Implicit Variables At compile time, a structure variable with the name UML_SC_<object name> is generated automatically for each graphical statechart object. This variable provides access to the implic

Online Mode At runtime, you can monitor and control the behavior of the diagram in the monitoring in the editor. Tip The sample project UML_SC_CoffeeMachine.project is provided to illustrate the follo

Tutorial: Statechart Drafting and implementing a statechart A statechart is a machine that switches from state to state at runtime. The states are linked by transitions, which each have a guard condit

Simple State Machine A simple state machine consists of states, transitions which control the state transition, and actions or methods. This allows you to design and implement the behavior of finite m

Element: Variable declaration The Variable declaration element is used to extend a class, interface, or data structure (DUT) by a variable. User input Action Description In the ToolBox view, select th

Element: Property A property is used to extend a class (program or function block) or an interface by a property. User input Action Description In the ToolBox view, select the Property element. In the

Element: Method The Method element is used to add a method to a class or interface in a class diagram. It does not have any properties. User input Action Description In the ToolBox view, select the "M

Element: Action The Action element is used to add an action to a program or function block directly in a class diagram. It does not have any properties. User input Action Description In the ToolBox vi

Element: Association An association is a UML relationship that expresses recognition. The recognizing element points to another element as a pointer. In IEC code, this corresponds to a POINTER TO or R

Element: Realization A Realization is a UML relationship which expresses instantiation. The realizing class object implements the attributes and operations of the interface. In IEC code, this relation