The DMC-3x01x Motion Controller Series is Galil’s latest generation single-axis motion controller. It uses a 32-bit RISC processor to provide higher speed than older models. Like all Galil controllers, programming the DMC-3x01x is simplified with two-letter, intuitive commands and a full set of software tools for servo tuning and analysis. The DMC-3x01x Motion Controller Series feature: Available as a compact card-level or box-level unit […]
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What determines worm gear efficiency, and is it really that low?
Worm gears are often used for their ability to provide very high reduction ratios (and high torque multiplication) in a compact, single-stage design. But traditional thinking says that these benefits come at the expense of efficiency. Here, we’ll look at the factors that determine worm gear efficiency and how to get the benefits they provide […]
Where brushless servo motors have the edge
While there are many motor types to choose from, brushless servo motors have some advantages that make them the motor of choice in many applications. Bob Merrill Product Manager Servo motors ABB There are many motor types out there for engineers to choose from, and which is the best selection depends on each individual application. […]
Sizing a dynamic brake resistor
Dynamic brakes in electric motor drives divert rising DC bus voltage seen during load deceleration. Here we explain how to size the resistors that process that voltage. By Lawrence Kren | Contributing writer Dynamic brakes divert rising DC bus voltage to an appropriately sized resistor where that voltage is then dissipated as heat. This process […]
Pertinent operating conditions for ac gearmotors and motors
Nameplate values stipulate the limits at which a motor or gearmotor can safely operate. To operate the motor either over or under the nameplate rated limit can degrade motor performance and safety. Let’s now review some of these restrictions and the consequences of ignoring them. Tim Oliver, V.P. of Engineering • Bodine Electric Co. Operating […]
Railway relies on advanced backstopping clutch technology
The famous Mount Washington Cog Railway in New Hampshire has been transporting visitors to the highest peak in the Northeastern US since 1869. At the summit, 6,288 ft above sea level, the mountain experiences some of the most extreme weather conditions in the world with wind chill temperatures down to -102°F. A directly measured surface […]
Renishaw’s Advanced Manufacturing Roadshow makes November stop in Michigan
Renishaw’s Roadshow rolls into Auburn Hills, Michigan next month with the aim of delivering solutions to advanced manufacturing challenges faced by the automotive, aerospace, medical and electronics industries, as well as precision manufacturers and scientific and research analysis operations. The two-day event features morning and afternoon presentations with metrology experts answering questions on the significant […]
Bronze, Silver, and Gold 2022 LEAP winners in motion control announced
The fifth annual LEAP Awards — celebrating leading engineering achievements in product design — was the largest yet. 2022 LEAP categories were divided across the four WTWH Media brands of Design World, Fluid Power World, Fastener Engineering, and EE World. The 14 categories include Additive Manufacturing • Advanced Materials • Connectivity • Embedded Computing • […]
Copia Automation’s DeviceLink simplifies backup and change detection for industrial automation devices
Industrial automation software developer Copia Automation announced the release of its newest product DeviceLink , delivering automated backup and change detection for industrial control devices. DeviceLink extends the value of Copia’s source control platform. Cloud-hosted and Git-based, Copia empowers controls engineers to unlock the advantages of DevOps workflows in driving greater team efficiency, code quality, […]
Best practices for designing automated production lines
The newest generation of factory automation technologies is transforming production lines in every major industry — from consumer-packaged goods and electronics manufacturing to electric vehicles and battery production. As automation technology becomes increasingly sophisticated and connected, manufacturers are exploring new ways to add flexibility, achieve higher productivity, and capture real-time insight across operations. But not […]
