Motion and Controls Reference Materials

Description: Enjoying life to the fullest - Taking carefree strolls through shopping malls, cycling with friends or perhaps going on a mountain hiking tour. With the right leg prosthesis, being active can be part ...

Description: Inspecting flooded pipes of power plants requires skilled, high-precision handling. And the robotic vehicles have to be optimized accordingly, for example to dive 20 m deep. The new seawater ...

Description: Triathlon and time trial racing are gaining more and more fans every day. Technological innovations, such as an electronic drivetrain, are highly sought-after components when every second counts on ...

Description: Modular Packaging Systems relies on Brother gearmotors to build reliable, worry-free packaging machinery for its demanding pharmaceutical customers. ...

Description: In the aviation industry, a wide range of applications is controlled by actuators. For example, they are used to control and limit velocity and engine speed by adjusting levers and flaps. In many of ...

Description: The upcoming company YLOG builds autonomous robots for transporting containers at logistics companies. The Autonomous Intelligent Vehicle (AiV) helps to cut energy costs and to optimize the use of ...

Description: Implantable pump systems are used to treat many medical conditions - including ascites. Severe disorders are frequently the cause for this symptom. To control the fluid that has collected in the ...

Description: The kinetic sculptures of the Korean artist U-Ram Choe are composed of acrylic resin, stainless steel and moving elements, and have been fascinating people for two decades. To breathe life into his ...

Description: Intelligent robot systems are increasingly being used in disaster control, rescue missions and salvage operations - wherever it is too dangerous for humans. Robots that can look for survivors after an ...

Description: We did not find any little green men on Mars, but we did find dried out lakes and river beds. The NASA missions keep discovering new secrets of the red planet. Always on board: Reliable DC motors by ...

Description: For the past three decades, French company LPG has been offering a special treatment for tightening skin and tissue, using mechanical stimulation powered by maxon motors. ...

Description: The recovery of petroleum and natural gas requires constant innovation and improvement of technology. This technology used for deep drilling processes are exposed to extreme environmental conditions. ...

Description: Intra-aortic pump powered by miniature brushless DC motors provides heart failure patients an aid to help hearts rest and heal. ...

Description: Finding the right motor is one of the core elements in the selection of dynamic drive components. Due to their high starting torque maxon DC motors with or without brushes are the perfect matches for ...

Description: Losing a hand in a tragic event turns everyday tasks into a constant battle. Nothing is the way it was before and even small things suddenly seem impossible. The high-tech Michelangelo Hand prosthesis ...

Description: The tendon-controlled humanoid robot created by the University of Tokyo has more than 160 artificial muscles and is the result of many years of experience. Around 100 brushless maxon motors ensures ...

Description: Around 5.5 million burglaries are committed worldwide every year - more than ten per minute on average. Using secure doors significantly reduces the risk of a house being broken into. The Spanish ...

Description: oday, various microassembly tasks present ever greater challenges to drive technology. Whereas the microcomponents and systems are continuously getting smaller, the development of production systems ...

Description: There are a multitude of sleep diseases and sleep disorders - therefore there is also a large range of available therapy options. Respiration devices for use in clinics and those for home use have one ...

Description: maxon motor spent several months working alongside Instrument Design Technology (IDT) to customize a small, brushless motor to perform in the extreme vacuum conditions of the synchrotron. This article ...

Description: The CVK series is a stepper motor and DC input driver package with higher torque, lower vibration, and higher accuracy than conventional stepper products. We have developed a 1.8° product with an ...

Description: Thanks to this study, magnetic linear drives now allow for motion in 6 axes with positioning and guiding accuracy,never before achieved, in the range of a few nanometers. This is based on a ...

Description: We've partnered with Arduino in order to bring you the highest quality PLCs on the market and so you can have more control options than you ever thought possible with linear actuators ...

Description: In recent years, greater accuracy and better reliability are demanded of motors, especially motors used in critical positioning applications. Such systems typically utilize encoder feedback with ...

Description: An electric linear actuator is a combination product consisting of a linear mechanism and an electric motor, and when pre-assembled offers an easier design, shorter installation time, and high ...

Description: In order to meet various requirements, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and motors/drivers in equipment have been connected in numerous ways, such as pulse train, digital I/O, and fieldbus ...

Description: The U.S. efficiency regulations for industrial electric motors have been in place since October 1997 when the Energy Policy Act of 1992 (EPAct 92) set minimum efficiency levels for 1- through ...

Description: Mark your calendar for March 9, 2015. The United States Department of Energy issued a Final Rule in March of 2010 mandating energy efficiency levels be increased - effective March 9, 2015. The rule ...

Description: ABB TZIDC Intelligent Positioner with Remote Sensor helps achieve precise control of the boiler combustion air dampers for reduction of emissions, while reducing maintenance and operating costs. ...

Description: The pipette is a basic fluid control tool for transferring tiny amounts of liquids. Electronic or motorized pipettes are an ergonomic alternative to manual pipettes and an efficient way to increase ...

