The newly developed 24V adapter boards as interface to the PLC are pre-assembled in the learning factory and are connected to the PLC via terminals. The program was created on the basis of a Siemens S7-1500 (for details, see “Downloads” on this page). This enables the tracing and visibility of the current status of the workpieces in the machining process.ControlThe learning factory 4.0 24V is controlled by a PLC (brand independant, not included in the scope of delivery) and has a completely written example program (as structured text, ST) included in the delivery. The individual workpieces are tracked by NFC (Near Field Communication): Each workpiece is assigned a unique identification number (ID).

The camera sees the entire system through the vertical and horizontal swivel range and can thus be used for web-based remote monitoring. After delivery of raw material, storage takes place in the high-bay warehouse and after ordering in the dashboard, the workpieces run through the respective factory modules and the current status is immediately visible in the dashboard.The integrated environmental sensor reports values on temperature, humidity, air pressure and air quality. The simulation shows the ordering process, the production process and the delivery process in digitized and networked process steps.FabrikabbildThe learning factory consists of the factory modules for storage and removal station, vacuum suction gripper, high-bay warehouse, multi-processing station with kiln, a sorting line with color recognition, an environmental sensor and a swiveling camera.

The fischertechnik learning environment is used to learn and understand industrial 4.0 applications in vocational school and training as well as for research, teaching and development at universities, in companies and IT departments. EDU fischertechnik Learning factory 4.0, 24 V.

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