Programmable logic controller and operating method for a programmable logic controller and computer program product

Abstract

A programmable logic controller, a method for operating a programmable logic controller, and a computer program product provide for parallel operation of a plurality of PLC applications on a programmable logic controller. The programmable logic controller has a data processing unit, at least one input, at least one output, and at least one storage region for application programs, wherein the programmable logic controller is configured to provide at least one virtual programmable logic controller during operation by means of an operating system, wherein an application program is able to be run on the virtual programmable logic controller.

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