In this two-part series, we go over the basic definition of types of repeatability and their application in linear motion and actuation applications. Part 2 covers bidirectional repeatability. (Click here for Part 1.) Information courtesy of IntelLiDrives Corp. As noted in Part 1, repeatability can be defined as the variation in results for … [Read More...]
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Precision motion control FAQ: What is repeatability? (Part 2)
In this two-part series, we go over the basic definition of types of repeatability and their application in linear motion and actuation applications. … [Read More...]
How does stiffness affect piezo output force and displacement?
Piezo actuators operate on the inverse piezoelectric effect: when voltage is applied, the actuator contracts or expands. But when the actuator is … [Read More...]
Zero-Max Crown right-angle drives include Class 10 spiral bevel gears lubricated for life
Lubricated for life with Beacon 325 premium grade grease, Zero-Max Crown drives feature heat treated AGMA Class 10 spiral bevel gears. This … [Read More...]
Common challenges that wave springs address
Springs are flexible mechanical components to store and release energy or apply and release forces on machine axes. Wave springs combine flat … [Read More...]
Miki Pulley BXR-LE electric brakes for direct drive servo motors
Miki Pulley’s BXR-LE electric spring applied brakes are suitable for small and precise servo motor configurations. Their unique compact and … [Read More...]
Precision motion control FAQ: What is repeatability? (Part 1)
In this two-part series, we go over the basic definition of types of repeatability and their application in linear motion and actuation applications. … [Read More...]
New stepper drives from Applied Motion Products
Applied Motion Products has introduced a new series of stepper drives that support a range of industrial Ethernet and Fieldbus network protocols … [Read More...]
What are the benefits of an active front end (AFE) drive?
A variable frequency drive, or VFD, delivers power from the source — typically the utility — to a motor in three basic steps: A rectifier … [Read More...]
New hoist drive unit GHX125 for industrial cranes going into production
The new GHX125 Hoist Drive has completed all necessary durability tests, and are ready for production. Order GHX125 hoist units with 2-speeds or VFD … [Read More...]
New CVK-SC Stepper Motor Speed Control System from Oriental Motor
CVK-SC series — 0.72º, 24 VDC input stepper motor speed control Oriental Motor is pleased to introduce the new CVK-SC series stepper motor … [Read More...]
Control Techniques releases new servo drives
Control Techniques, part of the Nidec group of companies, has revealed its new generation of advanced servo drive technologies. The new Digitax HD … [Read More...]
What are wound field motors and where are they applied?
Brushed DC motors are generally available in two types, depending on the construction of the stator: permanent magnet or wound field. Both motor types … [Read More...]
New Bodine compact planetary BLDC gearmotors for high torque
Bodine Electric Co. now sells 22B4-60P planetary gearmotors. These integral gearmotors combine Bodine’s high-performance type 22B brushless DC motor … [Read More...]
New control electronics featured in Dunkermotoren line of servomotors
Dunkermotoren, GmbH, a unit of AMETEK Advanced Motion Solutions, has launched the BG 65/BG 66 dMove servomotors as successors to its BG 65(S) … [Read More...]
Omron releases NX1 controller for IIoT applications with OPC UA and SQL connectivity
The newest iteration of Omron’s NX1 machine automation controller series is designed to improve productivity through integration with information … [Read More...]
Explosion proof stackable multi-turn encoder from Sensata
Sensata Technologies debuts the first explosion proof stackable multi-turn encoder for use in oil and gas applications. The new encoder, BEI Sensors’ … [Read More...]
Updated: Basics of compression springs for motion designs
Engineers incorporate compression springs in motion designs that need linear compressive forces and mechanical energy storage — designs such as … [Read More...]
How to program a motion controller?
Programming a motion controller is the act of giving a controller the instructions to complete some motion task. The task could be as simple as … [Read More...]
Timken acquiring precision-drives maker Cone Drive
The Timken Company has reached an agreement to acquire Cone Drive, a leader in precision drives used in diverse markets including solar, automation, … [Read More...]
Nippon Pulse acquires Arcus Performax motion-controller product line
Nippon Pulse America, Inc. (NPA) will now offer design engineers even more quality motion-control products with the acquisition of Arcus Technology’s … [Read More...]
Motor-CAD expands E-Mag modeling coverage to include switched reluctance machines
Motor Design Ltd located in Wrexham, UK has significantly expanded its Motor-CAD version 11 E-Mag (Electro-Magnetic) motor design simulation program … [Read More...]
WITTENSTEIN alpha CAD POINT smart catalog for gearbox configuration and selection
CAD POINT by WITTENSTEIN alpha helps engineers and motion control specialists access product information, data sheets, and CAD data in just a few … [Read More...]
New miniature spiral bevel gearboxes from Gam
The VP Series Performance Plus miniature spiral bevel gearboxes pack high performance in a small package with the highest torque density, range of … [Read More...]
New inclinometer for pitch, yaw, and roll feedback from Joral
Joral’s new G-force compensated inclinometer provides feedback for pitch, yaw, and roll. The new technology uses sensor fusion, which is the combining … [Read More...]
New integrated stepper motors and drives from AutomationDirect
AutomationDirect has added integrated motors and drives to its SureStep line of stepper motion control products. Integrated stepper motor/drives save … [Read More...]
How do rotary voice coil actuators work?
Most linear motion devices have a rotary equivalent, and voice coil actuators are no exception. While the versions depicted in most product images and … [Read More...]
QuickSilver extends integrated motor/controller family of hybrid servomotors
QuickSilver Controls has released the X-series 34 frame SilverMax Integrated Servo Motor Family, extending its well-established Hybrid Servo product … [Read More...]
New Unitronics VFD offerings for motion control — integrate with PLC + HMI products
In keeping with a commitment to centralize and streamline industrial automation and control, Unitronics is announcing a new VFD line. Unitronics, the … [Read More...]
PTDA welcomes four new members
The Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA), the leading association for the industrial power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) … [Read More...]
New QPhase encoders from Quantum Devices
The new QM35 and QML35 modular incremental optical encoders from Quantum Devices are high-performance, low-profile modular designed encoders. These … [Read More...]
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