Latest Motors & Motion Controls Articles

Categories

An Overview of Integral Gain

An Overview of Integral Gain

This article discusses the meaning of integral gain and how to calculate integral gain to achieve better control results.


Nanotec Unveils New Compact Captive Linear Actuator With High Positioning Speed

Nanotec Unveils New Compact Captive Linear Actuator With High Positioning Speed

High-performance drive solutions company, Nanotec Electronic, revealed a new linear actuator with a 35 mm flange.


How to Troubleshoot Encoders with an Oscilloscope

How to Troubleshoot Encoders with an Oscilloscope

In this article, learn the different errors that keep an encoder from working correctly and how to troubleshoot issues using an oscilloscope and other T&M tools.


Parker Hannifin Releases New Fully Programmable Parker Servo Drive (PSD)

Parker Hannifin Releases New Fully Programmable Parker Servo Drive (PSD)

Parker Hannifin expands its Parker Servo Drive family range with the addition of a fully programmable drive.


News Jul 17, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
Soft vs. Direct On-line Motor Starting

Soft vs. Direct On-line Motor Starting

Get to know the hows and whys of choosing the proper start-up method of motors in different applications.


Quality Protocols and Verification Master Plans for Manufacturing Facilities

Quality Protocols and Verification Master Plans for Manufacturing Facilities

Manufacturing plants must follow certain safety protocols set to them by governing bodies in their countries. Learn about key verification protocols (IQ, OQ, and PQ) and how to properly set up a verification master plan.


Encoders vs. Resolvers: Applications and Characteristics

Encoders vs. Resolvers: Applications and Characteristics

Learn the general characteristics of encoders and resolvers; these two components may seem to have much in common but are used in very different applications.


Pushing for Integration of EtherNet/IP in New Servo Drives and VFDs

Pushing for Integration of EtherNet/IP in New Servo Drives and VFDs

KEB America announced their S6 and F6 drives will integrate EtherNet/IP. What are the S6 and F6 drives, and how will they benefit from the integration of EtherNet/IP?


News Jul 01, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
Danfoss Reveals New MBS 1600 Pressure Transmitter for the Plastics Industry

Danfoss Reveals New MBS 1600 Pressure Transmitter for the Plastics Industry

Multinational engineering firm Danfoss just released a new pressure transmitter optimized for the plastics industry.


Yaskawa Adds New Compass Software to IEC Environment for Motion Control

Yaskawa Adds New Compass Software to IEC Environment for Motion Control

For processes in additive manufacturing, robotics, and machine tool programming, Compass enables an intuitive and customizable HMI for all the end user’s needs.


News Jun 23, 2020 by Leah Scully
Utilizing Exoskeleton Robots for Industrial Applications

Utilizing Exoskeleton Robots for Industrial Applications

Learn all about exoskeletons, a way to fuse robotics and humans in ways that can help the manufacturing process while protecting the human body from excessive strain.


FAULHABER Releases Integrated Speed Controllers for Flat Motors

FAULHABER Releases Integrated Speed Controllers for Flat Motors

Faulhaber announced the latest DC servomotors, the BXT range, that incorporates speed controllers for light-weight applications.


News Jun 18, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
How to Convert Gray Code to Binary for Encoders

How to Convert Gray Code to Binary for Encoders

The sensors in absolute encoders output Gray code sequences which require some complicated conversion methods to be properly used. This article shows how to take the Gray code used by absolute encoders and convert it to binary.


An Introduction to Gray Code for Encoders

An Introduction to Gray Code for Encoders

This article introduces Gray code, a specialized binary arrangement necessary for absolute encoders to communicate with controllers.


Yamaha Motor Launches New Linear Conveyor Module LCMR200

Yamaha Motor Launches New Linear Conveyor Module LCMR200

This article discusses how this is a unique product based on its features, updates from the predecessor, and the product applications.


News Jun 10, 2020 by Akshay Kumar
How Does Motion Planning for Autonomous Robot Manipulation Work?

How Does Motion Planning for Autonomous Robot Manipulation Work?

Learn all about visual servoing and motion planning to create an autonomous robot!


C&K Introduces New Ultra-Soft Feedback Tactile Switch Series

C&K Introduces New Ultra-Soft Feedback Tactile Switch Series

C&K released a range of tactile switches that provide enhanced haptic communication with ultra-soft feedback.


News May 28, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
How Is CNC Technology Evolving to Meet Industry 4.0 Needs? 

How Is CNC Technology Evolving to Meet Industry 4.0 Needs? 

In this article, we will be looking at how CNC technology is changing to stay relevant, and why they are still important in modern production lines.


News May 19, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
Predicting Motion Control in Soft Robots: Researchers Discover Breakthrough in Real-Time Physics Engine

Predicting Motion Control in Soft Robots: Researchers Discover Breakthrough in Real-Time Physics Engine

The findings come from a collaboration between the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), and Carnegie Mellon University.


Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. Launches FR-E800 Series of Variable Frequency Drives

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. Launches FR-E800 Series of Variable Frequency Drives

Mitsubishi Electric Automation introduces its new series of variable frequency drives with multi-purpose inverter and more.


News May 08, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida