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Can RS485 be considered a multi-master bus?
There are some electrical specifications specifically designed for multi-master protocols such as CAN, I2C, 1-Wire, etc. which are classified under CSMA/CD networks.
However, RS485 has a push pull ...
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Significant differences between CAN and RS485 regarding the physical layer
In comparing the physical layer of CAN and RS485, I am trying to find the advantages of either one over the other. I found out that they are quite similar. Both are good in terms of common mode ...
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Effect of splices on 120 Ω twisted pair cable impedance a.k.a correct way to attach stubs to the bus?
I am currently in the process of designing a wiring loom for a race car control system which must also connect a number of devices via a CAN bus.
This is my first encounter with CAN bus (J1939-15) ...
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