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Advanced Embedded Technology Systems
Annual Meeting, Institute of
Industrial Engineers, Montreal,
June 2, 2014
Martin M. Stein, D.Sc.
[email protected]
617-755-1960
Webinar Summary
 This webinar will review recent developments in Human
Machine Interface technology (HMI) that enables real time
monitoring of industrial processes and communication of
KPI’s to management.
 The use of specialized software also is discussed so that
these machine output measures are converted into a data
base and real time management reports of factors such as
downtime and equipment performance.
 Applications for utilization of hand held devices, the cloud
and other innovations will also be presented.
 Finally, a framework for evaluating innovative technology is
proposed to create a systematic process for implementation
of these new technological advances.
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Executive Summary
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World Class companies have created stretch
goals for management of machine data on a
real-time basis.
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These goals can contribute to market share
expansion and create a significant competitive
advantage.
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Advanced Embedded Technology Systems can be
configured to provide a customized solution for
your company! This customized approach will
help your company achieve this competitive
advantage!
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Automotive Industry
 Driver Assistance
 Infotainment
 Electric Cars
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Broadcast Industry
 Head-end: video transport, video over IP, and
 Studio: post-production, capture, cameras,
conversion, router, and others
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Professional audio or video: video conferencing or
telepresence, Ethernet , digital signage
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Digital cinema: projectors, video processing, etc.
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Computer Applications
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Computer and storage technology is evolving rapidly. Today, cloud
computing is enabling the consolidation of traditional IT functions with
entirely new capabilities. For example, many large-scale data centers are
now providing traditional IT services along with new data analytics services.
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Hence, these large-scale data centers require highly efficient server and
storage systems. Traditional CPU technology limits performance, as the use
of frequency scaling as a way to increase performance has ended. The end
of frequency scaling has caused a shift to multicore processing. However,
multicore processing has diminishing returns in terms of increasing true
application performance due to limits in I/O and memory bandwidth.
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New acceleration technologies exist to enable higher speed data processing
by providing customized high-bandwidth, low-latency connections to
network and storage systems. In addition, these provide compression, data
filtering, and algorithmic acceleration.
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Also, there are acceleration solutions for computer and storage systems.
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Consumer
 Applications
 Digital Television
 DVD Players/Recorders
 Video Displays/Projectors
 Home Networking
 Portable Entertainment
 Touch Screen
 Home Appliance
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Consumer Electronics (Cont’d)
 The rapidly evolving consumer electronics market offers an
ever widening array of amazing new products, including flat
panel displays, portable media players, and home
networking products.
 They are dramatically improving every year by continually
adding features.
 This fast evolution puts tremendous competitive time
pressure on consumer electronic manufacturers for products
with the latest technology.
 Using low-cost programmable logic and improved storage
disks enables a fast, risk-free path to high volume and helps
you handle nearly continuous change while still maintaining
project deadlines
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Industrial
 Industrial Applications Functional Safety
 PLCs
 Industrial Ethernet
 Machine Vision
 Motor/Motion Control
 Smart Energy
 Video Surveillance
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Medical
 Medical End Market Diagnostic Imaging
 Electromedical
 Cardiac Management
 Life Science
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Military
 Applications Secure Communication
 Radar and Sensors
 Electronic Warfare
 COTS Board Partners
 Guidance and Control
 Military DSP
 ITAR
 SWaP
 DO-254
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Definition of HMI
(Human Machine Interface) The user
interface in a manufacturing or process
control system. It provides a graphicsbased visualization of an industrial control
and monitoring system. Previously called
an "MMI" (man machine interface), an HMI
typically resides in an office-based
Windows computer that communicates
with a specialized computer in the plant
such as a programmable automation
controller (PAC), programmable logic
controller (PLC) or distributed control
system (DCS). Contrast with OI. See PAC,
PLC, DCS, GUI and user interface.
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Operator Interface
 A low-level graphical interface to a specialized
computer on the plant floor such as a
programmable automation controller (PAC),
programmable logic controller (PLC) or distributed
control system (DCS). Typically built into a
ruggedized terminal for shop floor use, it provides
a remote interface to the push buttons, switches
and gauges found on the equipment itself. An OI
does not offer the rich graphics and flexibility as do
Windows and Mac-based interfaces. Contrast with
HMI. See PAC, PLC and DCS.
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Key Features and Benefits
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Remote access to machine data enables real time
management of maintenance and efficient
operation of equipment in the process industries.
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Panel to mobile to iPad and iCloud conversion of
machine status is now enabling several
companies to upgrade service, improve quality
and reduce costs.
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Case studies exist in the consumer product,
marine, medical and home automation industries.
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Advanced Embedded Technology System:
Definition
 Utilizes innovative approach for configuration of on
the shelf panels, software and interface to create a
customized solution.
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Integration of information and communication
systems is an enabler that provides additional
capability and functionality.
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Management of information remotely aids in the
decision making process and provides for timely
support and intervention where necessary.
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Example of a Proposed Project: Overview
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Initial Design Workshop: Review technical
specifications.
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Executive interviews will be conducted to align
expectations and create a consensus project
objective. A briefing that summarizes results of
workshop and interviews will be held for
executives.
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Design of Prototype
Demonstration of Prototype and Field Pilot
Volume Production and Roll Out
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Relevant Technical Advances
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Mobile App-A unique system for access of panel
data remotely with an investment of hundreds of
man years and patented architecture.
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Glass touch panel screen can be deployed in
harsh environments and is multi touch capable.
 Design studio software to facilitate and expedite
customized applications.
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A growing network of technical expertise and
support personnel.
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Mobile Project
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Dynamic Graphics with Multimedia Options
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Web Options
Web-Server
©
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Application Areas
Marine
Oil and gas
Outdoor Automation
Mobile Systems/Automotive
Food and beverage
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Users/Factory Benefits
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Access to information resolves problems quickly and
reduces downtime
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Collected knowledge of suppliers, services and end
users provided in one place
 Clear and concise information provided in uniform
manner
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Directed searches makes it easy to find data
Promotes closer interaction with product suppliers,
sales and service companies
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Evaluation of alternative technologies and potential
applications
Workshop:
Interviews
Assessment
Prioritize Existing
and potential
applications
Specific
process
related
requirements
Functional
Requirements
Analysis
• For each
•Advantages
process
•Disadvantages
Alternative
Technologies:
• HMI
Business case
Prototype:
• Productivity Benefits
• Technology
• Costs
• Process
• Competitive Advantage
• Proof of Concept
•Mobile App
•Automation
•Robotics
•Intangibles
Select
Technologies
Pilot
Next Steps:
 Contact Information: [email protected] for
additional details and to schedule in-depth
discussions and demonstration.

Detailed set of technical slides available on
request.
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