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  • How to calculate required input power for a gearmotor

    How to calculate required input power for a gearmotor
  • What is AS-I Safety and what are its benefits for motion systems?

    What is AS-I Safety and what are its benefits for motion systems?
  • How to calculate crossed roller bearing life (with various load types)

    How to calculate crossed roller bearing life (with various load types)
  • Smarter, faster angle encoders improve direct-drive motor performance

    Smarter, faster angle encoders improve direct-drive motor performance
  • What are the key parameters to consider when sizing and selecting a rotary actuator?

    What are the key parameters to consider when sizing and selecting a rotary actuator?

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gearmotor input power

How to calculate required input power for a gearmotor

The first place to start when sizing a gearmotor is to determine the required output torque and speed. But once torque and speed are defined, you'll also want to know the required input power for the motor — particularly if the gearmotor uses an AC induction motor, where the power rating (typically given in horsepower) is used as a key factor in … [Read More...] about How to calculate required input power for a gearmotor

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  • How to calculate required input power for a gearmotor
  • What is AS-I Safety and what are its benefits for motion systems?
  • CVD stepper motor driver with RS-485 Communication

Ultra-efficient motors improving cordless consumer-appliance performance

25 trillion kilowatt hours of electricity are consumed globally per year — of which 53% is consumed by electric motors. So replacing traditional … [Read More...] about Ultra-efficient motors improving cordless consumer-appliance performance

Koford Engineering introduces high-speed brushless, slotless hall sensor motor

Koford Engineering LLC has introduced a new brushless, slotless hall sensor motor featuring speeds to 81,408 rpm and 153 W of power in a 22mm … [Read More...] about Koford Engineering introduces high-speed brushless, slotless hall sensor motor

servo drive

Digital servo drive with Combitronic system from Moog Animatics

Moog Animatics’ new DS2020 digital servo drive with Combitronic capability is a single-axis drive that operates a Moog CD series motor, providing high … [Read More...] about Digital servo drive with Combitronic system from Moog Animatics

brushless motor

New brushless motor features high speed, high power

A new brushless, slotless motor from Koford Engineering LLC features high speeds to 104,297 rpm with 94% peak efficiency with 980 W of power in a … [Read More...] about New brushless motor features high speed, high power

gearmotor input power

How to calculate required input power for a gearmotor

The first place to start when sizing a gearmotor is to determine the required output torque and speed. But once torque and speed are defined, you'll … [Read More...] about How to calculate required input power for a gearmotor

What is AS-I Safety and what are its benefits for motion systems?

When sensors, actuators, and other lower-level components are used in a functional safety capacity, AS-Interface Safety at Work offers a simple, … [Read More...] about What is AS-I Safety and what are its benefits for motion systems?

CVD stepper motor driver with RS-485 Communication

Oriental Motor is pleased to introduce latest driver added to DC input stepper motor driver line up, the CVD RS-485 Communication type bi-polar … [Read More...] about CVD stepper motor driver with RS-485 Communication

encoders

Safety encoder features ultra-compact dimensions

With the TRK38, TWK introduces an ultra-compact single-turn magnetic encoder developed with safety-oriented applications in mind. With a diameter of … [Read More...] about Safety encoder features ultra-compact dimensions

maxon precision motors

Swiss precision motors handle valuable Mars soil samples

Was there once life on Mars? This is the question that one of the most complex robotic systems ever built by humankind has set out to answer. … [Read More...] about Swiss precision motors handle valuable Mars soil samples

motors

Compact external rotor motors with integrated encoder from Nanotec

The DFA68 and DFA90 series brushless dc motors from Nanotec are now available with integrated encoder. Their extremely compact design makes the new … [Read More...] about Compact external rotor motors with integrated encoder from Nanotec

New white paper explores the potential of TSN to improve manufacturing

The CC-Link Partner Association (CLPA) has announced the immediate availability of a white paper on Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) at eu.cc-link.org. … [Read More...] about New white paper explores the potential of TSN to improve manufacturing

crossed roller bearing

How to calculate crossed roller bearing life (with various load types)

A crossed roller bearing is a type of rotary bearing that uses cylindrical rollers arranged in a crisscross pattern, with each roller oriented at a 90 … [Read More...] about How to calculate crossed roller bearing life (with various load types)

encoders

Multiturn absolute encoders with line driver feature integrated referencing

In combination with brushless dc servomotors, the new magnetic AEMT-12/16 L absolute encoder from FAULHABER delivers absolute angle information with a … [Read More...] about Multiturn absolute encoders with line driver feature integrated referencing

encoders

Smarter, faster angle encoders improve direct-drive motor performance

HEIDENHAIN has introduced smarter and faster versions of the RCN absolute angle encoders series for use in machine tools requiring high speed, … [Read More...] about Smarter, faster angle encoders improve direct-drive motor performance

What are the key parameters to consider when sizing and selecting a rotary actuator?

