An efficient encoder for distributed real-time applications

Standard basic encoding rules are too elaborate and inefficient for distributed real-time applications. Two major obstacles encountered are long protocol data units and slow encoding times. The problem of encoding for real-time applications is addressed. Taking Fieldbus as a representative of real-time networks, it is shown why the encoder should be simplified and how this can be done. The impact of encoders, in general, on the overall network performance is studied. Implementation results demonstrate the efficiency of the proposed encoder.< >