WO2024068899A1 - Verfahren zur computer-gestützten bereitstellung einer anpassungsspezifikation für eine elektrotechnische installationstechnik - Google Patents
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- the present invention relates to a method for the computer-aided provision of an adaptation specification for an electrical installation technology.
- the invention also relates to a computer program and a device for this purpose.
- the subject of the invention is in particular a method for the computer-aided provision of an adaptation specification for an electrical installation technology, and preferably for at least one machine component such as devices and/or an electrical sensor system and/or actuator system in a machine and/or for an electrical engineering system, preferably an automation system .
- connection modules At least one or more connection modules
- “Electrical technical installation technology” refers in particular to (and includes in particular) measures for installation and/or maintenance, in particular maintenance and/or expansion and/or networking and/or new creation and/or replanning of such a machine, in particular electrical system. Its particular aim is to ensure safe and efficient energy and/or signal distribution in the machine, preferably the electrical system, and the specified functionality of the machine.
- the machine can be designed as a (real) electrical engineering system, which can therefore have various components and one or more control units in a spatially distributed and decentralized manner.
- the control units can e.g. B. include at least one PLC (programmable logic controller) and / or at least one industrial computer.
- the control unit or at least one of the control units can also be referred to or designed as a central control device.
- the components can also be referred to as machine components and include, for example, electrical components such as actuators and sensors.
- the sensors can be designed to record states or measured values of the machine (or system), such as. B. temperature, pressure or speed.
- the actuators can be designed to produce a mechanical effect.
- the actuators can include, for example, motors, pumps and/or valves. Furthermore, the actuators can be controlled by the at least one control unit and the sensors can be evaluated by the at least one control unit. To make this possible, the at least one control unit and the machine components can be connected to one another via distribution modules. A communication network such as a fieldbus or an Industrial Ethernet or the like can also be provided to connect at least part of the at least one control unit and/or the distribution modules and/or possibly also the machine components. Furthermore, operating and monitoring systems can be provided, which e.g. B. include interfaces such as touchscreens or display instruments that provide the operator with information and enable control inputs.
- monitoring components and protective devices can also be provided that safely shut down the machine (or system) or put it into a safe state in the event of malfunctions or dangerous situations. This enables the machine and especially an automation system to carry out processes in an automated, efficient, repeatable and high-precision manner.
- the method according to the invention can comprise, according to a first method step, determining a measure specification.
- the measure specification can specify a user-defined measure in which at least one part of the machine is changed and/or supplemented and/or replaced in order to maintain a machine, and/or which is intended to maintain and/or supplement and/or restore a functionality of the machine.
- the action specification can therefore be, for example, a user input in which a desired action by an operator is technically specified.
- the method according to the invention can comprise, according to a further method step, an evaluation of a machine specification, wherein the machine specification specifies at least one structure of the machine.
- the evaluation can thereby automatically identify at least one adaptation to the machine based on the structure, which is necessary for carrying out the user-defined measure, preferably in order to maintain and/or restore the functionality of the machine.
- the method according to the invention can comprise generating the adaptation specification on the basis of the evaluation carried out, wherein the adaptation specification specifies the at least one identified adaptation.
- the method according to the invention can include providing the adaptation specification for maintaining the machine.
- the process steps can be carried out one after the other and/or repeatedly and e.g. B. can be initiated by a user entering the measure specification.
- the method can have the advantage that maintenance of the machine is simplified and improved with the aid of a computer.
- an automatic adaptation can be proposed for an existing machine (with an existing topology) that is necessary or useful for a maintenance measure.
- the adaptation specification can be provided with the aid of a computer by a data processing device (data processing device) carrying out the aforementioned method steps at least partially or completely.
- the method according to the invention can therefore also be implemented using a computer.
- Computer-aided means in particular that when an operator performs an activity on the real machine, the activity is supported by at least one data processing device such as a computer.
- the adaptation specification can e.g. B. generated on the basis of digital processing by the at least one data processing device and output to the operator.
