Monday, October 5, 2009

Programmable Logic Controllers, 4th Edition, 2006 by W. Bolton

Programmable Logic Controllers, 4th Edition, 2006 by W. Bolton
* * ** Publisher:* * Newnes
* * * Number Of Pages:* 304
* * * Publication Date:* 2006-08-30
* * * ISBN-10 / ASIN:* 0750681128
* * * ISBN-13 / EAN:* 9780750681124
* * * Binding:
* PaperbackProduct Description:
This is the introduction to PLCs for which baffled students, technicians and managers have been waiting. In this straightforward, easy-to-read guide, Bill Bolton has kept the jargon to a minimum, considered all the programming methods in the standard IEC 1131-3 - in particular ladder programming, and presented the subject in a way that is not device specific to ensure maximum applicability to courses in electronics and control systems.Now in its fourth edition, this best-selling text has been expanded with increased coverage of industrial systems and PLCs and more consideration has been given to IEC 1131-3 and all the programming methods in the standard. The new edition brings the book fully up to date with the current developments in PLCs, describing new and important applications such as PLC use in communications (e.g. Ethernet an extremely popular system), and safety in particular proprietary emergency stop relays (now appearing in practically every PLC based system).The coverage of commonly used PLCs has been increased, including the ever popular Allen Bradley PLCs, making this book an essential source of information both for professionals wishing to update their knowledge, as well as students who require a straight forward introduction to this area of control engineering.Having read this book, readers will be able to:* Identify the main design characteristics and internal architecture of PLCs* Describe and identify the characteristics of commonly used input and output devices* Explain the processing of inputs and outputs of PLCs* Describe communication links involved with control systems* Develop ladder programs for the logic functions AND, OR, NOT, NAND, NOT and XOR* Develop functional block, instruction list, structured text and sequential function chart programs* Develop programs using internal relays, timers, counters, shift registers, sequencers and data handling* Identify safety issues with PLC systems* Identify methods used for fault diagnosis, testing and debugging programsFully matched to the requirements of BTEC Higher Nationals, students are able to check their learning and understanding as they work through the text using the Problems section at the end of each chapter. Complete answers are provided in the back of the book.* Thoroughly practical introduction to PLC use and application - not device specific, ensuring relevance to a wide range of courses* New edition expanded with increased coverage of IEC 1131-3, industrial control scenarios and communications - an important aspect of PLC use* Problems included at the end of each chapter, with a complete set of answers given at the back of the book

Network Processor Design, Volume 3 By Mark A. Franklin, Patrick Crowley, Haldun

Network Processor Design, Volume 3: Issues and Practices, Volume 3 (The Morgan Kaufmann Series in Computer Architecture and Design) By Mark A. Franklin, Patrick Crowley, Haldun Hadimioglu, Peter Z. Onufryk

* * * Publisher:* Morgan Kaufmann
* * * Number Of Pages:* 336
* * * Publication Date:* 2005-02-01
* * * ISBN-10 / ASIN:* 0120884763
* * * ISBN-13 / EAN:* 9780120884766

* * * Binding:* Paperback
Product Description:
The past few years have seen significant change in the landscape of high-end network processing. In response to the formidable challenges facing this emerging field, the editors of this series set out to survey the latest research and practices in the design, programming, and use of network processors.

Through chapters on hardware, software, performance and modeling, Volume 3 illustrates the potential for new NP applications, helping to lay a theoretical foundation for the architecture, evaluation, and programming of networking processors.

Like Volume 2 of the series, Volume 3 further shifts the focus from achieving higher levels of packet processing performance to addressing other critical factors such as ease of programming, application developments, power, and performance prediction. In addition, Volume 3 emphasizes forward-looking, leading-edge research in the areas of architecture, tools and techniques, and applications such as high-speed intrusion detection and prevention system design, and the implementation of new interconnect standards.

*Investigates current applications of network processor technology at Intel; Infineon Technologies; and NetModule.

Presents current research in network processor design in three distinct areas:
*Architecture at Washington University, St. Louis; Oregon Health and Science University; University of Georgia; and North Carolina State University.
*Tools and Techniques at University of Texas, Austin; Academy of Sciences, China; University of Paderborn, Germany; and University of Massachusetts, Amherst.
*Applications at University of California, Berkeley; Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Spain; ETH Zurich, Switzerland; Georgia Institute of Technology; Vrije Universiteit, the Netherlands; and Universiteit Leiden, the Netherlands.
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Network Processor Design, Volume 2 By Mark A. Franklin, Patrick Crowley, Haldun

Network Processor Design, Volume 2: Issues and Practices, Volume 2 (The Morgan Kaufmann Series in Computer Architecture and Design) By Mark A. Franklin, Patrick Crowley, Haldun Hadimioglu, Peter Z. Onufryk* * * Publisher:* Morgan Kaufmann
* * * Number Of Pages:* 464
* * * Publication Date:* 2003-11-18
* * * ISBN-10 / ASIN:* 0121981576
* * * ISBN-13 / EAN:* 9780121981570
* * * Binding:* Paperback
Product Description:
Responding to ever-escalating requirements for performance, flexibility, and economy, the networking industry has opted to build products around network processors. To help meet the formidable challenges of this emerging field, the editors of this volume created the first Workshop on Network Processors, a forum for scientists and engineers to discuss latest research in the architecture, design, programming, and use of these devices. This series of volumes contains not only the results of the annual workshops but also specially commissioned material that highlights industry's latest network processors.

