For users, ctrlX IOT means significant improvements in connectivity. This is made possible thanks to local archiving and various secure, established protocols for data collection. With numerous direct connection options and communication standards, the IoT software apps offer optimum flexibility for connecting different devices. They fit easily into existing and future systems.
Because security is a key requirement in the Internet of Things, ctrlX IOT aims to provide comprehensive protection. With its control system ctrlX CORE, Bosch Rexroth offers an integrated all-in-one network appliance. ctrlX IOT has fully-integrated IT security standards for access control and remote maintenance. Access can be monitored on a permanent basis and secure network communication can thus be ensured. The software is IEC 62443 certified and has a TPM 2.0 chip.
Engineering is also simplified by ctrlX IOT. The option of configuring and managing various apps via a web interface significantly reduces the engineering effort for data connection. Guided configuration dialogs are used to perform the set-up quickly and intuitively – without the need for programming. End users too can set up or change data connections quickly at the click of a mouse.
Thanks to the open and flexible architecture, ctrlX IOT can be used drive- or control-based. Peripherals can be connected easily via EtherCAT-Master as an automation bus.
Via the ctrlX OS Store, Bosch Rexroth offers its own IoT solutions as well as applications from third-party providers as apps. Thanks to these apps, the functions of the control solution ctrlX CORE can be configured as necessary. Suitable apps are available for every use case: ctrlX CORE functions not only as a machine control system – it is also a secure and intelligent gateway solution. With its open design and numerous interfaces, the control system is also suitable for brownfield use in order to add IoT connectivity and functions to existing machines and systems.
With ctrlX AUTOMATION, Bosch Rexroth has focused on IT security and involves hardware and software equally. The platform, which is certified according to IEC 62443, is based on the Linux Ubuntu Core operating system as the most secure form of Embedded Linux for devices and connected edge devices. All apps are encapsulated in sandboxes by default and thus ensure maximum protection at all times. These apps are unchangeable thanks to digital signatures, which helps to protect them against manipulation.
Reliable, tested updates provide additional security. If an update leads to problems, the previous version can easily be restored through a rollback. A real time core which is maintained by Bosch Rexroth itself has been added to the Ubuntu Core operating system. Long-term security updates are also available.
In Industry 4.0 environments it is important that the devices which are used for connectivity purposes offer suitable security mechanisms.
The control system ctrlX CORE is “secure by default” and thus offers security and flexibility when integrating data into existing IT production systems. Users can securely deploy the device from the very first minute and connect it safely to other systems and the IoT without any configuration being required.
When it comes to security, good advice is important. As part of ctrlX SERVICES, Bosch Rexroth offers “IT Security Consulting”, a comprehensive package of consultancy services for machines, systems and facilities. Experts produce individual weakness, risk and threat analyses as well as security concepts for machines or components. These are geared individually to the needs of customers.
In PLC & IoT applications, own process know-how can be easily integrated with ctrlX AUTOMATION. Customers benefit from the openness of the system, the security and the free choice of programming languages. The automation toolkit can be used in a wide variety of IoT & PLC applications, such as building automation.
Further application examples:
General Motion Control, Performance Motion Control, Manufacturing, Smart Energy
In PLC & IoT applications, own process know-how can be easily integrated with ctrlX AUTOMATION. Customers benefit from the openness of the system, the security and the free choice of programming languages. The automation toolkit can be used in a wide variety of IoT & PLC applications, such as building automation.
Further application examples:
General Motion Control, Performance Motion Control, Manufacturing, Smart Energy
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