Scope
<p>The Eclipse OSCAT project provides a suite of open-source libraries, tools, and resources to support the development of solutions for <strong>Industrial Automation</strong> and <strong>Building Automation</strong>. The project emphasizes accessibility, modularity, and adherence to industry standards, ensuring broad applicability and ease of integration in various automation environments.</p><p><strong>In Scope:</strong></p><ol><li><strong>Library Development:</strong><ul><li>Development of reusable libraries for common automation tasks such as:<ul><li>Mathematical operations and signal processing.</li><li>Data manipulation and storage.</li><li>Control logic for industrial and building automation applications.</li><li>IoT integration for smart systems and connected devices.</li></ul></li><li>Adherence to relevant standards, including <strong>IEC 61131-3</strong> and <strong>IEC 61499</strong>, to ensure interoperability and standardization.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Tooling Support:</strong><ul><li>Development of Eclipse IDE plugins to facilitate the configuration, testing, and deployment of automation systems.</li><li>Integration tools for compatibility with existing platforms such as CODESYS, Siemens TIA Portal, and other open systems.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Industrial and Building Automation Use Cases:</strong><ul><li>Libraries and tools for specific applications in industrial automation, such as factory automation, process control, and robotics.</li><li>Resources for building automation, including HVAC control, lighting systems, and energy management.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Community and Collaboration:</strong><ul><li>Creation of a community-driven development model with contribution guidelines, forums, and support resources.</li><li>Engagement with developers, engineers, and enthusiasts to enhance the libraries and tools collaboratively.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Documentation and Education:</strong><ul><li>Comprehensive user and developer documentation, including examples, tutorials, and best practices.</li><li>Educational resources focused on adopting and integrating open-source solutions into industrial and building automation systems.</li></ul></li></ol><p><strong>Out of Scope:</strong></p><ol><li>Proprietary or closed-source solutions that conflict with the project's open-source principles.</li><li>Development of hardware-specific tools or libraries that are not adaptable to a broader range of platforms.</li><li>Direct implementation of end-user applications; the focus will be on reusable components and foundational tools.</li></ol><p>By addressing these areas, Eclipse OSCAT aims to provide a flexible, vendor-neutral foundation for building innovative solutions in <strong>Industrial Automation</strong>, <strong>Building Automation</strong>, and beyond.</p>