- the output can be done, for example, visually via a display means such as a screen and/or acoustically via a loudspeaker.
- the adjustment specification may include textual information that clearly specifies to the operator what type of adjustment and/or how the adjustment has to be made. Accordingly, the customization specification can contain at least one of the following information:
- a type of adaptation e.g. a replacement of a machine component and/or a change of at least one connection and/or a change and/or a replacement of at least one distribution module
- An activity on the machine intended for adaptation e.g. switching off a machine component and/or assembling cables and/or ordering spare parts
- a location of the adjustment e.g. a position and/or a segment of the machine,
- a time and/or a period of time for the adjustment to be carried out e.g. to determine a maintenance period
- a specification of at least one component required for the adaptation e.g. a spare part and/or at least one distribution module.
- the measure specification can also contain at least one of the following information:
- One type of measure e.g. B. an exchange of a machine component and/or a change of at least one connection and/or a maintenance work and/or a preservation and/or an addition and/or a restoration of a functionality of the machine,
- a location of the measure e.g. a location and/or a segment of the machine, A time and/or a duration of execution of the measure, A specification of at least one component required for the measure, preferably a machine component, e.g. a spare part,
- the measure specification can z. B. obtained by means of a user input and/or from an output of a predictive maintenance system or the like. Receiving the action specification from a predictive maintenance system makes it possible to carry out the action in the form of maintenance work on the machine or system based on automated forecasts.
- the adaptation specification may specify the identified adaptation, where the adaptation may, for example, be an adaptation of a programming for the control device and/or of input and output addresses and/or an adaptation of the spare part.
- the adaptation of the spare part can occur, for example, if a spare part specified in the measure specification is not available. Accordingly, the adaptation specification can then specify an alternative spare part. At least two situations can occur:
- the spare part specified according to the action specification is a spare part of the same type as the spare part specified according to the adaptation specification, but has a different technical specification (e.g. requirements of the spare part regarding single-channel or double-channel configuration and/or Requirements regarding power requirements or the like). Further adjustments to the machine can then be determined, such as: B. the installation and/or replacement of at least one distribution module that supports the corresponding requirement. For example, an existing distribution module on the machine that supports single-channel must be replaced with one that supports double-channel in order to be able to use the adapted spare part.
- the spare part specified in the action specification is a spare part of a different type than the spare part specified in the adaptation specification.
- the spare part specified in the action specification may be a light barrier that needs to be replaced. If the evaluation determines that this spare part is not available, another type of spare part may be considered. Therefore, the evaluation may also determine an adaptation that provides for another type of spare part, e.g. a mechanical and/or a reed switch and/or an ultrasonic proximity sensor as an alternative spare part. This may result in further adaptations being necessary to use the alternative spare part. These may also be specified by the adaptation specification.
- a machine specification can be provided.
- the machine specification can specify a structure of the machine in digital form, e.g. B. by means of at least one circuit diagram and/or a mechanical connection diagram and/or an electrical connection diagram, which can each be available digitally in a data memory and/or can be part of the machine specification.
- identifiers such as resource identification and/or article numbers and/or manufacturer numbers and/or serial numbers of the components used in the machine may also be available and/or evaluated based on the machine specification.
- the information mentioned specifies the structure accordingly and can be used can be used to automatically identify, through the evaluation, the at least one adjustment to the machine that is necessary to carry out the user-defined measure in order to maintain and/or restore the functionality of the machine.
- the automated evaluation can include, for example, at least one of the following actions:
- Testing the alternative machine component for the measure e.g. by simulating the functionality of the machine when using the alternative machine component and/or by comparing the technical specifications of the specified and the alternative machine component in order to determine the suitability and/or evaluation of the alternative machine component,
- the evaluation of the machine specification includes the following step, which is carried out automatically by an analysis program:
- Analyzing the machine with regard to its topology which can be at least partially implemented decentrally, for this purpose machine components and/or distribution modules of the machine and their connections and/or functions are preferably evaluated and/or simulated segment by segment and/or iteratively based on the machine specification, wherein the topology is preferably specified by the machine specification with regard to an arrangement of the distribution modules, which are provided for the decentralized connection of the machine components to a control device in order to electrically and electrically control the machine components on the basis of control commands which are transmitted from the control device to the distribution modules via a fieldbus / or to control and/or evaluate signals in terms of signaling, wherein the adaptation specification preferably specifies a change in the topology and/or at least one of the machine components and/or at least one of the distribution modules in order to enable the user-defined measure to be carried out, wherein the measure specification preferably specifies an exchange of at least one of the machine components, especially if the machine component to be replaced is in a defective condition.
- the analysis program can e.g. B. include a rule-based algorithm to automatically evaluate various adjustments.
- a simulation of the functionality of the machine can be carried out by the analysis program, which checks what effect the adjustments have on the functionality.
- a suitability and/or evaluation of the respective adaptation can be determined.
- this enables the analysis program to define the adaptation as the identified adaptation which leads to the highest rating and/or suitability.
- the machine specification may include an installation specification which includes a digitized electrical circuit diagram and/or a digitized mechanical construction plan of the machine in order to specify the structure of the machine at least at the time of installation and/or at a later modification time of the machine.
- the machine specification may include machine control information in order to specify the functionality of the machine at least at the time of installation and/or at the later modification time.
- the at least one identified adaptation may include an adaptation of the machine control information.
- the machine control information may include and/or specify at least one of the following information: a program and/or commands and/or input and output parameters such as addresses and/or a specification of connections, each for controlling at least one machine component and/or at least one distribution module.
- the machine control information may specify the specific data, instructions and/or parameters required to control a workflow or a process in a machine or system.
- the machine control information may, for example, be for a central control device such as a They are used in a programmable logic controller (PLC) and comprise sequences of commands and logic that are coded in a special (particularly PLC) program.
- PLC programmable logic controller
- the logics are, for example, control logics written in a language that the PLC can understand (e.g. AWL, FLIP, KOP). These logics define how the machine should react to certain inputs or states.
- the input and output parameters can define the use of interfaces to the machine components and/or distribution modules.
- the machine control information defines which connection (i.e. which connections and/or which communication network and/or which addresses) the inputs are received and/or the outputs are sent via.
- the machine control information is therefore dependent on a specific structure of the machine, which can be changed if necessary by the identified adaptation.
- the identified adaptation includes an adaptation of the machine control information to take this change into account while ensuring the functionality of the machine.
- the provision of the adaptation specification includes at least the following step:
- Output of adapted machine control information preferably in the form of a machine control file and/or a configuration file, preferably based on an IO Device Description and/or GSD Markup Language structure, and/or a sensor configuration
- the at least one identified adaptation preferably comprises an adaptation of device addresses and/or device identifiers and/or input and output addresses of the machine control information, preferably for controlling at least one machine component by a central control device, particularly preferably PLC.
- the machine control information especially in the form of control or configuration files, can thus include detailed information and/or parameters in order to reliably control and configure machines and systems. Standardized formats such as the IO Device Description (IO-DD) and the GSD Markup Language (GSDML) are particularly important here.
- the IO-DD characterizes the properties and capabilities of IO devices, such as sensors and actuators, in a standardized manner, thus facilitating their integration into control systems.
- GSDML an XML-based language, describes, for example, device properties for PROFINET systems. It is often used by The information is provided to device manufacturers and can then be used for the installation and maintenance of the machine.
- the machine control information can include at least one sensor configuration file. This can specify specific settings for a sensor so that its correct function in the machine is guaranteed. The machine control information can therefore significantly simplify and optimize the installation and commissioning of machine components in the machine.
- provision of the adaptation specification includes at least the following step:
- the step-by-step instructions can be output, for example, through an output device, e.g. visually through a screen and/or acoustically through a loudspeaker and/or by means of augmented reality.
- the instructions can, for example, include several instructions, in particular at least one of the following:
- Inspection instructions (“Check the connection arrangement”)
- Installation instructions (“Disconnect any physical connections or connectors leading to the machine component”, “Follow the specific instructions displayed by the computer to perform the actual maintenance procedure”)
- step-by-step instructions can also include control and/or evaluation of at least one machine component. This can be used to give an operator clues for the instructions (e.g. a light bulb from ports light up when a cable is to be connected to them) or to check that the instructions are correctly implemented (e.g. by means of a connection test).
- the adaptation specification is provided by outputting an adapted digitized circuit diagram and/or construction plan, preferably based on an ECAD or MCAD structure, and/or a connection configuration for the machine.
- the adaptation of the mentioned specifications such as the circuit diagram and/or construction plan and/or the ECAD (Electronic Computer-Aided Design) or MCAD (Electronic Computer-Aided Design) structure and/or the connection configuration can be done, for example, by at least one of the following steps computer-aided:
- Importing the specification e.g. by importing a file
- a component library e.g. B. an ECAD or MCAD library
- the adaptation specification can be provided, for example, by providing the adapted specification and/or updated documentation visually and/or digitally and/or acoustically and/or physically (e.g. as a paper printout).
- the evaluation is carried out on the basis of a rule-based algorithm and/or a simulation of the machine in order to analyze individual parts of the machine depending on the user-defined measure with regard to the at least one identified adjustment.
- the simulation can e.g. B. in the form of an ECAD or MCAD
- Simulation tool and/or a simulation tool based on it can be used.
- the simulation can also be used to determine the electrical course and/or that Behavior of the components and/or a mechanical load and/or an electrical load (such as energy consumption and heat generation) are analyzed.
- an automatic check is carried out, in which the maintenance and / or addition and / or restoration of the functionality and preferably compliance with technical specifications in the event of the user-defined measure being carried out on the machine is checked, preferably on a basis a simulation of the user-defined measure and the at least one identified adjustment.
- the evaluation may also include the following steps:
- the spare parts can be specified and read out, for example, by a manufacturer and/or serial and/or article and/or part number.
- other information such as technical specification and/or compatibility with other components and/or availability (such as an available number) and/or cost information can also be provided. This enables a suitable spare part to be reliably identified.
- Determining an actual structure of the machine preferably by determining the electrical machine components actually installed on the machine and/or their topology.
- the actual structure and in particular the actual topology differs from the originally planned and therefore possibly from the machine specification. It can therefore make sense to automatically determine the current structure of the machine and, if necessary, update the machine specification on this basis.
- the evaluation of the updated machine specification then makes it possible to reliably determine the need for adjustments to the measure in the actual structure.
- the determination can also include reading out and/or querying the electrical components actually installed on the machine and their topology.
- identifiers can be used to determine the actual structure of the machine components and/or determined based on the real machine.
- a communication network can be used to receive signals from the components and/or the distribution modules, which provide an indication of the identity of the components or distribution modules and/or their interconnection and thus the topology. If components cannot be read out directly via the communication network, e.g. B. in the case of actuators such as motors, information about the identity of the components and topology can be obtained via the distribution modules.
- an automatic optimization of the evaluation is carried out on the basis of user-defined criteria, wherein the user-defined criteria comprise at least one of the following: a framework for the user-defined measure, at least one user-defined preference for an application purpose of the machine, a predetermined maximum installation time for a spare part and/or an additional part for the machine, a technical effort and/or a complexity according to which the evaluation is optimized, a component availability according to which the evaluation is optimized, a manufacturer's specification for additional parts which are installed on the machine as part of the user-defined measure.
- the user-defined criteria comprise at least one of the following: a framework for the user-defined measure, at least one user-defined preference for an application purpose of the machine, a predetermined maximum installation time for a spare part and/or an additional part for the machine, a technical effort and/or a complexity according to which the evaluation is optimized, a component availability according to which the evaluation is optimized, a manufacturer's specification for additional parts which are installed on the machine as part of the user-defined measure.
