Motion Control & Mechatronics
Topics include feedback, control system design, motors, motion control schemes, actuation, and mechatronics.
- Actuators (117)
- Algorithms (33)
- Controllers (84)
- Motion Hardware (210)
- Motion Sensing (56)
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Sensor-resolution specs are not always presented in a way that allows direct comparison between sensors.
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Drawings for our PLC and other automation product lines are available for download. These drawings are full scale and in...
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Conventional thermal models can be inaccurate enough to cause trouble when servomotors get pushed to their limits.
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Those whiz kids at Darpa are at it again. This time they want to use technology to let soldiers carry up to 220 lb in backpacks over all types of terrain,terrain vehicles can't get through, and for extended lengths of time.
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Direct-drive technology seems to be an ideal way to increase productivity, accuracy, and dynamic performance. It can also lower costs, simplify designs, and reduce wear.
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New actuators borrow ideas from linear motors to provide controlled displacement on a budget.
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Our on-line CAD library contains 2D files in .dwg for AutoCAD and .dxf for other systems; and 3D files for Pro/Engineer and STEP. Access to our other on-line CAD drawings is now integrated into our on-line catalog.
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The key to many motion applications is in sizing the drive components lying between the motor and load
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