INtime-compatible EtherCAT master 'RSI-ECAT'

◆ Advantech Co., Ltd. Booth Number: W20-21 We will showcase the multi-platform "Cherry Pie," which enables real-time control application development using C/C++ language, ladder language (LD), function block language (FBD), and Python. Developers can utilize their preferred programming languages to create real-time control applications. Additionally, we will hold presentations at the Advantech booth on April 8, April 9, and April 10, starting at 13:00. 【Theme】 Real-time OS "INtime" that transforms a PC into a control controller ~ Control, coexistence with Windows, industrial communication, IT collaboration ~ ◆ Hagiwara Solutions Co., Ltd. Booth Number: W26-40 We will demonstrate a three-axis synchronization of servo motors using the industrial PC 'CaptureVision' and the industrial real-time OS 'INtime' from Hagiwara Solutions. The PC and servo are connected via EtherCAT. This demonstration showcases three motors operating in time synchronization through EtherCAT's Distributed Clocks (DC).

In recent times, there are concerns about a global semiconductor shortage once again due to the explosive spread of generative AI. MicroNet Corporation proposes new measures to address the "procurement risks" in industrial system development. This column points out the vulnerabilities of the traditional "distributed system (a configuration that separates hardware by function)." As a solution, it explains the effectiveness of "software integration," which consolidates functions onto a single PC using the real-time OS "INtime." Reducing the number of components and establishing a development system that does not rely on specific hardware serves as a strong defense against delivery delays and rising prices. We encourage you to read this as a hint for building systems that are not affected by procurement difficulties. [Column] Redefining "Procurement Risks" in Industrial System Development https://www.mnc.co.jp/tech_colmun_20260107.htm

At the Osaka-Kansai Expo, the "K.L.V" (Kinetic Light Vision) displayed at the Shiga Prefecture booth in the Kansai Pavilion won the Gold Award in the Entertainment Space category of the "Japan Spatial Design Award 2025." For "K.L.V," our control controller was used to manage the translucent acrylic spheres suspended by wires. The control controller achieved control of 450 motors connected via EtherCAT at a cycle of 4 milliseconds. There is an actual video in the related links section. https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000026058.html

The industrial PC "Tiny Edge PC3 (Model: BXC-TNY3)" manufactured by Hagiwara Solutions has completed the operational evaluation of the real-time OS "INtime" and is now INtime Ready. For more details, please visit the following pages. PC Evaluation Page... This page includes measurement results for real-time performance and EtherCAT operational performance. https://www.mnc.co.jp/INtime/PC_Eval_report.html Pre-installed PC Page... This page introduces PCs that are sold with the real-time OS pre-installed. https://www.mnc.co.jp/SI/preinstallpc.htm About INtime Ready https://www.mnc.co.jp/INtime/INtimeReady.htm