WEAP027

Title: WEAP027

Research Question: How can PC distributed I/O be integrated into Argonne's ATLAS control system?

Methodology: The researchers used the commercial product Vsystem, which is capable of distributed I/O processing. They integrated the PC distributed I/O into the ATLAS control system, which consists of a CAMAC (Computer Automated Measurement And Control) subsystem and an Ethernet LAN.

Results: The integration of PC distributed I/O into the ATLAS control system was successful. The researchers were able to use relatively inexpensive PC hardware and software to process distributed I/O.

Implications: The successful integration of PC distributed I/O into the ATLAS control system has several implications. First, it demonstrates that the Vsystem software package can be used effectively for distributed I/O processing. Second, it shows that the CAMAC subsystem can be linked to PC distributed I/O, which could potentially lead to cost savings and increased efficiency. Finally, the successful integration of PC distributed I/O into the ATLAS control system could serve as a model for other control systems that are looking to upgrade or improve their I/O processing capabilities.

Link to Article: https://arxiv.org/abs/0111017v1 Authors: arXiv ID: 0111017v1