In this episode of The Connext Podcast, we talk to Antonio about the challenges of integrating and scaling complex systems and applications. It just so happens that Antonio worked on the development of Routing Service and Cloud Discovery Service, both of which can be used to help with these tasks!

If you enjoyed this episode, check out show notes, related content and more at https://www.rti.com/podcast/integrate-and-scale-your-iiot-systems

DDS, OPC UA, WIS, oh my! In Episode 13 of the Connext Podcast, we talk with Fernando Garcia about integration technologies and defining open standards. You'll learn about some of the standards we are helping to develop, specifically those that ease software integration.

If you enjoyed this episode, check out show notes, related content and more at https://www.rti.com/podcast/standards-for-easing-iiot-technology-integrations.

Connext DDS 5.3 is loaded with new features to help you build amazing systems and in Episode 12 we’re interviewing Fernando Crespo, Product Architect, to learn all of the details behind the new features available in 5.3. If you’re curious whether or not 5.3 could be a part of your system solution then this episode is for you.

[0:44] the details of Fernando’s role at RTI

[1:00] Some of the benefits an application developer would gain by using Connext DDS

[3:00] What is DDS?

[7:10] What is IP Mobility and what’s an example use case? What pain-point does this address? How does someone configure IP Mobility?

[10:40] Topic Query is to DDS what a select is to a database (and more details about this new feature!)

[14:45] Things to consider when choosing between Topic Query, persistence service, and database integration service

[17:05] Handling configuration data: Persistence Service vs. Topic Query

[17:55] How does Routing Service help build scalable systems? We touch on the n-squared integration problem, peer-to-peer, system isolation, and more.

[21:00] How would you go about using Topic Query?

[22:04] DDS and Security

[25:09] Performance implications of Connext DDS Secure vs. TLS and DTLS

If you enjoyed this episode, check out show notes, related content and more at www.rti.com/podcast/podcast/connecting-the-pieces-of-the-industrial-internet-of-things

RTI is proud to announce the latest release of Connext DDS 5.3, connectivity software for the Industrial Internet of Things. Learn about the problems facing IIoT industries and what Connext DDS 5.3 does to help solve them. In Episode 11, David Barnett, VP of Products and Markets, explains IIoT challenges in the context of market problems and describes how brand new RTI technologies are the ideal way to solve them.

In Episode 11 of The Connext Podcast:

[1:37] Drivers for Connext DDS 5.3 - What characterizes IIoT Systems

[3:20] How do we solve the problem of reliable messaging with Connext DDS?

[5:08] Looking at the Layered-Databus Architecture (or Systems of Systems) in IIoT Systems

[6:27] Applying the Layered-Databus Architecture to Autonomous Vehicles

[10:35] What is new in Connext DDS 5.3?!

[11:47] Interoperable Security

[15:36] Historical Data Query

[19:34] Seamless Device Mobility

[23:50] Web Application Interoperability

If you enjoyed this episode, check out show notes, related content and more at www.rti.com/podcast/11.

The journey from student to Senior Software Engineer is one that many of our listeners are familiar with, but what happens when you throw a dose of management into the mix? In this episode, Erin shares with us the details and insights gained from her experience, as well as the BEST response to "Explain DDS to me like I'm 5" we've heard to date.

If you enjoyed this episode, check out show notes, related content and more at www.rti.com/podcast/10

With benefits that touch everything from data integrity to integration and test, it’s no wonder Recording Service has fans! Hear all about the Next Generation of the product straight from the dev lead, Rose Wahlin.

In Episode 9 of The Connext Podcast:

[1:03] What is Recording Service? What does it allow an IIoT dev to do?

[2:05] Recording Service comes with Replay Service, which is very helpful when debugging

[3:15] What Recording Services is going to be when it grows up (Next Gen!)

[8:44] What is DDS?

[10:30] Rose explains DDS Like I’m 5 (ELI5)

If you enjoyed this episode, check out show notes, related content and more at www.rti.com/podcast/9

If you've been looking for an introduction to the IIoT, look no further! In this episode, we're bringing you Part 3 (the final part!) of an audio version of our popular eBook, "Leading Applications and Architecture for the Industrial Internet of Things," written by Stan Schneider and read by Lacey Trebaol.

