Technical Articles
Oriental Motor USA has published these technical articles:
(Machine and Motion Controllers)
From this Article:
AC induction motors are the workhorses that power many types of conveyors to transport materials. However, there's a smaller but mightier type of motor that can help enhance the design and performance...
(Motor Controls and Drives)
From this Article:
Encoders are typically installed on the motors inside a machine to precisely track their position and speed. Encoder feedback closes the loop and can be used to enhance motion control accuracy and...
(Motors)
From this Article:
This article introduces the key innovations of the powerful AZX Series, which is a uniquely different servo motor and driver system designed to be easier to use and more cost-effective than...
(Linear and Rotary Motion Components)
From this Article:
An end effector, such as an electric gripper, is an essential part of industrial robots. More importantly, using the right gripper for the load being transferred prevents damage while improving...
(Motor Controls and Drives)
From this Article:
CVD Series stepper drivers are the best choice for PKP Series high-torque stepper motors due to their unique abilities to reduce different types of motor vibrations and optimize performance....
(Motor Controls and Drives)
From this Article:
In the factories of the future, wireless motion control will offer unprecedented flexibility for mobile machines and space-constrained applications. This comprehensive guide walks engineers through...
(Motors)
From this Article:
For speed synchronization applications like a dual belt labeling conveyor, multiple motors must run at the same speed. What is the best type of motor to use and what are the methods to achieve this?...
(Motors)
From this Article:
Gearheads play a crucial role in motor performance optimization. Each type of gear offers its own features and characteristics, and the gear ratio alters a motor's output torque and speed. By...
(Motors)
From this Article:
Selecting a gearhead for a stepper motor is like picking out the right shoes for the occasion. Sure, you can wear Air Jordans on a football field, but they're not better than a pair of regular cleats....
(Motors)
From this Article:
For machine designers who typically specify 3-phase AC induction motors and VFDs to meet variable speed requirements, brushless DC (BLDC) motors can be a cheat code to designing smaller, lighter, and...
(Machine and Motion Controllers)
From this Article:
A network-compatible multi-axis driver can save space and reduce costs by combining multiple stepper motor drive circuits in a single product and minimizing the number of wires necessary to control...
(Machine and Motion Controllers)
From this Article:
In this article, we're diving deeper into two stepper motor types: high-resolution type and encoder type; and how they can be used to improve precision in critical laboratory automation applications...
(Motor Controls and Drives)
From this Article:
Servo motor systems are expensive but great for demanding applications that require high speed, peak torque, or feedback. Stepper motors are cost-effective but do not offer the peace of mind of...
(Machine and Motion Controllers)
From this Article:
Learn how Oriental Motor's compact and easy-to-use small industrial robots, robot controllers, and software can help simplify robotic automation....
(Motors)
From this Article:
This article highlights the advantages of brushless motors and stepper motors for driving a peristaltic pump, which is among the most common motor applications in medical, pharmaceutical, biotech, and...
(Linear Actuators)
From this Article:
Pneumatic linear actuators and electric linear actuators are often compared for linear motion requirements that do not require the high forces of hydraulic linear actuators. Here are 15 factors that...
(Motor Controls and Drives)
From this Article:
Semiconductor wafers are the foundation of semiconductor chip manufacturing. The growing demand for semiconductors, driven by technological advancements like AI, IoT, and robotics, makes it crucial to...
(Motor Controls and Drives)
From this Article:
Drivers provide power and logic to various types of motors and are essential components of any motion control application. This article explains the pros and cons of building a stepper motor driver...
(Linear and Rotary Motion Components)
From this Article:
The popularity of micro linear actuators has been steadily increasing, driven by the need to increase productivity in confined spaces. To help meet the demand of the miniaturization trend, Oriental...
(Motors)
From this Article:
The best motor is the one that meets the application requirements. However, when both servo motors and stepper motors satisfy the basic requirements of a positioning application, it's important to...
(Motors)
From this Article:
Tension control is a niche application that is not easy to implement. Using the right type of motor is the first step to success. Hint: you don't always have to use a servo motor....
(Motors)
From this Article:
AC motors are the workhorses of industrial automation. They're robust, easy to use, and offer a wide product breadth. What do you do if they stop working, and you don't have a spare?...
(Motors)
From this Article:
Motors exhibit noise. The important thing to know is how you distinguish normal noise from abnormal noise, and how to troubleshoot....
(Motor Controls and Drives)
From this Article:
The level of troubleshooting you can perform depends on your knowledge of the system. This blog post provides the basics of troubleshooting for stepper motor systems....
(Motor Controls and Drives)
From this Article:
While AC induction motors and VFDs are often the go-to choice for speed control applications, several other alternatives are available, from servo motors to AC motors with tachometers. However,...
(Motors)
From this Article:
Historically, stepper motors are not rated by watts like AC motors or servo motors. So...how would you compare a stepper motor to a servo motor or a brushless motor?...
(Machine and Motion Controllers)
From this Article:
Modular automation is the next phase of factory automation where a production line is separated into modules and can be quickly reconfigured for different purposes. We're ready for this. Are you?...
(Motor Controls and Drives)
From this Article:
In today's fast-paced industrial landscape, the role of conveyors has become more crucial than ever. These systems efficiently move materials, products, and goods, for numerous industries, from...
(Machine and Motion Controllers)
From this Article:
Motors with built-in electromagnetic brakes enhance safety by preventing unexpected movement during power failures, which is crucial for medical applications where precision, safety, and reliability...