Interface to a programmable logic controller

Details Interface to a programmable logic controller Interface to a programmable logic controller

2006-06-13

2006-06-13

Knight, Anthony (Department: 2121)

Data processing: generic control systems or specific application

Generic control system, apparatus or process

Having operator control interface

C700S017000, C700S019000, C700S020000, C700S067000, C709S217000, C709S218000, C709S219000, C709S230000, C709S250000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07062335

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus is provided for accessing, controlling and monitoring a programable logic controller with a network client having a conventional web browser. The apparatus includes an archive, an interface, and a library. The archive provides for compiling an application written in code supported by the web browser. The interface is responsive to the application for establishing a connection between the controller and the network client. Further, the library is responsive to the application for supporting communication between the controller and the network client upon establishing a connection therebetween.

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