- the machine specification specifies a topology of several distribution modules of the machine, which are preferably divided into an active and passive type, the active distribution modules, in contrast to the passive distribution modules, being connected to a central control device via a data connection in order to to control machine components connected to the distribution modules on the basis of the data connection, whereby the type of distribution modules can be taken into account in the evaluation, so that the at least one identified adaptation includes at least one of the following adaptations: a change in the addressing of the machine components via the data connection, a selection of the type for a distribution module to be included in the machine, a selection of a number of connections for a distribution module to be included in the machine, a selection of cables and / or adapters and / or distributors for the machine, a selection of the type for a in the Machine-accommodating distribution module depending on machine components to be connected to it, in particular electrical components, preferably depending on at least one requirement of a sensor system and/or actuator system.
- the requirement can, for example, include a requirement for a connection, such as the requirement that at least one of the following connections must be present on a component: lOLink, data, signal, analog, digital, M5, M8, M12, port, class A, class B, Di (digital input), Do (digital output), DIO (digital input/output).
- the requirement can also specify a requirement for at least one electrical property, e.g. a power requirement.
- lOLink can be a connection for using the standardized IO technology, which in particular enables communication with sensors and actuators.
- Data connections can be provided for exchanging information, which is in particular in digital or analog form. Accordingly, a signal connection can enable an input and/or output of an analog or digital signal.
- M8 and M12 can be designed as connector types that are used in particular in industrial automation.
- Class A specifically a port with lower power requirements
- Class B specifically a port with higher power requirements
- Di Digital Input
- Do Digital Output
- a DIO Digital Input/Output connection
- a further advantage within the scope of the invention can be achieved if the machine is controlled and/or constructed and/or adapted on the basis of the adaptation specification provided.
- the invention also relates to a device for data processing, comprising means for carrying out the steps of the method according to the invention.
- the device according to the invention therefore brings with it the same advantages as have been described in detail with reference to a method according to the invention.
- the invention also relates to a computer program, in particular a computer program product, comprising commands which, when the computer program is executed by a computer, cause it to carry out the method according to the invention.
- the computer program according to the invention thus brings with it the same advantages as have been described in detail with reference to a method according to the invention.
- a data processing device for example the device according to the invention, which executes the computer program can be provided as the computer.
- the computer can have at least one processor for executing the computer program.
- a non-volatile data memory can also be provided in which the computer program is stored and from which the computer program can be read by the processor for execution.
- the computer comprises at least one integrated circuit such as a microprocessor or an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) or an application-specific standard product (ASSP) or a digital signal processor (DSP) or a field programmable gate array (FPGA) or the like.
- the computer can also have at least one interface for data exchange, e.g. an Ethernet interface or an interface for LAN (Local Area Network) or WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) or System-on-a-Chip (SoC) or another radio interface such as Bluetooth or near-field communication (NFC).
- the computer can be designed as one or more control units, i.e. also as a system of control units.
- the computer can also be provided in a cloud and/or as a server, for example, in order to provide data processing for a local application via the interface. It is also possible for the computer to be designed as a mobile device, such as a smartphone.
- the invention may also include a computer-readable storage medium which includes the computer program according to the invention.
- the storage medium is designed, for example, as a data storage such as a hard drive and/or a non-volatile memory and/or a memory card.
- the storage medium can e.g. B. be integrated into the computer.
- the method according to the invention can also be implemented as a computer-implemented method.
- Fig. 1 A central connection in a machine using a control cabinet.
- Fig. 2 A decentralized circuit according to exemplary embodiments of the invention.
- Fig. 3 A schematic representation to visualize a method, a
- a central interconnection by means of a control cabinet 9 is shown schematically in order to contrast this with a decentralized interconnection by means of spatially decentrally arranged electrical modules 3, 4 of a machine 10 in Fig. 2.
- the modules 3, 4 can include different types of distribution module 30.
- the modules 3, 4 are divided into an active and passive type of distribution module 30.
- the active distribution modules 30 can be connected to the central control device 20 via a data connection 50 in order to control machine components 40 connected to the distribution modules 30 on the basis of the data connection 50.
- passive distribution modules 30, in contrast to the active distribution modules 30, can provide the connection between the control device 20 and the devices 5 in a “hard-wired” manner.
