THAP019

Title: THAP019

Overview: THAP019 is a research article that discusses the Experimental Physics and Industrial Control System (EPICS) Channel Archiver, a toolset designed for EPICS periodic sampling. This toolset is used for historical data logging and taking snapshots of data across many channels at a specific point in time. The article introduces the components of the Channel Archiver, provides updated performance measurements, and reviews operational experience with the toolset.

Research Question: The main research question addressed in this article is how effective and efficient the Channel Archiver is in collecting and managing real-time data from EPICS CA servers.

Methodology: The article outlines the different components of the Channel Archiver, including the sampling engine, command line data maintenance and export tools, CGI export tool, graphical data browsers for Microsoft Win32 and Unix operating systems, and a scripting interface. It also discusses the tools' data export options and interfaces with other programming languages like Matlab.

Results: The article presents updated performance measurements for the Channel Archiver, showing that it can collect and manage real-time data from EPICS CA servers effectively and efficiently. It also reviews operational experience with the toolset, indicating that it is user-friendly and system-independent, making it a valuable tool for data logging and management.

Implications: The implications of this research are significant for the EPICS community. The Channel Archiver provides a robust and flexible toolset for collecting and managing real-time data, making it easier for researchers to analyze and interpret their data. Furthermore, the scripting interface with languages like Matlab allows for more complex data analysis and visualization, enhancing the overall research process.

Link to Article: https://arxiv.org/abs/0110066v1 Authors: arXiv ID: 0110066v1