Should Connectivity Solutions Support Backwards Compatibility?

Apr 28 2025

What is the difference between control and connectivity? What if factory and process control customers demand a backwards compatible solution, even if a feature is rarely used? The wide range of connectivity solutions within factory and process control applications all have inherent advantages and IEEE compliance is key. From RS-232 to Ethernet to the Edge, all communication protocols have a common goal to ensure a reliable connection. If this connection fails, understanding the implications of downtime, power consumption, and returning to a safe state are key. In looking at industry macro trends, leading semi-conductor suppliers are continuing to develop new products to address many of these concerns in unique ways. This talk proposes reconfigurable I/O as a solution which allows for a more efficient customer development and life cycle process. This maintains connection to the past with an eye to the future.

Should Connectivity Solutions Support Backwards Compatibility?

Apr 28 2025

What is the difference between control and connectivity? What if factory and process control customers demand a backwards compatible solution, even if a feature is rarely used? The wide range of connectivity solutions within factory and process control applications all have inherent advantages and IEEE compliance is key. From RS-232 to Ethernet to the Edge, all communication protocols have a common goal to ensure a reliable connection. If this connection fails, understanding the implications of downtime, power consumption, and returning to a safe state are key. In looking at industry macro trends, leading semi-conductor suppliers are continuing to develop new products to address many of these concerns in unique ways. This talk proposes reconfigurable I/O as a solution which allows for a more efficient customer development and life cycle process. This maintains connection to the past with an eye to the future.