IO can currently be connected using the following methods:
- Using a scripted component
- Using the integrated SoftPLC
- Using an external physical or soft PLC (with ProtoTwin Connect)
However, sometimes things are wired directly. For example, we can wire a push button directly to an indicator light. Or a sensor directly to one of the robot controller’s inputs. Or a robot controller output to a suction gripper.
For cases like these, we should offer a quick and convenient way to wire signals together through the UI. This is particularly useful for robotics, where it is common to connect a range of field equipment directly to the robot controller.