Can System Engineering: From Theory to Practical Applications - Hardcover

Lawrenz, Wolfhard

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0387949399 ISBN 13: 9780387949390

Publisher: Springer-Verlag New York Inc., 2007

Synopsis

A comprehensive account of how controller area networks can be designed and applied in a wide variety of industrial settings. Beginning with the basic theory of industrial control systems, the book provides simple examples of networked systems. Then step by step, readers are shown how to apply CAN systems and how to test them. It covers: CAN chip implementations, CAN chip programming, CAN hardware design, CAN system testing and wiring, and CAN applications. The author is a widely recognised expert in this technology with extensive experience in companies ranging from Intel, Motorola, and IBM through to Volkswagen and Bosch. He provides examples from industries such as textiles, elevators, milling machines, excavators, and dental chairs.

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Synopsis

Industrial engineers increasingly make use of microprocessors to monitor and control industrial processes. This book provides a comprehensive account of how CAN (controller area network) can be designed and applied in a wide variety of industrial settings. It covers thoroughly: CAN chip implementations, CAN chip programming, CAN hardware design, CAN system testing and wiring, and CAN applications. Beginning with the basic theory of industrial control systems, the book provides simple examples of networked systems. Then step-by-step, readers are shown how to apply CAN systems and how to test them.

Edition details

• Publisher: Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
• Publication date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0387949399
• ISBN 13: 9780387949390
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 470