Title :
Smart transmitters-digital vs. analog
Author :
Wilson, Robert L.
Author_Institution :
Honeywell Inc., Fort Washington, PA, USA
Abstract :
The author defines smart transmitters, reviews the advantages of smart transmitters vs. conventional transmitters, and looks at key differences between competitive offerings. He also demonstrates the superiority and benefits of transmitters operating in the digital communications mode and considers the advantages of the coming International Field Bus Standard (SP50)
Keywords :
computerised instrumentation; telecommunications computing; transmitters; International Field Bus Standard; SP50; analogue transmitters; digital communications mode; digital transmitters; smart transmitters; Automatic control; Control systems; Costs; Distributed control; Electrical equipment industry; Industrial control; Microprocessors; Process control; Stability; Transmitters;
Conference_Titel :
Electrical Engineering Problems in the Rubber and Plastics Industries, 1989., IEEE Conference Record of 1989 Forty-First Annual Conference of
Conference_Location :
Akron, OH
DOI :
10.1109/RAPCON.1989.47717
