Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) enhances Ethernet for real-time, deterministic communication in industrial automation. It synchronizes devices, manages latency, and unifies legacy and modern networks, enabling efficient, adaptive, and intelligent operations.
Based on the IEEE 802.1AS standard, time-sensitive networking, as the name suggests, focuses on establishing a common time reference between all TSN devices within a unified infrastructure. This synchronization forms the foundation of deterministic network communications.
By adopting the concept of non-negotiable time period allocation for end-to-end transmissions defined by IEEE 802.1Qbv Time-Aware Shaper, the TSN network components ensure deterministic data transmissions with ultra-low latency.
To implement and maintain all aspects of a deterministic networking environment, a set of components has been defined to ensure optimal reliability and security based on the IEEE 802.1CB standard.
TSN offers resource management and visibility tools that device providers can incorporate depending on network requirements.
A leading industrial machinery manufacturer used TSN technology to unify CNC applications, enabling precise data transmission, seamless remote I/O, and machine vision integration. This upgrade ensured deterministic communication, reduced maintenance, and enhanced scalability.
A home appliance manufacturer integrated TSN Ethernet switches to modernize its network, ensuring real-time, reliable communication. This upgrade boosted efficiency, reduced production time, and supported sustainability goals.
A hydropower plant adopted TSN technology to unify control networks, reducing costs and complexity. This upgrade enabled real-time communication, precise control, and quick power adjustments for greater efficiency.
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TSN enhances standard Ethernet by providing deterministic, low-latency, and low-jitter data transmission capabilities. While Ethernet inherently operates on a best-effort, first-come, first-served basis, TSN guarantees that data is delivered with precise timing. To make this possible, TSN leverages several IEEE 802.1 standards including 802.1Qbv Time-aware Shaper and 802.1AS time synchronization. These characteristics make TSN invaluable in domains like industrial automation, where precise timing is critical.
Performance: TSN offers high-speed networking, transmission of large data volumes, highly accurate motion control, and low latency, all of which enhance the performance of your network.
Flexibility: TSN is based on standard Ethernet, meaning it supports a broad range of networking devices. Additionally, TSN provides the possibility of adding more advanced applications to your Ethernet network.
Reliability: TSN can prioritize network traffic to enable real-time communication and ensure that time-critical data is always delivered to the right place at the right time.
Security: TSN can help enhance network security by scheduling time-sensitive data to avoid the influx of non-authorized data.
The convergence of IT and OT systems into a unified network is essential for achieving more streamlined production processes and higher operational efficiency, but integrating these wildly different, isolated systems into a single network is no easy task. However, a unified network offers several unique benefits:
Standardized Communication: Using a single industry standard for communication simplifies interactions, ensures compatibility between various systems, and opens up the possibility of adopting advanced applications, such as AI.
Better Accessibility: A unified network using one language reduces the need to get familiar with proprietary protocols from different vendors, making it easier for staff to operate and maintain the network.
Cost Efficiency: TSN simplifies device and protocol requirements to streamline the network infrastructure, which reduces maintenance and operational costs.