Chapter 2_Grafcet

Chapter Objective:
This chapter aims to introduce the principles and structure of Grafcet, a standardized graphical tool used to model and control sequential automation systems. It presents the fundamental elements of a Grafcet—steps, transitions, and actions—and explains the rules governing its syntax and dynamic evolution. Through concrete examples and exercises, the chapter enables students to understand how to represent, analyze, and design automation sequences using Grafcet, making it a foundational tool in industrial process control.