Variable frequency drives have an Achilles Heel. Even though the VFD itself is protected against damaging electrical conditions, the drive's power cables can fail when subjected to heat...
The use of additive fabrication processes is what differentiates direct digital manufacturing (DDM) from conventional manufacturing methods, and it is from these technologies that unique advantages and opportunities arise.
Far from being a matter of semantics, there is a big difference between flexible and flexing cables. In this whitepaper, we discuss the differences between a flexible cable and one that is designed...
Many of the problems that surround cable failure, especially in extreme and harsh operating environments, could have been avoided by selecting the correct cable from the outset. In today's world of...
Think of heat-shrink tubing as the duct tape for electrical wiring on the factory floor. It can be used for preventive maintenance to avoid problems, and it is a wonderful tool for making minor repairs to cables...
Variable frequency drives have an Achilles Heel. Even though the VFD itself is protected against damaging electrical conditions, the drive's power cables can fail when subjected to heat...
Discover how the Machine Automation Controller evolved to handle high-speed, high axis count applications that require exacting synchronization as it integrates multiple technologies—motion, vision, logic and I/O—all without sacrificing performance.
Based on years of experience in selecting the correct polymer system for our customer’s special engineering applications, we thought we would share some of the lessons learned.
Predicting the life of rubbery sealing elements used in severe environments, represented by high temperature and/or aggressive fluids, is rather difficult.
Controlling the flow of liquid or gas by means of a fixed orifice is largely dependent upon controlling all the variables that may effect the coefficient of discharge ( cd value) of the orifice
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Control system developers must quickly respond to changing performance, safety and feature requirements. Learn how the Intel® Industrial Control Reference Design facilitates the migration to a flexible modular architecture, simplifying system development.
Too often the coating of parts is an afterthought for design engineers. Rather than being a part of the discussion in the early stages of design, designers try to solve problems with coatings at the point of manufacturing...
Variable frequency drives have an Achilles Heel. Even though the VFD itself is protected against damaging electrical conditions, the drive's power cables can fail when subjected to heat...
Metal bellows are utilized in applications where quality, dependability and long life are critical requirements. In this whitepaper, Servometer® evaluates the use of an electrodeposited metal bellows as...
Achieving High Performance: A Collaborative Approach for Motion Control Solutions is a white paper that allows design engineers and machine builders to better understand and leverage the role of an...
Discover how the Machine Automation Controller evolved to handle high-speed, high axis count applications that require exacting synchronization as it integrates multiple technologies—motion, vision, logic and I/O—all without sacrificing performance.
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Avago’s new ACE Q100 grade optocouplers, the ACPL-K4xT/K7xT series has signifi cantly lower LED driving current compared to conventional optocouplers, thus lowering system...
Metal bellows are utilized in applications where quality, dependability and long life are critical requirements. In this whitepaper, Servometer® evaluates the use of an electrodeposited metal bellows as...
Home energy systems based on renewable sources such as solar and wind power are becoming more popular among consumers and gaining increasing support from governmental bodies. Such systems, however, need fault protection...
Everyone wants to save energy. It costs less to use less energy. It’s the “green” and “cool” thing to do. And if you are in the market for a motor, the government may soon pay you to replace your inefficient motors with new...