By using a Virtual CAN Bus, we separate the control task from other tasks. The distributed embedded control system can be developed using standard CAN Controllers and transceivers in a traditional way with well proven tools.
Other tasks such as encryption, transmitter authentication, re-flashing, etc. can be developed by experts in these fields and carried out by using other protocols. With modern technology, the different tasks can run in parallel and simultaneously communicate on the same physical layer.
It is a great advantage to separate the control problems from other problems. The control problem can be solved once and for all by the control experts and other problems by experts in their respective technology fields.
Kvaser DIN Rail S020-X10 Analog is an optional add-on module to the Kvaser DIN Rail SE400S-X10 base module. With four analog inputs and four outputs, this IP20-rated module is thermal, reverse-polarity protected and surge power supply protected. The input voltage range is fixed (between 0 and 10V), and resolution is 12 bits. A power LED displays the state of the module.
