Automation device comprising an interface for message-based and port-based accessing of an application

摘要

The invention relates to an automation device and to an automation system provided with automation deices that enable the integration of automation devices that leads to a homogenous automation solution. The automation devices comprise at least one interface for the message-based and port-based access to at least one application provided by the automation device. This application provides a functionality, uses internet mechanisms, and the interface is written using meta-information. The applications of the automation devices in the automation system comprise means for directly communicating with one another.