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Industrial automation

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Industrial automation

redundantsystem

Automation; Industrial automation

A system in which two or more devices actively control the outputs of a system. Each device in the system votes on every control decision.

commutator (mechanical)

Automation; Industrial automation

The commutator is a cylindrically shaped assembly that is fastened to the motor shaft and is considered part of the armature assembly. It consists of segments of “bars” that are electrically ...

value-added reselle (VAR)

Automation; Industrial automation

A company that acquires hardware and software in complete form and resells it to the public, adding value such as user support and service.

transmission line

Automation; Industrial automation

A system of one or more electrical conductors used to transmit electrical signals or power from one place to another.

adjustable speed

Automation; Industrial automation

The concept of varying the speed of a motor, either manually or automatically. The desired operating speed (set speed) is relatively constant regardless of load.

file

Automation; Industrial automation

A complete block of words or structures addressable as a unit.

point-to-point control system

Automation; Industrial automation

A system that controls motion only to reach a given end point, but exercises no path control during the transition from one end point to the next.

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