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  • SSEAC subsea actuator provides precise flow control on the seabed

    SSEAC subsea actuator provides precise flow control on the seabed
  • Day 1: New technologies at Automate 2025

    Day 1: New technologies at Automate 2025
  • Festo showing multi-axis positioning systems at Automate

    Festo showing multi-axis positioning systems at Automate
  • Renishaw RCS products for industrial automation, rugged encoders featured at Automate 2025

    Renishaw RCS products for industrial automation, rugged encoders featured at Automate 2025
  • Partnering for success in developing robotic solutions

    Partnering for success in developing robotic solutions

FROM THE EDITORS


  • Lisa Eitel
    Using motion controls in autonomous robotics

  • Miles Budimir
    Acromag adds stepper motor controller to family of modules with multi-protocol communication

  • Mike Santora
    Fast set-up of motor control systems from igus with no lengthy programming

  • Rachael Pasini
    Allient expands its Allied Motion SA Axial Flux Motor series
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brushless dc motor

Autoclavable brushless dc motors power advances in surgical power tools

The demand for hand-held surgical power tools continues to grow due to significant surgical procedure backlogs and rising calls for elective and cosmetic surgeries. Where hospital administrators are under pressure to manage their costs, manufacturers are being challenged to produce tools that can be re-used, typically requiring them to withstand … [Read More...] about Autoclavable brushless dc motors power advances in surgical power tools

Today on Motion Control Tips

  • Acromag adds stepper motor controller to family of modules with multi-protocol communication
  • PI unveils motion solutions at LASER World of PHOTONICS
  • Rollon marks 50 years with new facility opening in Michigan
  • Controller/drive features FOC and sensorless control
  • Allient expands its Allied Motion SA Axial Flux Motor series
  • PICMA Plus piezo actuators offer extended displacement range
  • New motors, gearhead, and encoders with 16-mm diameter from FAULHABER
controller

Acromag adds stepper motor controller to family of modules with multi-protocol communication

Acromag now offers a stepper motor controller in their BusWorks NT Series of Ethernet I/O modules. The new NT2710 module provides six pulse … [Read More...] about Acromag adds stepper motor controller to family of modules with multi-protocol communication

PI unveils motion solutions at LASER World of PHOTONICS

At the 2025 LASER World of PHOTONICS in Munich, Germany, PI will present its latest precision motion solutions designed for industrial applications. … [Read More...] about PI unveils motion solutions at LASER World of PHOTONICS

Rollon marks 50 years with new facility opening in Michigan

Rollon, a provider of linear motion technology and a Timken company, has opened a new 13,600-square-metre manufacturing facility in Norton Shores, … [Read More...] about Rollon marks 50 years with new facility opening in Michigan

controller

Controller/drive features FOC and sensorless control

The new N6 from Nanotec is a compact and powerful controller/drive for stepper motors (NEMA 14 to 34) and BLDC motors up to NEMA 23. With … [Read More...] about Controller/drive features FOC and sensorless control

Allient expands its Allied Motion SA Axial Flux Motor series

Allient recently announced the expansion of its Allied Motion SA Series Axial Flux Motors with a new 63.5 mm O.D. size variant. These motors are … [Read More...] about Allient expands its Allied Motion SA Axial Flux Motor series

PICMA Plus piezo actuators offer extended displacement range

PI has introduced the new PICMA Plus actuators, expanding the capabilities of its PICMA piezo stack actuator series. While the standard PICMA … [Read More...] about PICMA Plus piezo actuators offer extended displacement range

motors

New motors, gearhead, and encoders with 16-mm diameter from FAULHABER

With a new size of the SXR motors, the powerful motor of the new GXR family, the high-precision encoder and the matching gearhead, FAULHABER presents … [Read More...] about New motors, gearhead, and encoders with 16-mm diameter from FAULHABER

SSEAC subsea actuator provides precise flow control on the seabed

The SSEAC is a new electromechanical subsea actuator from Wittenstein Motion Control (WMC) for actuating choke and other valves in subsea … [Read More...] about SSEAC subsea actuator provides precise flow control on the seabed

Using motion controls in autonomous robotics

A new autonomous mobile robot (AMR) employs a precision controller-drive to accurately mark construction sites with building details. By Chuck … [Read More...] about Using motion controls in autonomous robotics

PI releases V-781 XY stage series for precision motion systems

PI has introduced the V-781 XY Stage series for use in high-performance motion systems. Designed as a monolithic, single-module XY stage rather than a … [Read More...] about PI releases V-781 XY stage series for precision motion systems

Controllers from maxon impart smooth motion thanks to Hall-sensor feedback

New ESCON2 series of maxon servo controllers with CANopen and I/O commanding achieves a new level of smoothness, dynamics, and precision in machines … [Read More...] about Controllers from maxon impart smooth motion thanks to Hall-sensor feedback

Titanium Maestro multi-axis motion controller controls up to 256 axes

Modern packaging processes are highly automated, fast, and require precise coordination between various machine components. Multi-axis motion … [Read More...] about Titanium Maestro multi-axis motion controller controls up to 256 axes

LMCA linear motors introduced for precision laser cutting

UNIMOTION has introduced the LMCA series for industrial motion applications that require precision and power, such as direct drive laser cutting. The … [Read More...] about LMCA linear motors introduced for precision laser cutting