Description: Fans, blowers, and other air/fluid movement products have benefitted from many technology improvements in recent decades, primarily with the long life and controllability offered by electrically ...

Description: Speed reducers can be critical components of transmission systems. Used in a wide range of industries and applications, speed reducers are often found in applications like conveyors, lifts, and ...

Description: The stepper motor is both a creation and an enabler of the modern era of electronic products. As a technology enabler, it is a key element providing the small, low-cost, precise motion needed for ...

Description: Drainage line: Before filling the motor with hydraulic fluid. Lay the drainage line in a way that the motor cannot drain off causing air to build up within the housing. Filtering: Max. admissible ...

Description: In Industrial motor or servo control applications, accurate current measurement is a critical as part of the control loop. Not only has the current measurement need to be as accurate as possible, it ...

Description: The new ACPL-302J is a smart gate drive optocoupler that improves isolated power supply and simplifies gate drive design. The ACPL-302J features an integrated  flyback controller for DC-DC ...

Description: Fuji Electric's AC Drives are features in "Driving Longevity: The Impact of Drives on the Lifespan of Appliances" in the October 2014 issue of the Appliance Design. ...

Description: 8 questions to ask your workforce and assess the level of engagement, satisfaction, and engagement of your manufacturing workforce. ...

Description: A UK designer and manufacturer of large off-highway earth moving equipment had a recent challenge involving the hoods on some of their larger trucks. The larger earth moving trucks had become so ...

Description: For motors under 2HP, many factors need to be considered when choosing which technology to choose ...

Description: BLDC motor/drive technology offers many benefits, and with lower cost become a serious application solution ...

Description: The benefits of Lean Manufacturing include greater efficiency, high quality and reduced space, waste and inventory. Lean manufacturing benefits customers too! ...

Description: Here, we give you five simple steps to avoid common errors when evaluating motion-control requirements. This list doesn't cover every possible scenario or error, but it's a starting point. ...

Description: A robot as agile as a snake can explore almost any hidden nook and cranny. ...

Description: Building the best motion system for your needs can be a real challenge. But there are a few key things to consider when designing a system that will ensure you have the best motion system for your ...

Description: With a flexible body that compensates misalignment and protects other components in the transmission system, UNE-FLEX couplings can be produced in accordance with the requirements of regulation ...

Description: Golf is becoming increasingly popular and has become a common recreational sport. In the spring and summer millions of people around the world head to the greens to work on their handicap or to just ...

Description: Learn everything you need to know on installing your linear electric actuator. ...

Description: RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) is a directive from the European Union (EU) that restricts the use of six hazardous materials commonly found in electrical and electronic products. In ...

Description: Our step-by-step, exhaustive guide to actuator installation. If you need help installing your linear electric actuator, read this first. ...

Description: Renewable energy is one of the hottest topics today, and one of the main priorities of the country. Thatâ s why Stirling Energy Systems, Inc. of Phoenix recently signed an agreement to construct a ...

Description: Electric motors are often required to meet various industry standards and national codes in addition to specific application requirements. The more common of these standards and codes are explained in ...

Description: What is the most important expectation from a Servo Controller worthwhile called a good one? At present, many products named "Industrial Servo Controller" are in the market; however, to select a good ...

Description: You have a few options when it comes to fitting your linear actuators when its too long or too short. ...

Description: Jesse Engineering Co. in Tacoma, Washington was hired as the primary contractor to design and build a Passenger Boarding Gangway system that would facilitate the loading and unloading of cruise ships ...

Description: Have you got questions about lead screws and linear electric actuators? We have answers. ...

Description: At SDP/SI, our application engineers frequently deal with customers whose requirements extend beyond our standard product offering. In these cases, they are able to work together to create unique ...

Description: maxon drives also play an important role in model making - for example, many locomotives run their rounds powered by maxon motors. But even crazier things can be found in the world of model making: ...

Description: One advanced technology company is taking on the challenge of developing hand-held, robotic surgical instruments to help patients hurt less and heal faster. High torque maxon motors ensure jerk-free ...

Description: Throttles on drive and auxiliary engines on off-highway vehicles have traditionally been controlled by cables connected to the driver's cab. Problems with this approach include the need to place ...

Description: For this application the arm was required to be held when no power was applied, so Hitachi knew they needed a power off brake supplier. Hitachi chose Ogura, and their technical team, design ...

Description: Solar panels have become more popular over the last 20 years to help reduce our energy bills as well as have less of a carbon foot print on the environment. The main issue that has plagued solar panel ...

Description: TSA Manufacturing in Omaha, Neb., provides steel products and services to the construction, precast concrete, and structural steel markets. One machine-a thread roller that makes long steel threaded ...

Description: This paper revisits a non regenerative active front end system that has been studied in the past but offers significant improvements to make it acceptable to the drives industry. A three-phase current ...

Description: The process of wire drawing has in effect changed very little over the years. It uses a combination of a die and/or a series of dies to draw wire to a selected gauge. Drawn wire is in many ...

