EtherCAT Master
RT-LAB supports connection to EtherCAT modules via an EtherCAT Master Simulator using an EtherCAT Master I/O based on the SOEM library (Simple Open EtherCAT Master). Users can have several masters running in the same model/machine as long as they are not part of the same EtherCAT network. This setup enables flexible EtherCAT Master implementation for real-time simulation and testing.
About EtherCAT Master
EtherCAT (Ethernet for Control Automation Technology) is an Ethernet-based fieldbus system, invented by Beckhoff Automation. The protocol is standardized in IEC 61158 and is suitable for both hard and soft real-time computing requirements in automation technology.
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What Is the EtherCAT Master Simulator in RT-LAB?
The EtherCAT Master Simulator in RT-LAB enables users to simulate real-time EtherCAT networks using an EtherCAT Master I/O based on the SOEM library. It supports testing and validation of control systems in complex automation environments.
How Does RT-LAB Support EtherCAT Master Implementation?
RT-LAB supports EtherCAT Master implementation through seamless integration with EtherCAT Master hardware and software. It allows multiple EtherCAT Masters to run within the same model or machine, provided they operate on different EtherCAT networks.
Can I Run Multiple EtherCAT Masters in a Single Simulation?
Yes, RT-LAB allows users to run several EtherCAT Master Controllers in one model or machine, as long as each EtherCAT Master is connected to a separate EtherCAT network, enhancing flexibility and scalability.
What Hardware Is Required for Using the EtherCAT Master with RT-LAB?
The EtherCAT Master hardware supported by RT-LAB connects via the EtherCAT Master I/O using the SOEM library. This enables high-performance, real-time communication suitable for various control applications.
Is EtherCAT Master Software Included with the RT-LAB Platform?
RT-LAB includes EtherCAT Master software capabilities through its SOEM-based interface, enabling full EtherCAT Master implementation for testing and validation within real-time simulation environments.
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