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 Catching the Process Fieldbus: An Introduction to PROFIBUS written by James Powell P.Eng. and Henry Vandelinde Ph.D.
The authors take the multidimensional, occasionally confusing mixture of fieldbuses, software packages, and media that defines industrial communications and make it accessible. James Powell, PS2 Communications Product Manager comments: " My intent was not to write the definitive and comprehensive handbook on PROFIBUS. There are others who are far more qualified than I to undertake that task. I wanted to show that when industrial communications is understood and then installed with forethought and care, network operation can be both beneficial and painless." To that end, the book is designed to speak to the beginner, to take that interested newbie by the hand and guide him/her through the bus route to communication success. However, this is not a how-to manual. Rather, think of it as a primer laying the groundwork for communication design, providing information for the curious to explore and motivation for the dedicated to go further. Jörg Freitag, Chairman of PROFIBUS International enthuses, "the book is an excellent appetizer - a great introduction to the world of PROFIBUS." |
 Going the Distance: Solids Level Measurement written by Tim Little and Henry Vandelinde Ph.D.
From industry newcomers through to experienced veterans in the field of process instrumentation, Going the Distance: Solids Level Measurement with Radar by Tim Little and Henry Vandelinde, Ph.D (2010) is a comprehensive guide to radar level measurement for solids that is both detailed and approachable. Beginning with a brief history of solids level measurement, the book covers topics such as frequency and performance, installation of radar devices, and connection to communications networks. Also included is a helpful guide on process intelligence troubleshooting. Explanatory diagrams accompany the text, along with a collection of interesting – and often humorous – anecdotes gathered over author Tim Little’s career in the level measurement industry. Get up close and personal with the latest innovative leap in radar level measurement for solids: the new 78 GHz SITRANS LR560 transmitter. The book describes in detail its plug-and-play simplicity, long-range capacity, and measurement reliability; readers are given a unique behind-the-scenes look at the development of this groundbreaking transmitter. |