- the machine components 40 can include devices 5 such as sensors and actuators. Instead of connecting all devices 5 directly to the control cabinet 9, as shown in FIG. 1, in the decentralized connection in FIG. 2, several modules 4 can be used as at least a partial replacement for the control cabinet. Like the control cabinet 9, these enable the devices 5 to be coupled to the control device 20 such as a PLC. However, the modules 4 can be provided in a decentralized and distributed manner near the devices 5. The individual modules 4 thus only partially interconnect the devices 5, whereby the modules 4, optionally via one and/or more hubs 6, can carry out the entire interconnection together.
- a master module 3 can be connected upstream of several of the individual modules 4. It is also possible for the interconnection to be further subdivided by means of at least one hub 6.
- 3 illustrates, according to exemplary embodiments of the invention, a method 100 for the computer-aided provision of an adaptation specification for an electrical installation technology, and preferably for an electrical sensor system and/or actuator system in a machine 10, in particular for an electrical engineering system 10, preferably an automation system.
- 3 also shows a device 1 and a computer program 2 according to embodiment variants of the invention, which can be provided for carrying out the method 100.
- Maintaining electrical automation technology is a complex task. This applies to centralized control cabinet concepts as well as decentralized concepts in which control modules are attached directly to the systems. The corresponding processes are carried out by different people, such as system planners, electrical planners, installers, system programmers, etc. Changing the machine involves a lot of effort and requires precise knowledge of the functional relationships of the machine so that the existing functionality can be maintained. When replacing defective parts, spare parts of the same type are therefore usually used.
- a major challenge here is the adaptation and addition of an existing machine, particularly for the purpose of maintenance. It is possible that faulty parts of the machine need to be replaced or that the machine needs to be functionally supplemented or improved. To do this, new parts must be connected to the machine in such a way that the existing requirements are met and functionality is maintained. In particular, if the structure of the machine has been changed after the initial installation and/or if spare parts are poorly available, it may also be necessary to make further adjustments to the machine in addition to a maintenance measure in order to enable the maintenance measure to be carried out in such a way that existing or new requirements are met. The identification of such an adjustment can be supported automatically by the method 100 according to embodiments of the invention.
- a measure specification is first determined for this purpose.
- the measure specification can specify a user-defined measure in which at least a part of the machine 10 is changed and/or supplemented and/or replaced in order to maintain the machine 10.
- the measure can be intended to maintain and/or supplement and/or restore a functionality of the machine 10.
- an evaluation of a machine specification can be provided.
- the machine specification may specify at least a structure of the machine 10.
- the evaluation 102 can use the structure to automatically identify at least one adjustment to the machine 10 that is necessary to carry out the user-defined measure in order to maintain and/or restore the functionality of the machine 10.
- the adaptation specification can be generated on the basis of the evaluation 102 carried out, wherein the adaptation specification specifies the at least one identified adaptation. Then, according to a fourth method step 104, the adaptation specification can be provided for the maintenance of the machine 10.
- the adaptation specification may propose an adaptation measure to be carried out in addition to the maintenance measure (maintenance measure) in order to further optimize the maintenance of the machine and/or to ensure technical feasibility due to requirements resulting from modified components and/or components and/or availability of spare parts has arisen.
- the automation of the process for maintaining a machine 10 makes things much easier for the installer and ensures the optimal system design.
- a machine specification e.g. by reading in mCAD data and/or eCAD data, and if necessary by reading out the electrical components currently installed on the machine and their topology
- the method 100 can independently recognize necessary adjustments and, if necessary, make them step by step. support the installation of a spare part. This can include, for example, instructions on which electrical components should be connected to one another and in which order this connection should take place.
- the quick and error-free creation of a machine control file for adapting the programming of a control device 20 and a parts list for the automation technology used can also be possible on the basis of the machine specification and preferably an automatically generated topology. Carrying out simulations can also make it possible to maintain the functionality of the machine 10 even if the topology has to be changed or if no spare parts of the same type are available. Suggestions for changing the topology can be made automatically.
