Distributed Cross-Direction Control System Based on CAN-Bus

A distributed cross-direction control system based on CAN-bus was designed to solve the large-scale cross-direction control problem for paper machine. Multiple Master-Slave CAN networks were constructed in parallel to coordinate and control multiple array actuators, and the Ethernet/CAN converter was used to connect the monitoring station with the field intelligent actuators. The monitoring station accesses measured data and field data via OPC technology. A CAN application layer protocol and corresponding underlying communication software were designed according to the characteristics of the cross-direction control processes. Finally, the feasibility and reliability of the system were verified with practical applications.