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Hall-effect Sensors in Electric Motors and Linear Applications

Hall-effect Sensors in Electric Motors and Linear Applications

Learn about how Hall-effect sensors are used in linear and electric motor applications, including brushed and brushless DC motors. 


Brushed vs. Brushless DC Motors

Brushed vs. Brushless DC Motors

Modern circuitry and technology have allowed innovations in DC motor applications, leading to distinct differences between brushed and brushless DC motors.


Three-Phase Motors with Twelve Wires

Three-Phase Motors with Twelve Wires

Of all types of three-phase motors, the twelve-wire motor provides the most options for connecting based on voltage and system configuration (wye or delta). Learn the details and wiring options of these versatile motors.


Linak Develops New Plug and Play Linear Actuator Designed for Durability

Linak Develops New Plug and Play Linear Actuator Designed for Durability

Linak recently designed and released the LA36 Long Life, a new linear actuator built for various environments.


News Feb 23, 2021 by Seth Price
New Siemens Actuator Line Designed for Small Valves and Multitasking

New Siemens Actuator Line Designed for Small Valves and Multitasking

Siemens announced its latest range of actuators for valves, which provide low-noise operation for automation use.


News Feb 19, 2021 by Robin Mitchell
Examples of Synchronized Motion Control in Different Industries

Examples of Synchronized Motion Control in Different Industries

Learn about some of the fascinating examples of synchronized motion control throughout installations, manufacturing, and advanced robotics.


Three-Wire vs. Six-Wire Three-Phase Motors

Three-Wire vs. Six-Wire Three-Phase Motors

Three-phase motors with three or six wires have limited options for wiring, but are easier to use and have important roles to play. Learn the difference between three- and six-wire three-phase motors for low and high voltage applications.


Digital Education for Hands-On Manufacturing Skills

Digital Education for Hands-On Manufacturing Skills

Learn about the future of manufacturing education and potential digital solutions to help people gain hands-on skills.


A Look at High-Precision Fluid Dispensing

A Look at High-Precision Fluid Dispensing

Specialized industrial, medical, and research applications require fluids to be dispensed with high accuracy and precision. Due to the differing physical properties exhibited by different fluids, this can be challenging. 


New QuickStick HT 5700 Inverter from Rockwell Designed for Material Handling

New QuickStick HT 5700 Inverter from Rockwell Designed for Material Handling

Rockwell Automation recently announced their latest motor inverter for their QuickStick linear motor system, the QuickStick HT 5700 Inverter.


News Feb 05, 2021 by Robin Mitchell
Comparing Single-Phase vs Three-Phase Motors

Comparing Single-Phase vs Three-Phase Motors

In this article, learn the differences between single- and three-phase motors, including how each one works and applications best suited for each type.


Latest 3-Phase AC-DC Power Supplies from Absopulse Designed for Industrial Applications

Latest 3-Phase AC-DC Power Supplies from Absopulse Designed for Industrial Applications

Absopulse recently announced its latest AC-DC 5kW power converter for rugged environments.


News Feb 02, 2021 by Robin Mitchell
Controlling VFDs with Manual Inputs

Controlling VFDs with Manual Inputs

To increase the flexibility of a motor control system, a variable frequency drive (VFD) is a common device that solves many motor control problems. In this article, learn how to control manual input of VFDs.


GE Set to Provide T408 Turboshaft Engines to U.S. Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR)

GE Set to Provide T408 Turboshaft Engines to U.S. Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR)

GE has been awarded a $111.9 million contract to provide additional T408 turboshaft engines to NAVAIR, according to a press release earlier this month.


News Jan 22, 2021 by Seth Price
An Introduction to Synchronized Motion Control

An Introduction to Synchronized Motion Control

Learn about what synchronized motion control is, including its different types and applications.


Common Motor Windings and Wiring for Three-Phase Motors

Common Motor Windings and Wiring for Three-Phase Motors

This article looks at some common windings and wirings for three-phase motors, including internal Wye windings and low and high voltage wirings.


Parker Hannifin Releases a New PMAC Motor for the HEV Industry

Parker Hannifin Releases a New PMAC Motor for the HEV Industry

Parker Hannifin introduced the GVM-310, a new PMAC motor for the Electric Vehicle (EV) and Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) industries.


News Jan 14, 2021 by Seth Price
Introduction to Advanced Motor Control Circuits

Introduction to Advanced Motor Control Circuits

This article looks at a few of the more advanced motor control circuits for a three-phase motor.


How Pulse Width Modulation is Used in Variable Frequency Drives

How Pulse Width Modulation is Used in Variable Frequency Drives

In this article, learn how variable frequency drives make use of the principle of pulse width modulation to create analog-type signals from a digital source, such as with motor drives.


Phoenix Contact Offers New High-Voltage DC/DC Converter

Phoenix Contact Offers New High-Voltage DC/DC Converter

Electrical engineering firm Phoenix Contact has released the TRIO 1500 V DC/DC converters for high-voltage applications.