- a concrete example is the replacement of a light barrier.
- the spare part must correspond to the type that was planned in the original planning.
- a different part a different light barrier or a different type of detector
- a replacement with a spare part of a different type requires a lot of planning effort and very good knowledge of the machine 10.
- the method 100 enables this process to be automated. For example, a different light barrier or even a different type of sensor can be proposed to replace the light barrier to be replaced and thus an adaptation for maintenance can be specified.
- mechanical and/or electrical properties of the spare part can be specified as an adaptation specification.
- a digitally recorded topology can be used to evaluate whether and how the topology must be adapted so that the functionality of the machine 10 is retained after the replacement. To do this, the evaluation takes into account, for example, the requirements of the spare part with regard to a single-channel or double-channel configuration.
- different distributors i.e. distributor modules
- distributor modules that can support single or double channels can be selected or exchanged as an adaptation.
- the use of a T-piece can also allow the connection of two sensors to one port as an adaptation.
- A/D converters could be included in the topology as a further adaptation.
- the pin assignment could also be adapted if necessary. Adapters could be used to solve compatibility problems or to extend functionality. Furthermore, ports could be programmed as both input and output to provide flexibility. increase. This can also be part of an adjustment. A safety port could also be added as a further adjustment to ensure the safety of the system. In addition, the power consumption of the electrical system may need to be adjusted. For example, a different power supply could be used or an additional power supply could be installed to cover a higher energy demand or to increase the reliability of the power supply.
- the computer program 2 shown in Fig. 3 can also include an analysis program that enables the automatic execution of the evaluation 102 of the machine specification.
- the machine 10 can be analyzed with regard to its topology.
- the topology can at least partially have the decentralized topology illustrated in Fig. 2.
- the machine components 40 and/or the distribution modules 30 of the machine 10 and their connections and/or functions can be evaluated and/or simulated preferably segment-by-segment and/or iteratively based on the machine specification.
- exemplary segments 70 are shown with a dashed rectangle.
- the segments 70 can include functionally and/or spatially related parts of the machine 10.
- the distribution modules 30 can enable the machine components 40 to be controlled and/or evaluated electrically and/or in terms of signals based on control commands which are transmitted from the control device 20 to the distribution modules 30 via a fieldbus 50.
- this requires knowledge of the topology of the distribution modules 30, as illustrated, for example, in FIG. 2. Therefore, the topology regarding the arrangement of the distribution modules 30 can be specified by the machine specification.
- the machine specification also includes an installation specification, which includes a digitized electrical circuit diagram and/or a digitized mechanical construction plan of the machine 10 in order to specify the structure of the machine 10 at least at the time of installation and/or at a later time of modification of the machine 10.
- the machine specification may include machine control information to specify the functionality of the machine 10 at least at the time of installation and/or at the later time of modification.
- the adaptation specification can specify at least one adaptation such as a change in the topology and/or a change in at least one of the machine components 40 and/or at least one of the distribution modules 30 in order to enable the user-defined measure to be carried out.
- the measure can, for example, consist in replacing a defective machine component 4 or adding a function to the machine 10. Such measures are often not without any further adjustments to the machine 10. The necessary and particularly optimal adjustments can be specified by the adjustment specification.
- the adaptation specification can be provided. This is to be understood in particular as meaning that a user is informed which adaptation has to be made. This can include step-by-step instructions for the user to carry out the user-defined measure, taking into account the identified adaptations.
- connections and/or a sequence of connections a series connection of the devices and/or an indication of the connections for the connections of at least one machine component 40 can be specified in order to carry out the adaptation.
- a location of the adaptation is specified, e.g. by specifying the segment 70 of the machine 10 in which the adaptation is to be carried out (see Fig. 2).
- the sequence and/or the series connection can be necessary in order to meet the technical requirements such as space and power requirements.
- the adaptation according to the adaptation specification can, for example, be necessary in order to take these requirements into account automatically.
- Machine component motor, sensor
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