Like its predecessor volume, Network Processor Design: Principles and Practices, Volume 2 defines and advances the field of network processor design. Volume 2 contains 20 chapters written by the field's leading academic and industrial researchers, with topics ranging from architectures to programming models, from security to quality of service.

·Describes current research at UNC Chapel Hill, University of Massachusetts, George Mason University, UC Berkeley, UCLA, Washington University in St. Louis, Linköpings Universitet, IBM, Kayamba Inc., Network Associates, and University of Washington.


·Reports the latest applications of the technology at Intel, IBM, Agere, Motorola, AMCC, IDT, Teja, and Network Processing Forum.
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Dedicated Digital Processors: Methods in Hardware/Software Co-Design By F. Mayer

Dedicated Digital Processors: Methods in Hardware/Software Co-Design By F. MayerPublisher:* Wiley
* * * Number Of Pages:* 314
* * * Publication Date:* 2004-03-05
* * * ISBN-10 / ASIN:* 0470844442
* * * ISBN-13 / EAN:* 9780470844441
* * * Binding:* Hardcover
Product Description:
The recent evolution of digital technology has resulted in the design of digital processors with increasingly complex capabilities. The implementation of hardware/software co-design methodologies provides new opportunities for the development of low power, high speed DSPs and processor networks. Dedicated digital processors are digital processors with an application specific computational task.

Dedicated Digital Processors presents an integrated and accessible approach to digital processor design principles, processes, and implementations based upon the author's considerable experience in teaching digital systems design and digital signal processing. Emphasis is placed on presentation of hardware/software co-design methods, with examples and illustrations provided throughout the text. System-on-a-chip and embedded systems are described and examples of high speed real-time processing are given. Coverage of standard and emerging DSP architectures enable the reader to make an informed selection when undertaking their own designs.

* * * Presents readers with the elementary building blocks for the design of digital hardware systems and processor networks
* * * Provides a unique evaluation of standard DSP architectures whilst providing up-to-date information on the latest architectures, including the TI 55x and TigerSharc chip families and the Virtex FPGA (field-programmable gate array)

* * * Introduces the concepts and methodologies for describing and designing hardware
* * * VHDL is presented and used to illustrate the design of a simple processor
* * * A practical overview of hardware/software codesign with design techniques and considerations illustrated with examples of real-world designs

Fundamental reading for graduate and senior undergraduate students of computer and electronic engineering, and Practicing engineers developing DSP applications.
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An Embedded Software Primer By David E. Simon

An Embedded Software Primer By David E. Simon
Publisher:* Addison-Wesley Professional
* * * Number Of Pages:* 448
* * * Publication Date:* 1999-08-15
* * * ISBN-10 / ASIN:* 020161569X
* * * ISBN-13 / EAN:* 9780201615692
* * * Binding:* Paperback
Book Description:
An Embedded Software Primer is a clearly written, insightful manual for engineers interested in writing embedded-system software. The example-driven approach puts you on a fast track to understanding embedded-system programming and applying what you learn to your projects. This book will give you the necessary foundation to work confidently in this field.


Building on your basic knowledge of computer programming concepts, this book is right for you will help you to:

* Learn core principles and advanced techniques of embedded-system software.
* Find out what a real-time operating system (RTOS) does and how to use one effectively.
* Experiment with sample code and the (C/OS RTOS version 1.11 (on the accompanying CD).
* Apply what you learn, no matter which microprocessor or RTOS you use.

After reading this book, you will be able to tackle the challenges of embedded system programming and quickly reap the benefits of your new skills. Publisher:* Addison-Wesley Professional
* * * Number Of Pages:* 448
* * * Publication Date:* 1999-08-15
* * * ISBN-10 / ASIN:* 020161569X
* * * ISBN-13 / EAN:* 9780201615692
* * * Binding:* Paperback
Book Description:
An Embedded Software Primer is a clearly written, insightful manual for engineers interested in writing embedded-system software. The example-driven approach puts you on a fast track to understanding embedded-system programming and applying what you learn to your projects. This book will give you the necessary foundation to work confidently in this field.


Building on your basic knowledge of computer programming concepts, this book is right for you will help you to:

* Learn core principles and advanced techniques of embedded-system software.
* Find out what a real-time operating system (RTOS) does and how to use one effectively.
* Experiment with sample code and the (C/OS RTOS version 1.11 (on the accompanying CD).
* Apply what you learn, no matter which microprocessor or RTOS you use.

After reading this book, you will be able to tackle the challenges of embedded system programming and quickly reap the benefits of your new skills.
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