Patent ID: 8401677
Filing Date: 2013-03-19
Classification: G05B

Abstract:
1. A method for automated programming of a control device for a machine, comprising the steps of: obtaining a component that is required to program the control device, wherein said component is called up from a data collection; storing the component in a memory device; processing the component; integrating the processed component in the control device; calling up the component from a data collection via an Internet; outputting working instructions specific for the component to a user, wherein said working instructions comprise a series of method steps for integrating the component in the control device by the user, and wherein said working instructions are adapted to be called up via the Internet; carrying out said series of method steps of said working instructions for integration of the component by using auxiliary means selected from the group consisting of Internet technology, scripts, and an automation interface; providing at least one instruction for each component, said at least one instruction being tailored to the component; and providing information selected form the group consisting of programs, graphics, and videos with the individual components.