One of the electromagnetic principles that governs the operation of an electric motor is Faraday’s law, which states that when the magnetic environment of a coil of wire is changed — whether by moving the magnet and coil relative to each other or by changing the magnetic field — a voltage, or electromotive force (EMF), will […]
Motors
Portescap integrates driver into new mini brushless dc motor
Portescap’s new 22ECP miniature brushless dc motor includes an integrated driver to optimize motor performance and simplify installation. The new 22-mm diameter motor is just 35 mm in length and delivers 50 percent more continuous torque than comparable brushless slotless miniature motors, without compromising smoothness of operation or motor lifespan. The new motor is the […]
Mars helicopter makes history with maxon’s precision motors
NASA’s Ingenuity helicopter has successfully completed its pioneering flight on Mars. This is the first time in the history of powered, unmanned spaceflight that a device has flown in a controlled manner on another planet. A short flight for “Ingenuity” but a big success for unmanned space flight. NASA’s Mars helicopter flew over the surface […]
Robotic bartender powered by Arduino-compatible controller and BLDC servo motors
Teknic’s Robotic Bartender uses one of Teknic’s new ClearCore controllers (Arduino compatible) and six ClearPath integrated servo motors. A small team of engineers were challenged to demonstrate the flexibility and power of the new controller. They came up with a robotic bartender that lets you order one of 130,000 possible drink combinations for the perfect […]
What are double- and triple-stack hybrid stepper motors ?
Of the three primary stepper motor designs — permanent magnet, variable reluctance, and hybrid — hybrid stepper motors are arguably the most popular in industrial applications, combining the best performance characteristics of permanent magnet and variable reluctance types. Hybrid stepper motors are constructed with a rotor made of two sections, or cups, with a permanent […]
PowerSTAR right angle gearmotor features advanced precision hypoid gearing
Bison Gear and Engineering designs and manufactures a complete line of standard and custom AC Right Angle Gearmotors and DC Right Angle Gearmotors. The gearmotors are used in applications such as industrial equipment, beverage dispensing, packaging equipment and conveyors. Bison’s line of right angle gearmotors provides the power and reliability to meet customers’ needs. PMDC […]
Motors – the heart of motion control systems
Electric motors are the engines of motion control and automation. A vast range of motion applications makes use of all kinds of motors, from stepper and servo motors to traditional brushed dc motors. Manufacturers are seeing a number of trends in motor design, based on changing industry demands. Below you’ll find what some of the […]
Gears and gearmotor trends — more customized designs
Gearing and mechanical power transmission, in its fundamentals, remains virtually unchanged. However, innovative variations are becoming increasingly common and include more custom gearing, compact designs, and better gearboxes and servo-gear sets. Manufacturers are offering designers more customized solutions via more in-house engineering resources, simplifying the design process. More custom solutions also means greater integration with […]
Teknic’s Hudson industrial brushless servo motors now available online
Teknic’s Hudson industrial grade brushless servo motors have been used by high volume OEM companies for over a decade. These rugged, reliable motors have powered automated equipment in a variety of markets including medical, AOI, and CNC equipment, just to name a few. These field-hardened, OEM-grade motors are now available online in both fast-ship and […]
Electric motors from maxon help Emirates Team New Zealand win 36th America’s Cup
Emirates Team New Zealand has won the historical 36th America’s Cup that endured extra challenges — including COVID-19, race cancellations, and delays that caused interruptions and last-minute tactical changes. The Kiwis have retained the oldest trophy in international sporting history. Creating a boat from simulation and the use of AI technology were big risks for Emirates […]
