System for collecting and storing information

摘要

The invention is an improvement to previous data acquisition systems in which log sheets are used to record events such as faults with machinery. The invention provides a system which allows a potential future occurrence to be defined rapidly and very easily. The system thereafter allows the actual occurrence of such events to be recorded as they happen. The event definition can be constantly updated so that more information on the nature of the event can be obtained as time progresses. The system therefore allows the impact of potential problems to be assessed quickly and at low cost. The system can also be used to diagnose problems and provide real time feedback about the occurrence of events. A preferable embodiment of the system comprises an input means attached to a controller, the controller comprising an event definer connected to an input means configurer. The controller is further connected to a database for storing data about the occurrence of events.