottesville, Virginia location country = USA key people = Maryrose… …

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  • 8Topic outline of automation — For a more comprehensive list, see the List of automation topics. Automation (including roboticization, industrial automation and computer numerical control), is the use of control systems such as computers to control industrial machinery and… …

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  • 9Outline of automation — The following outline is provided as an overview of and topical guide to automation: Automation – use of control systems and information technologies to reduce the need for human work in the production of goods and services. In the scope of… …

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  • 10Building automation — can also refer to Build automation, the practice of programmatically compiling software programs. A Building Automation System (BAS) is an example of a Distributed control system. Building automation describes the functionality provided by the… …

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