Networked intelligent motor-control systems

Author

Blair, David D. ; Jensen, David L. ; Doan, Daniel R. ; Kim, Tim K.

Volume

7

Issue

6

fYear

2001

Firstpage

18

Lastpage

25

Abstract

The integration of intelligent devices, device-level networks and software into motor control systems can deliver improved diagnostics, early warnings for increased system reliability, design flexibility and simplified wiring. Remote access to motor control information also affords an opportunity for reduced exposure to hazardous voltages and improved personnel safety during startup and troubleshooting. This article explores the communication cable requirements, intelligent devices and software required to integrate these new technologies into motor control systems. It also reviews the issues, changes in thinking and advantages that were found during the installation and startup of a plant system

Keywords

computer networks; electric motors; industrial control; industrial plants; intelligent control; machine control; power engineering computing; telecontrol; control software; design flexibility; device-level networks; hazardous voltages; industrial plants; installation; intelligent devices; networked intelligent motor control systems; personnel safety; remote control; simplified wiring; startup; system reliability; troubleshooting; Communication system control; Costs; Electric variables control; Electrical safety; Intelligent networks; Intelligent systems; Personnel; Solid state circuits; Voltage; Wiring;

fLanguage

English

Journal_Title

Industry Applications Magazine, IEEE

Publisher

ieee

ISSN

1077-2618

Type

jour

DOI

10.1109/2943.959112

Filename

959112