Implementation of DeviceNet Communication Driver Prototypes and Electronic Data Sheets (EDS) for Analog and Discrete Industrial Sensors

The development of DeviceNet communication drivers and their electronic data sheets (EDS) for configuring them in automation software applications are proposed. In this regard, Common Industrial Protocol (CIP) Standard established by ODVA is reviewed, and a commercial DeviceNet network is analyzed in order to define hardware and software requirements for implementing the proposed drivers. Then, prototypes for discrete as well as analog sensors are implemented; their EDS files are developed too. After, the implemented drivers are integrated in a commercial DeviceNet network for validating their performance by monitoring their operation through RSNetWorx for DeviceNet. The developed prototypes and their EDS files shown a proper operation according to proposed aims. Therefore, by this work, the basis for the development of DeviceNet communication drivers for sensors were established.