Title :
Technology ´89: industrial electronics
Abstract :
Advances in industrial electronics during 1988 are examined. Significant developments included the increased use of networking in computer-integrated manufacturing; increased use of embedded 32-bit microprocessors; faster, more flexible support ICs for these microprocessors; and several large acquisitions and consolidations that changed the competitive profile of the market for industrial electronics.<>
Keywords :
CAD/CAM; integrated circuit technology; microcomputer applications; CIM; embedded microprocessors; industrial electronics; support ICs; Automatic control; Computer aided manufacturing; Computer integrated manufacturing; Computer network management; Computerized monitoring; Databases; Industrial electronics; Manufacturing automation; Process control; Production facilities;
Journal_Title :
Spectrum, IEEE
