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Automation Builder 2.0 has introduced advanced Virtual devices emulate real hardware. They func-
simulation support which allows machine build- tion as real hardware, provide signals (onboard,
ers and system integrators to simulate and auto- local, fieldbus/remote IOs) and variables. Virtual
mate all kinds of applications with minimum ef- time lets you control the execution of the simula-
fort. This gives seamless testing of the complete tion. Speed up, slow down or freeze the execution
system at an early stage, even when all the neces- for testing and debugging.
sary hardware is not yet ready. Even complex sys-
tems can be built up quickly and efficiently, en- By connecting to external simulation tools
suring smooth interaction of all the components. (e.g. RobotStudio), additional components can be
included to these models. This allows to simulate
Advanced simulation support lets you build simu- the real system including physical inputs or actua-
lation models from virtual devices and manage tors. The flexible architecture of the advanced
the virtual time and signal exchange between simulation support allows to extend your simula-
the virtual devices. Furthermore it provides inter- tion to more advanced aspects, e.g. the dynamic
faces to control and manipulate the simulation system behavior.
e.g. via OPC UA, OPC DA or via UDP communica-
tion.

Save time Reduce risk Increase efficiency

Simulate effortless Ensure quality Ease operator training
Debug realistic systems without real hardware Verify logic, detect errors, prove quality 3D simulation in best-in-class tool RobotStudio

Accelerate commissioning Efficient re-use Convince your customers
Synchronized system integration using virtual time Same data in simulation, reality and across projects Create insight and trust with functional models

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Advanced simulation
support – Benefits