Apparatus and method for wireless process control

Details Apparatus and method for wireless process control Apparatus and method for wireless process control

2006-01-03

2008-09-09

Pham, Thomas K (Department: 2121)

Data processing: generic control systems or specific application

Generic control system, apparatus or process

Sequential or selective

C700S086000, C717S136000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07424328

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus includes a programmable logic controller capable of receiving input data from and/or providing output data to at least one device in a process control system. The programmable logic controller is also capable of executing compiled code. The apparatus also includes a memory capable of storing source code corresponding to the compiled code. In addition, the apparatus includes a processor capable of storing the source code in the memory. The apparatus may further include a wireless radio capable of communicating over a wireless network. In particular embodiments, the programmable logic controller and the processor may form a single functional unit. In other embodiments, the processor and memory may operate in place of the programmable logic controller.

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