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Programmable controller with parallel processors

Patent ·
OSTI ID:5346256
This patent describes a programmable controller for operating a machine to carry out a plurality of programmed functions. It comprises: a plurality of processor means each one for simultaneously executing a separate user control program that directs the programmable controller to operate the machine to perform a specific function. Each of the processor means having means for receiving communications from the other processor means to control the execution of its user control program; a means for storing a plurality of user control programs. Each user control program designated for execution on one of the processor means; and means for interconnecting the plurality of processory means and the storing means.
Assignee:
Allen-Bradley Co., Inc., Milwaukee, WI
Patent Number(s):
US 4858101
Application Number:
PPN: US 7089587A
OSTI ID:
5346256
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English