A sine encoder is similar to an incremental encoder in design and function. Both devices measure either rotary or linear position changes and direction, and both are available with either optical or magnetic sensing technology. The primary difference between the two is that sine encoders supply position and direction information as 1 Volt … [Read More...]
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What is a sine encoder (aka sine-cosine encoder)?
A sine encoder is similar to an incremental encoder in design and function. Both devices measure either rotary or linear position changes and … [Read More...]
What’s the difference between ring, star, and bus network configurations?
Industrial networks are many and varied. They can be distinguished from one another in a variety of ways, one of which is the topology of the network; … [Read More...]
How are fast Fourier transforms used in vibration analysis?
Fast Fourier transforms are mathematical calculations that transform, or convert, a time domain waveform (amplitude versus time) into a series of … [Read More...]
New SmartSense24 sensorless brake and clutch monitoring from Regent Controls Inc.
Regent Controls, a Carlyle Johnson Company, now sells a SmartSense24 Sensorless Brake or Clutch Status Monitor. The first product of its kind, … [Read More...]
How is machine vibration defined?
Machine vibration is a normal, and typically unavoidable, result of moving and rotating parts, often caused by standard manufacturing and assembly … [Read More...]
John Uzzolino joins maxon Group to head up Parvalux product line in U.S.
maxon Group of Taunton, MA has hired John Uzzolino to head up the business development activities for the Parvalux product line in the United States. … [Read More...]
Bosch Rexroth to showcase Factory of the Future technology at The Assembly Show
Bosch Rexroth will showcase its intelligent, step-by-step approach to building the Factory of the Future in booth 531 during The Assembly Show 2019, … [Read More...]
New DieQua PGW Series hollow-bore-output planetary reducers
Now DieQua Corp. (solution-based supplier of gear drives) sells PGW Series reducers in variations that are particularly suitable for belt and … [Read More...]
Is EtherCAT on the rise for motion applications?
For motion control and machine automation, the EtherCAT networking protocol has been slowly gaining acceptance, garnering more interest from both end … [Read More...]
New microprocessor-based digital dc drives from AutomationDirect
The IronHorse GSD8 series of dc drives is a microprocessor-based design with non-volatile memory storage that is programmable with adjustable … [Read More...]
New standalone accessory cards from American Control Electronics prevent false alarms
The new CMC Series standalone accessory cards from American Control Electronics provide an adjustable current limit alarm for any dc motor controller, … [Read More...]
What is a motion profile?
Servo applications require defined, controlled movements, often to move a part to a specified position at a precise velocity or along a predetermined … [Read More...]
Invitation from Schneeberger: Integration of Motion Control Solutions event
Schneeberger is pleased to invite you to join the global leaders Copley Controls, Oriental Motor, Renishaw, Schneeberger, and Tecnotion at a private … [Read More...]
Motion technologies and software for next-generation eBikes
Since their emergence in the early 1990s, eBikes have undergone a steady series of improvements in range, reliability, and performance that have won … [Read More...]
New EC042B IDEA Motor with CANopen from Haydon Kerk Pittman
Haydon Kerk Pittman now sells the latest addition to its popular line of brushless dc motors — the EC042B IDEA Motor Series now with CANopen … [Read More...]
New BXW model spring-actuated brakes from Miki Pulley
Miki Pulley’s BXW spring-actuated electromagnetic brakes provide reliable dynamic braking when the power is disengaged and excellent performance in … [Read More...]
Programmable logic controller features built-in IIoT capability
Weintek has integrated CODESYS and IIoT Gateway into the cMT-CTRL01 - IIoT Programmable Logic Controller. The new model with built-in CODESYS, in … [Read More...]
QC Conveyors launches curve belt conveyors in partnership with Motion06
QC Conveyors has expanded their product offering to include the Motion06 curve belt conveyor modules. Motion06 recently joined the Duravant family via … [Read More...]
What happens when a multi-turn encoder reaches 4096 turns?
One of the first decisions when choosing a rotary encoder is whether it should provide incremental or absolute position feedback. That choice … [Read More...]
Absolute encoders from Encoder Products Co. now with PROFINET
The Model A58HE and Model A58SE Ethernet-ready, multi-turn absolute encoders from Encoder Products Company (EPC) are designed for harsh factory and … [Read More...]
Control Techniques announces new distribution agreement with Kaman Industrial Technologies
Control Techniques announces an enhanced distribution agreement with Kaman Industrial Technologies (KIT) to supply general-purpose ac drives in the … [Read More...]
Next-generation kit angle encoder for motion feedback from RFS Elektronik
RSF Elektronik’s next-generation kit angle encoders for motion feedback are best suited for applications in robotics, semiconductor, medical and … [Read More...]
Brushless, slotted motors for surgical applications offer in excess of 500+ sterilization cycles
Portescap’s new SM series of surgical motors are designed to meet the demanding requirements for surgical devices at a more cost-effective price … [Read More...]
New harmonic gearing on 1.8° flat PKP series stepper motors from Oriental Motor
Oriental Motor now sells a new PKP Series stepper motor. The offering includes a 51-mm (2.0-in.) frame size harmonic gearhead for the 42-mm (1.65-in.) … [Read More...]
What are some connectivity options for smart motors?
The class of motors known as “smart” motors continue to see a steady increase in use in many industrial applications. A smart motor is essentially a … [Read More...]
Integrated motors ensure reliability in high-acceleration food & beverage machines
Applied Motion Products offers StepSERVO Closed Loop Integrated Motors for closed-loop servo control of position, velocity and torque resulting in … [Read More...]
What is hunting in the context of motion control and how is it addressed?
When a linear or rotary axis must follow a predefined move profile to reach or maintain a precise position, speed, or torque, a closed-loop servo … [Read More...]
Video: Yaskawa GA800 ac drive for industrial applications
In a recent Design World video with my super-smooth colleague Mike Santora, I got the chance to play with a GA800 ac drive demo from Yaskawa America … [Read More...]
Video: What is a torque limiter?
Torque limiters are mechanical and electromechanical power-transmission devices that protect machine sections (or workpieces they’re servicing) from … [Read More...]
Ultra-thin magnetic angle sensors from Novotechnik U.S.
The new Vert-X 05E Series of magnetic rotary position sensors from Novotechnik U.S. feature a compact, flat housing with interfaces that include … [Read More...]
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- B&R safety controller boosts intelligent safety for mobile equipment
- What is safe motion monitoring?
- What ancient myths can teach us about today’s technology
- New motion server allows control of 128 motion axes
- What are IIoT sensors for motion systems?
- What is the Machinery Directive and how does it relate to motion system safety?
- Voice coil motor with internal shaft, bearing features high continuous force
- Getting to the point in precision
- New micro brakes for servo motor applications from Ogura
- What are OSCAT files and how do they relate to CODESYS?
- Environmental effects on motion components in robots
- Kollmorgen showing motion innovations at PACK EXPO 2019
- ETEL adds EtherCAT option to its AccurET controls
- New integrated motors feature Power over Ethernet (PoE) for space-constrained and remote locations
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