Detailed Solution for PLC Programming Tutor Marked Assignment (TMA)

This document presents a comprehensive solution to a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) programming assignment, likely for an Electrical Engineering course at Teesside University. The solution addresses several questions involving ladder diagrams, PLC programming logic, and code examples. The assignment covers topics such as control systems, sensor integration, and industrial automation applications. The solution includes ladder diagrams for various scenarios, C++ code for a drink machine, and discussions on PLC programming techniques, including bit-shift registers and sensor placement. The assignment also explores different PLC programming languages like Mitsubishi. The document provides detailed explanations and code snippets to help students understand and solve similar PLC programming problems. Additionally, the solution references several academic sources to support the concepts and approaches used in the assignment.