From Moxa Inc.
As more and more data acquisition communication travels over the Internet and into the cloud, new considerations are emerging for businesses who demand industrial automation systems that are efficient, reliable, and cost effective. This month, we discuss how technology is adapting to meet the challenges facing remote data acquisition over widely distributed and less secure networks.
Products & Services
I/O Modules and Instruments
Data acquisition I/O devices have both input and output functionality. Digital or discrete I/O modules include on-off signals used in communication, user interface, or control.
Data Acquisition
Data acquisition is the digitizing and processing of multiple sensor or signal inputs for the purpose of monitoring, analyzing and/or controlling systems and processes. Signal conditioning includes the amplification, filtering, converting, and other processes required to make sensor output suitable for rereading by computer boards.
Data Input Modules
Data input modules accept sensor and other signal output for data acquisition systems. They may include signal conditioning prior to the analog-to-digital conversion stage.
Data Output Modules
Data output modules or cards transfer amplified, conditioned, or digitized signals.
Topics of Interest
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