Overview
This lecture introduces Human Machine Interface (HMI), explaining its functions, industrial uses, and the key benefits of implementation.
What is HMI?
- HMI stands for Human Machine Interface and refers to a dashboard or screen for machinery control.
- Information on HMIs is displayed graphically using icons, sounds, pictures, and colors.
- HMIs provide real-time status updates and operating conditions of machinery.
Industrial Applications of HMI
- HMI is used in manufacturing, energy, oil and gas, power, recycling, food and beverage, water and wastewater, transportation, pharmaceutical, and biotech sectors.
- In transportation, HMIs serve as passenger access systems with illuminated buttons, indicators, and signaling devices.
Benefits of HMI Implementation
- Increased Visibility: Centralizes data on equipment or machine performance in one place.
- Enhanced Efficiency: Employees use real-time data to monitor and adjust production processes.
- Decreased Downtime: Centralized dashboards show alerts and issue details, speeding up response.
- Improved Usability: HMIs simplify monitoring and control tasks for facility staff.
- Cost Reduction: HMI software helps reduce operating expenses by optimizing processes.
Key Terms & Definitions
- HMI (Human Machine Interface) — A graphical dashboard or screen used for controlling and monitoring machinery.
- Centralized Dashboard — A single interface that collects and displays data from across a system or facility.
Action Items / Next Steps
- Review examples of HMI in your daily life or industry.
- Be prepared to discuss or reflect on personal experiences with HMI systems.