A SCADA system gathers information, such as where a leak on a pipeline has occurred, transfers the information back to a central site, alerting the home station that the leak has occurred, carrying out necessary analysis and control, such as determining if the leak is critical, and displaying the information in a logical and organized fashion. SCADA systems can be relatively simple, such as one that monitors environmental conditions of a small office building, or incredibly complex, such as a system that monitors all the activity in a nuclear power plant or the activity of a municipal water system. An engineer's introduction to Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems and their application in monitoring and controlling equipment and industrial plant Essential reading for data acquisition and control professionals in plant engineering, manufacturing, telecommunications, water and waste control, energy, oil and gas refining and transportation Provides the knowledge to analyse, specify and debug SCADA systems, covering the fundamentals of hardware, software and the communications systems that connect SCADA operator stations

This book brings together timely and comprehensive information needed for an Automation Engineer to work in the challenging and changing area of Industrial Automation. It covers all the basic SCADA components and how they combine to create a secure industrial SCADA system in its totality. The book Gives a deep understanding of the present industrial SCADA technology. Provides a comprehensive description of the Data Acquisition System and Advanced Communication Technologies. Imparts an essential knowledge of SCADA protocols used in industrial automation. Comprehensive coverage of cyber security challenges and solutions. Covers the state-of-the-art secure Communication, key strategies, SCADA protocols, and deployment aspects in detail. Enables practitioners to learn about upcoming trends, Technocrats to share new directions in research, and government and industry decision-makers to formulate major strategic decisions regarding implementation of a secure Industrial SCADA technology. Acquaints the current and leading-edge research on SCADA security from a holistic standpoint.

The technololgy and structure of telecommunications networks has changed dramatically over the past few years. These developments have changed the equipment you purchase, the services you use, the providers you can choose, and the methods available for transporting data. Practical Telecommunications and Wireless Communications for Engineers and Technicians will be of particular benefit to those who want to take full advantage of the latest and most effective telecommunications technology and services.This book provides a grounding in the fundamentals of modern telecommunications systems in use in industrial, engineering and business settings. From networking for control systems to the use of Wireless LANs for enhanced on-site communications systems.This is a cutting-edge book on the fundamentals of telecommunications for anyone looking for a complete understanding of the essentials of the terms, jargon and technologies used. It has been designed for those who require a basic grounding in telecommunications for industrial, engineering and business applications.· Gain an understanding of the fundamentals of modern industrial, engineering and business telecommunications systems, from networking for industrial control to the use of Wireless LANs for enhanced on-site communications systems· Learn to take full advantage of the latest and most effective telecommunications technology and services· Provides a thorough grounding in the terms, jargon and technologies involved in data communications

Telecommunications and SCADA : secure links or open portals to the security of our nation's critical infrastructure? : hearing before the Subcommittee on Technology, Information Policy, Intergovernmental Relations, and the Census of the Committee on Government Reform, House of Representatives, One Hundred Eighth Congress, second session, March 30, 2004.

SCADA systems are at the heart of the modern industrial enterprise. In a market that is crowded with high-level monographs and reference guides, more practical information for professional engineers is required. This book gives them the knowledge to design their next SCADA system more effectively.

Instrumentation and control systems are highly reliant on data communications, so a working knowledge of the latest communications technologies and the essential protocols is essential for anyone designing, specifying or using instrumentation and control systems. This book is the only title on the market designed specifically for this audience. This is a comprehensive treatment of industrial data communication systems. Commencing with a thorough discussion of the popular RS-232, RS-422 and RS-485 standards it then moves on to industrial protocols, industrial networks and the communication requirements for the 'smart' instrumentation which is becoming de rigeur in industry today. The book also provides a solid grounding in the various Fieldbus and DeviceNet standards on the market today. This book provides you with the knowledge to analyse, specify and debug data communications systems in the instrumentation and control environment.*The essential guide to communications techologies and protocols for engineers designing, specifying or using instrumentation and control systems*Provides the knowledge required to analyze, specify and debug data communication systems, introducing the latest digital technologies*Coverage includes RS-232, RS422 and RS-485 standards, industrial networks and protocols, smart instrumentation, FieldBus and DeviceNet standards