Programmable Logic Controllers
Programmable Logic Controllers
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ISBN: 9780073373843
Author: Frank D. Petruzella
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
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Programmable Logic Controller (PLC):

  • Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) is a specialized computer used in industrial segments to control machines and process.
  • PLC is program that consists of a set of instructions which resembles the controlling functions needed to perform specific tasks.
  • The function of PLC is similar to that of a relay and hence, in an industrial segment a relay is greatly replaced by a suitable PLC.
  • When compared to general Personal Computer (PC), a PLC is available in small and tiny sizes.
  • The basic architecture of a PLC consists of an input-output interface module and a small Central Processing Unit (CPU) that runs by controlling programming language.

Math instruction:

  • Math instructions refer to all output instructions that uses the data of two words or registers and perform the desired function.
  • Math instructions are program based on the type of processor used.
  • The data manipulation instructions are almost similar to math instructions.
  • The math instruction allows the PLC to take more of conventional computer qualities.
  • Math instructions are normally used to perform arithmetic functions on the values stored in memory words or registers.

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