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Simplifying application transfer.


GE Fanuc Automation's (www.gefanuc.com) Portable Program Device (PPD (1) (Parallel Presence Detect) The method used by earlier SIMM memory modules to communicate their capacity to the computer. A binary number coming from a parallel set of pins was read by the system, with each pin representing one bit. Contrast with SPD. ) stores PLC applications without the need for a PC. PPD allows users to easily upload and download controller configuration and logic to/from any USB memory See USB drive.  stick using a USB USB
 in full Universal Serial Bus

Type of serial bus that allows peripheral devices (disks, modems, printers, digitizers, data gloves, etc.) to be easily connected to a computer.
 connection by connecting directly to the communications port of the controller, paving the way for application programs to be emailed or directly on a memory stick, saving time and money.

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Title Annotation:OBJECTS OF INTEREST
Publication:Automotive Design & Production
Date:Aug 1, 2007
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