In industrial automation, simulation is extensively used during the engineering phases, but only rarely during the operational phase. The simulation of a manufacturing system in parallel to its operation, with the simulation system integrated into the mechatronic system, is known as online simulation and is beneficial for system monitoring, diagnosis, predictive analyses, decision support or online optimization. This paper focuses on the implementation of real-time online simulation at field level, reusing virtual commissioning simulation models. Main architectural aspects are the integration of the simulation system towards a control system and the management of the data distribution within a multi-functional edge device or control system. An exemplary realization in the form of a demonstrator is presented, showcasing the successful implementation of an online simulation using a comprehensive virtual commissioning model of a servo drive. The findings of this research contribute to the aim of using extended virtual commissioning simulation models in the operation phase of manufacturing systems and can be seen as indication for further realizations of online simulation systems.
Real-Time Online Simulation at Field Level in Industrial Automation
ARENA2036
Stuttgart Conference on Automotive Production ; 2024 ; Stuttgart, Germany November 21, 2024 - November 22, 2024
Advances in Automotive Production Technology – Digital Product Development and Manufacturing ; Chapter : 8 ; 88-103
2025-06-20
16 pages
Article/Chapter (Book)
Electronic Resource
English
RAvE - Real-time Automation Networks in moving industrial Environments : Schlussbericht
TIBKAT | 2011
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