Parking Cars Simulator PLC Programming Part 1

Automated car parking is a great way to learn PLC programming. It is easily understood how this system is to function and operates. The 3D graphics on the machine simulator are good for visually seeing this interaction between the PLC and the virtual machine. Using the five steps to PLC programming development, we will determine what must be done, look at the inputs and outputs, develop the sequence of operation, program the automated car parking, and test our program. We will be programming with the free Do-More Designer PLC software. The program will use a sequencing method to demonstrate how the logic can be implemented. Bit manipulation will also be done using the encode and move bit instructions. Each vehicle location on the different levels will have to be addressed so that we know if that spot is empty or occupied. The EasyPLC machine simulator is part of the EasyPLC Software Suite. This package is an excellent way to learn PLC programming without the worry of damaging equipment. The Easy machine simulator will communicate Modbus TCP with the Do-More Designer PLC simulator. This part will review the first three steps of PLC program development using the parking cars simulator. Let's get started. More information can be obtained on our website. This includes all of the links mentioned in this video. https://accautomation.ca/parking-cars-simulator-plc-programming-part-1/ 00:00 PLC Programming - A Tutorial for Beginners 01:42 Define the task: (Step 1 – Parking Cars Simulator) 04:46 Define the Inputs and Outputs: (Step 2 – Parking Cars Simulator) 10:34 Develop a logical sequence of operation: (Step 3 – Parking Cars Simulator) The EasyPLC Software Suite Series can be found here... https://accautomation.ca/series/easyplc-software-suite/ Some previous posts include the following: EasyPLC Installing the Software https://accautomation.ca/easyplc-installing-the-software/ https://youtu.be/EbWS_elbI2w EasyPLC Quick Start Software Suite