In this episode of The Connext Podcast:

[0:00] IoT Protocols

[0:33] MQTT

[2:25] XMPP

[4:05] DDS

[6:58] AMQP

[8:17] OPC UA

[9:30] The Bottom Line: How Do You Choose?

[14:33] Section 4: Connectivity Architecture for the IIoT

[16:33] The N-Squared Challenge

[19:48] The IIRA Core Connectivity Standard

[23:05] The IIoT Approach to Security

[24:07] DDS as a Core Standard

[25:20] DDS Unique Features

[27:30] The DDS Data Bus

[30:29] Section 5: Data-Centricity Makes DDS Different

[34:08] Section 6: The Future of the IIoT

If you enjoyed this episode, check out show notes, related content (including a link to the eBook!) and more at www.rti.com/podcast/8

If you've been looking for an introduction to the IIoT, look no further! In this episode, we're sharing Part 2 of an audio version of our popular eBook, "Leading Applications and Architecture for the Industrial Internet of Things," written by Stan Schneider and read by Lacey Trebaol.

In this episode of The Connext Podcast:

[0:34] Section 2: Towards a Taxonomy of the IIoT

[3:59] Proposed Taxonomic Criteria

[5:39] Requirement 1: Reliability

[7:42] Requirement 2: Real Time

[9:25] Requirement 3: Data Item Scale

[11:50] Requirement 4: Module Scale

[15:09] Requirement 5: Runtime Integration

[17:18] Requirement 6: Distribution Focus

[19:06] Requirement 7: Collection Focus

[20:07] Dimensional Decomposition and Map to Implementation

[23:15] Taxonomy Benefits

[24:47] Section 3: Standards and Protocols for Connectivity

[24:49] IoT Protocols

If you enjoyed this episode, check out show notes, related content (including a link to the eBook!) and more at www.rti.com/podcast/7

If you've been looking for an introduction to the IIoT, look no further! In this episode, we're sharing an audio version of our popular eBook, "Leading Applications and Architecture for the Industrial Internet of Things," written by Stan Schneider and read by Lacey Trebaol.

In this episode of The Connext Podcast:

[0:35] Introduction to the IIoT and the difference between the consumer IoT and the Industrial IoT

[7:16] Example IIoT Application 1 - Connected Medical Devices for Patient Safety

[12:18] Example IIoT Application 2 - Microgrid Power Systems

[18:20] Example IIoT Application 3 - Large-Scale SCADA Control

[20:02] Example IIoT Application 4 - Autonomy

If you enjoyed this episode, check out show notes, related content (including a link to the eBook!) and more at www.rti.com/podcast/6

Tackling security for IIoT systems goes beyond technical challenges to include business motivations and vendor coordination. In Episode 5, Dr. Soroush takes us on a tour of security efforts and discusses how the Industrial Internet Consortium (IIC) is making strides to advance the development of security for the IIoT.

In this episode of the Connext Podcast:

[2:10] What problems need to be solved with regards to IIoT Security?

[6:10] Technology alone will not solve security concerns. Why paying attention to the Industrial Internet Consortium (IIC) pays off for you in the end.

[8:13] Free advice from the IIC! The Industrial Internet Security Framework (IISF) brings a comprehensive approach for all security stakeholders from business managers and technical leaders to vendors and integrators.

[14:25] Thinking through how to secure your connectivity infrastructure.

[17:50] DDS is more than just a protocol: DDS Security Specification secures your connectivity in your distributed system without any centralized brokers or single points of vulnerability.

[21:30] ICE Medical Demo: Connext DDS Secure in action.

[32:27] How to get a hold of the Industrial Internet Reference Architecture, Industrial Internet Connectivity Framework, Industrial Internet Security Framework, and DDS Security Specification.

If you enjoyed this episode, check out show notes, related content and more at www.rti.com/podcast/5