

Author: Piggin Richard Young Ken McLaughlin Richard
Publisher: Emerald Group Publishing Ltd
ISSN: 0144-5154
Source: Assembly Automation, Vol.19, Iss.4, 1999-04, pp. : 286-289
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Abstract
This paper reviews current and proposed fieldbus standards that affect Europe. Relevant technologies and the formation of standards are shown. The initial goal of a single global standard and the recognition of a number of emerging de facto standards are discussed, as is the potential future standardisation of fieldbus technology.
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