Simulation and Control of a Cyber-Physical Elevator Prototype

This paper is focused on the development of a new cyber-physical system pertaining a freight lift (elevator) prototype. A simulator of the physical component of the prototype was also developed, joined by a graphical user interface which can be used for controlling and monitoring both the real and virtual prototypes, acting as a digital Human-Machine Interface. The main contributions are: a) a new physical lift (elevator) prototype for demonstration of cyber-physical systems; b) a robust automation/control system with multiple upgrade options for future projects, according to industrial specifications; c) a simulator that can be used as a teaching tool for future automation/control students. The experimental results prove the overall good performance of the developed cyber-physical elevator prototype.