System Design Considerations when Using Computer-Independent Hardware

There is a need for industrial control system designs to be less dependent upon the implementation and source of the various elements within the system, including the control computer. However, a number of system design considerations confront the user of computer-independent industrial control hardware. Various software implications and organizational considerations are discussed, along with hardware organization parameters. Solutions to various software and system problems are proposed by applying the computer automated measurement and control (CAMAC) digital interface standard.