Compact piezo stages with bi-phase motors offer 10 nm resolution

PI introduces the B-421 BIX nanopositioning stages, compact and precise linear positioning systems designed for applications that require reliable and … [Read More...] about Compact piezo stages with bi-phase motors offer 10 nm resolution

Day 1: New technologies at Automate 2025

In addition to presentations and technical sessions, several dozen companies have announced new technologies at this year’s Automate Show. Some of … [Read More...] about Day 1: New technologies at Automate 2025

Festo showing multi-axis positioning systems at Automate

Festo is showcasing at Automate 2025 its most innovative automation solutions, including multi-axis positioning systems. Festo positioning systems can … [Read More...] about Festo showing multi-axis positioning systems at Automate

Rollon marks 50 years of innovation with global expansion

Rollon, a provider of linear motion solutions, marks its 50th anniversary. Established in 1975 in a small workshop in Northern Italy, the company has … [Read More...] about Rollon marks 50 years of innovation with global expansion

motor

New brushless slotless motor for industrial power tools from Portescap

Portescap’s latest innovation for the industrial power tools market is the 40EC-Pro PowerTool (PT) brushless slotless motor. This motor comes in two … [Read More...] about New brushless slotless motor for industrial power tools from Portescap

PI releases V-308 stage with 10-nm motion resolution

PI has released the V-308 vertical nanopositioning stage, designed to provide 7 mm of Z-axis travel with 10-nanometer incremental motion. The system … [Read More...] about PI releases V-308 stage with 10-nm motion resolution

Renishaw RCS products for industrial automation, rugged encoders featured at Automate 2025

Industrial automation is increasingly playing a significant role across multiple sectors, as robotics, control systems and flexible lines are used to … [Read More...] about Renishaw RCS products for industrial automation, rugged encoders featured at Automate 2025

encoders

Two new miniature absolute encoders join US Digital’s lineup

US Digital announced the launch of two new miniature absolute encoders: the MAE4 and the MA4. The MAE4 is a kit-style encoder designed to mount … [Read More...] about Two new miniature absolute encoders join US Digital’s lineup

helical worm gear

Updates to helical worm gear units offer wider power range

NORD DRIVESYSTEMS has announced an enhancement of their UNICASE Helical Worm Gear unit series that will provide additional torque without modifying … [Read More...] about Updates to helical worm gear units offer wider power range

inclinometer

POSITAL adds new connectivity, housing options for TILTIX inclinometers

POSITAL is extending its family of TILTIX inclinometers by adding Deutsch DTM connectors as a new interface option. “TILTIX tilt sensors are notable … [Read More...] about POSITAL adds new connectivity, housing options for TILTIX inclinometers

Analyzing and addressing cam-follower skidding in rotary applications

Here, we detail what causes skidding in rotary systems. Then we analyze single and double-roller cam follower designs. By Georg Bartosh • President … [Read More...] about Analyzing and addressing cam-follower skidding in rotary applications

Robotics

Partnering for success in developing robotic solutions

To turn a motion concept for a robotics application into reality, dedicated engineering expertise can be invaluable. Antonio Herrera Global … [Read More...] about Partnering for success in developing robotic solutions

Rollon presents AXNR curved motion system at Advanced Factories Expo

Rollon has completed a project for a high-tech company in Europe that specializes in the design and production of electrical wires and connectors. The … [Read More...] about Rollon presents AXNR curved motion system at Advanced Factories Expo

New low-harmonics encoder from Baumer

Baumer opens up new potential in drive technology with its innovative LowHarmonics encoder technology. The EB260 compact incremental magnetic ring … [Read More...] about New low-harmonics encoder from Baumer

PI introduces compact V-141 linear motor stage for precision motion

PI (Physik Instrumente) has introduced the V-141 linear motor stage family, a compact and cost-efficient addition to its range of direct-drive linear … [Read More...] about PI introduces compact V-141 linear motor stage for precision motion

Festo unveils Incredible Machine for 100th anniversary

To mark its 100th anniversary, Festo has designed an extraordinary application, the Incredible Machine. Inspired by a Rube Goldberg machine, it … [Read More...] about Festo unveils Incredible Machine for 100th anniversary

STF stepper drives and SSDC StepSERVO drives now UL certified

The Applied Motion Products STF stepper drives and SSDC StepSERVO drives are now UL certified by Underwriters Laboratories. The drives now meet … [Read More...] about STF stepper drives and SSDC StepSERVO drives now UL certified

In case you missed it

  • New performance class with new planetary gearhead sizes
  • New high-resolution encoder offers multi-turn absolute feedback at zero incremental cost
  • AutomationDirect adds IronHorse worm gearboxes with IEC input
  • Bosch Rexroth to showcase automation solutions at Automate 2025
  • Festo introduces a multiprotocol servo drive and motor developer’s kit
  • Hollow rotary tables now in four sizes
  • Frameless BLDC motors for maximum system integration
  • Several markets are spurring new innovation in motion systems
  • Tour of HEIDENHAIN technologies displayed in Anaheim
  • Rigid set screw couplings for round, square, and hex shafts
  • Delta Motion, acontis Technologies expand EtherCAT capabilities
  • New smart encoders from Baumer for heavy duty applications
  • AW Stepper Motors offer IP65-rated protection for harsh environments
  • PTDA Foundation raises $148,000 during fund drive’s first phase
  • POSITAL announces heavy-duty absolute, incremental rotary encoders

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