One common, modern method for controlling three-phase induction motors and permanent magnet synchronous motors (aka BLAC or PMAC motors) is field oriented control, which independently controls the magnetizing and torque-producing components of the stator current. This allows the torque-producing component to be kept orthogonal to the rotor flux, … [Read More...]
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Applied Motion Products debuts programming tools for Python language
Applied Motion Products now offers a set of free tools for programmers using Python, the popular computer programming language, to use with its … [Read More...]
New high-speed, compact brushless motors from Portescap
Portescap has expanded its Ultra ECTM range of brushless dc slotless motors with the introduction of the new 35ECS motor. This 2-pole motor offers … [Read More...]
What is Space Vector Pulse Width Modulation (SVPWM)?
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What are photoelectric proximity sensors?
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New 200-W high-torque brushless servo motor from maxon
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Dorner Latin America Now Manufacturing at New Facility in Mexico
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What are pallet conveyors? (Not to be confused with pallet-moving conveyors)
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New multi-touch control panel HMI for challenging installations
ABB’s new control panel portfolio expands upon the current CP600 platform to provide premium HMI for high-end applications and challenging … [Read More...]
New high performance clutch brake for outdoor power equipment
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An apocalypse that wasn’t – The rare earth mineral shortage
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SureStep IP65 rated stepper motors from AutomationDirect
AutomationDirect has added motors designed for washdown environments to its stepper systems product line. SureStep IP65 rated high-torque stepping … [Read More...]
Torque motor from ETEL now with integrated cooling system
In order to simplify the implementation of liquid cooling with torque motors and ease the mounting into direct-drive machine applications, ETEL … [Read More...]
New ABB drives bring enhanced control to DC installations
ABB’s new series of dc variable speed drives (VSDs) allow users with a large installed base to get better performance from their existing systems. … [Read More...]
POSITAL motor feedback kit encoders support 2- and 4-wire single-cable connections
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Gearmotors and reflected mass inertia from the load: Part 2
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CC-Link IE TSN and motion-control applications: Technical update for engineers
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mk North America introduces CAD360! conveyor modeling tool
Leading conveyor system designer and manufacturer mk North America has announced the official release of a new online conveyor modeling tool — CAD360! … [Read More...]
Mach III Clutch Inc. supplies mechanical friction torque limiter for fish-barrier hoist
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What is plugging for electric motors?
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ATI hosting Automation Expo at expanded HQ in North Carolina
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Applied Motion to exhibit integrated servo motors, servo drives, stepper drives at Automate
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Variable frequency drive with integrated functions for roll-to-roll applications
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New four-quadrant PWM regenerative drive from American Control Electronics
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High-torque synchronous belt for industrial applications
Gates has introduced the PowerGrip GT4 belt, a newly designed ethylene elastomer (EE) high-torque synchronous belt for industrial markets. The … [Read More...]
Integrated servo motor offers design benefits for mobile robotic applications
Applied Motion Products’ new series of integrated servo motors combine a high torque density, low inertia servo motor with an on-board drive and … [Read More...]
What is pitch in the context of conveyors?
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PTDA Foundation accepting nominations for 2019 Wendy B. McDonald Award
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When do tubular linear motors outperform traditional iron core and ironless designs?
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PTDA forecasting slowing growth trend for 2019
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Kevin Barker selected as new president of Beckhoff Automation LLC
Barker to manage operations of US Beckhoff subsidiary Beckhoff Automation is pleased to announce that Kevin Barker has been appointed the new … [Read More...]
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