Rotary actuators — and their counterparts, rotary stages and rotary indexing tables — are designed to move loads radially with high positioning … [Read More...] about What are the key parameters to consider when sizing and selecting a rotary actuator?

TwinCAT/BSD offers alternative operating system for Beckhoff Industrial PCs

TwinCAT/BSD provides an alternative operating system for all of the latest Beckhoff Industrial PC (IPC) platforms. TwinCAT/BSD combines the TwinCAT … [Read More...] about TwinCAT/BSD offers alternative operating system for Beckhoff Industrial PCs

springs

Lee Spring acquires M & S Spring, advancing rapid prototype spring capabilities

Lee Spring has acquired Michigan-based M & S Spring. M & S Spring, located in Fraser, Michigan, specializes in rapid prototype custom springs … [Read More...] about Lee Spring acquires M & S Spring, advancing rapid prototype spring capabilities

vision

The benefits of integrating vision into machine control

Scalable PC-based automation, robust network solutions and open camera standards allow machine vision to ditch black boxes and increase … [Read More...] about The benefits of integrating vision into machine control

encoder

Multi-turn encoders for miniature motors require no battery backup

POSITAL’s new 22-mm multiturn kit encoders are high-precision multiturn absolute position feedback devices for miniature motors and drives. While … [Read More...] about Multi-turn encoders for miniature motors require no battery backup

What is field weakening and how does it affect servo motor performance?

Although servo systems can very precisely control motor speed, position, and torque, in some applications, the motor may not be able to reach the … [Read More...] about What is field weakening and how does it affect servo motor performance?

PROFINET

BG series of Dunkermotoren now available with integrated PROFINET interface

Modern machines and devices use all available process data to optimize them and make them transparent. PROFINET as a communication standard is ideally … [Read More...] about BG series of Dunkermotoren now available with integrated PROFINET interface

New distribution partnership between Nidec Motion Control and SDP/SI

Nidec Motion Control is pleased to announce a newly formed Distribution Partnership with Designatronics. Nidec Motion Control specializes in the … [Read More...] about New distribution partnership between Nidec Motion Control and SDP/SI

voice coil linear motor

New miniature linear voice coil motors from Moticont

The new LVCM-010-013-01 linear voice coil motor from Moticont is only 0.375 in. (9.5 mm) in diameter and the length at mid-stroke is just 0.81 in. … [Read More...] about New miniature linear voice coil motors from Moticont

controller

All-in-one controller with integrated drives for OEM machine builders

ACS Motion Control – part of the Physik Instrumente (PI) Group – has launched the first in a new line of Economical Control Module (ECM) products. The … [Read More...] about All-in-one controller with integrated drives for OEM machine builders

Dorner’s virtual showcase now open with nine product demonstrations

As industry professionals are still unable to visit Dorner in person due to trade show cancellations, Dorner is bringing the trade show to … [Read More...] about Dorner’s virtual showcase now open with nine product demonstrations

Wafer-handling machine maximizes performance with specially clamping belt-pulley and bushing assembly

In one recent machine redesign, Florida-based machine builder Hine Automation added precision engineered pulley-bushing assemblies to their SL-200C … [Read More...] about Wafer-handling machine maximizes performance with specially clamping belt-pulley and bushing assembly

What is friction compensation in servo control?

Friction, which is the resistance to relative motion between two bodies, occurs in all sliding and rolling motions. In components that use lubrication … [Read More...] about What is friction compensation in servo control?

What is dual-loop control for servo systems and when is it used?

In servo-driven systems, feedback for position, velocity, and/or torque control is typically provided by a rotary encoder or resolver mounted to the … [Read More...] about What is dual-loop control for servo systems and when is it used?

Feedback on stepper motors for better positioning and holding (and less ringing)

Feedback-equipped stepper motors are not a complete substitute for servomotors, but they can provide a reliable alternative for many real-world … [Read More...] about Feedback on stepper motors for better positioning and holding (and less ringing)

Pallet-handling conveyors: Harnessing the power and safety of all-electric peripheral components

Pallet-handling conveyors optimize manufacturing, assembly, and testing processes by conveying product on workpiece pallets. The workpiece pallet … [Read More...] about Pallet-handling conveyors: Harnessing the power and safety of all-electric peripheral components

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