Eclipse OSCAT

The Eclipse OSCAT project provides a suite of open-source libraries, tools, and resources to support the development of solutions for Industrial Automation and Building Automation. The project emphasizes accessibility, modularity, and adherence to industry standards, ensuring broad applicability and ease of integration in various automation environments.

In Scope:

1. Library Development:
   • Development of reusable libraries for common automation tasks such as:
     • Mathematical operations and signal processing.
     • Data manipulation and storage.
     • Control logic for industrial and building automation applications.
     • IoT integration for smart systems and connected devices.
   • Adherence to relevant standards, including IEC 61131-3 and IEC 61499, to ensure interoperability and standardization.
2. Tooling Support:
   • Development of Eclipse IDE plugins to facilitate the configuration, testing, and deployment of automation systems.
   • Integration tools for compatibility with existing platforms such as CODESYS, Siemens TIA Portal, and other open systems.
3. Industrial and Building Automation Use Cases:
   • Libraries and tools for specific applications in industrial automation, such as factory automation, process control, and robotics.
   • Resources for building automation, including HVAC control, lighting systems, and energy management.
4. Community and Collaboration:
   • Creation of a community-driven development model with contribution guidelines, forums, and support resources.
   • Engagement with developers, engineers, and enthusiasts to enhance the libraries and tools collaboratively.
5. Documentation and Education:
   • Comprehensive user and developer documentation, including examples, tutorials, and best practices.
   • Educational resources focused on adopting and integrating open-source solutions into industrial and building automation systems.

Out of Scope:

1. Proprietary or closed-source solutions that conflict with the project's open-source principles.
2. Development of hardware-specific tools or libraries that are not adaptable to a broader range of platforms.
3. Direct implementation of end-user applications; the focus will be on reusable components and foundational tools.

By addressing these areas, Eclipse OSCAT aims to provide a flexible, vendor-neutral foundation for building innovative solutions in Industrial Automation, Building Automation, and beyond.