Description: When motion network communications contain errors or create alarms, consider four quick-fix alternatives before redesigning a control panel. These include looking at the problem and solutions, ...

Description: Many organizations want to save energy because of increasing costs for electric power. Costs for electricity vary widely across the U.S., with most utility rates rising steadily for a variety of ...

Description: In a competitive marketplace, details help differentiate one product from another. A thoughtful feature or a more rugged design can make all the difference. Consumers who buy based solely on price ...

Description: When selecting the appropriate servo motor for a motion control application, one must know the inertia of the load being rotated. Most servo motor manufacturers have software for sizing applications ...

Description: Automatic retry can double the noise immunity of real-time industrial Ethernet-based motion networks. ...

Description: Automatic retry can double the noise immunity of real-time industrial Ethernet-based motion networks. ...

Description: Designers of real-time motion control systems expect Ethernet-based motion networks to transport cyclic command and feedback data at specified intervals with perfect data integrity. The designer's ...

Description: When specifying a motion control system for, say, a pick-and-place application on an automated assembly line, engineers have two choices.motion control and robotics One option is to design and build a ...

Description: When an electric motor is driven by a variable frequency drive (VFD), electric power delivered to the motor is regenerated while the motor decelerates by applying negative torque to the motor shaft. ...

Description: Servo systems are a basic building block of industrial automation. Many of the moving parts in industrial automation equipment are controlled by servos, and understanding how servos function gives a ...

Description: Semiconductor processing equipment is a notoriously demanding application for motion control engineers. Extreme precision, reliability and smoothness are absolute requirements. At the same time, space ...

Description: Choosing the appropriate servo technology can make all the difference when it comes to maximizing the potential of a machine design. Each individual application has a unique set of requirements that ...

Description: Servicing wind generators with an exterior basket/elevator system allows for more freedom of movement and increases safety. ...

Description: Gruvön's paper mill annually produces 600 000 tons (1,323 million-lb) of sulphate paper pulp. In the wood room the bark is removed and the chipping machine hacks up the timber. ...

Description: Elastomer Jaw Couplings: Not All are Created Equal ...

Description: As a manufacturer of safety couplings and torque limiters, we are often asked to provide some assistance in calculating the moment of inertia of various loads, in order to aid in selecting the ...

Description: Rotating mass of about 15 tons and a belt speed of 31 m/s. Due to the low temperatures of the region, which can go down to -40 °C (-40 °F), the already stiff polyamide belt type initially used was ...

Description: BD clutches must initially be selected to match the available SAE flywheel and housing offered on the prime mover. Subsequent study must be made to ensure that the clutch unit selected is capable of ...

Description: Last year, a Pumps & Systems reader asked about variable frequency drives (VFDs) and motors... ...

Description: Worldwide, an estimated 185 million people use a wheelchair daily. A company based in Auck-land (New Zealand) has developed innovative robotic technology that helps people with mobility impairment get ...

Description: When sizing high performance drive components, proper shaft fit is an important consideration in helping to maintain concentricity and balance in the rotating equipment. In v-belt drives, chain drives ...

Description: Uses and calculations for a planetary gear assembly ...

Description: Electric linear actuators are the logical companion of the new mobile, compact manufacturing trends that will soon become the norm. Here's why: ...

Description: If you're new to electric actuators or automation, this article will teach you how to easily calculate duty cycle. ...

Description: Reducing engineering design time for new linear motion system projects is integral to lower overall costs and faster time to market. This article is intended to help you reduce design time by ...

Description: With the AIRCAP®, Mercedes-Benz offers for its E-Class Convertible an automatic draft stop that can be activated at the push of a button, thus greatly reducing turbulence in the interior. ...

Description: An interview with Lesli Riehemann, Mach III's president of 11 years. ...

Description: In the May Medical Trendwatch issue of Design News, there was an article featuring Oguras permanent magnet brakes for targeted biopsy ...

Description: In the February 2012 issue of Motion System Design, Ogura contributed both pictures and information regarding the current trends in braking technology. Ogura's information was focused in two separate ...

Description: In the May issue of the Design News Medical Trend Watch, an article by Ogura showed how eye doctors were using a spring-applied clutch to achieve a finer control of a vision testing table. The article ...

Description: In the October issue of Design News, there was an article featuring Oguras OPC-80 magnetic particle clutch for a system that helps detect bedrock for anchoring oil platforms. ...

Description: Millions of people every day use the products of one of the leading escalators and moving walkways companies in the world. Their escalators and moving walkways effectively transport people safely, ...

Description: Made to relocate water, the floating pump is a unique piece of equipment that moves water from a place of plenty to a place where it is needed. Or it can work in the opposite - removing water from an ...

Description: A bipolar stepper motor has two windings. The current through each winding is varied in order to rotate the stepper motor. This article describes microstepping theory, three modes of operation (full ...

Description: The concept of fatigue resistance in flexible shaft coupling design has been highly valued by R+W since its inception in 1990. For much of its first two decades in business the company focus was ...