ctrlX OS is a Linux-based operating system designed for real-time use in industrial environments. It's hardware-independent and connects even more automation components to the entire ctrlX AUTOMATION portfolio, including partner solutions from ctrlX World.
Software-based functions can be developed, installed, updated, and operated easily across all levels of the automation topology, catering to the needs of software-driven factories and enabling modern software practices such as virtual testing and DevOps in automation. Hardware independence also makes it possible to operate a virtual control system on hypervisor platforms, in the data center, on edge servers or in the cloud.
The operating system supports app technology, web-based engineering, secure user management, and data exchange via the ctrlX Data Layer. A standardized tool chain and a software development kit (SDK) are available for all devices. The ctrlX Device Portal allows effective device management anywhere in the world. This is a digital service for providing new software functions, management, and maintenance of device settings or remote maintenance.
ctrlX OS provides access to all apps from the ctrlX Store and the ctrlX AUTOMATION Community. Users can also run their own software on any hardware that is suitable for the application.
- Shorter time to market
- Flexibility in production
- High system availability
- Same standards as regards security, tools, and communication interfaces for the entire network
- Broad distribution of automation solutions across the automation pyramid
- High-performance platform for futuristic solutions
- Service-oriented architecture
- Companies can easily use apps from Bosch Rexroth and third-party providers or develop their own apps
- High-performance, secure data networking within the automation solution
- Centralized access to all real-time and non-real-time data in the entire network with no need for programming
- Connective in all directions
- Fieldbus protocols
- Interfaces (TSN, 5G)
- Cloud connectors
- Open interfaces (REST, OPC UA server)
- Remote access, remote control, and device management via the ctrlX Device Portal
- Remote installation, updates, and patches
- Certified data security in accordance with IEC 62443
- User and authorization management
- Secure authentication in the user management
