Gearmotors use gears to reduce speed, which makes more torque available. The kind of gears used in gearmotors have an impact on the available torque, but also on things like noise levels and accuracy. In fact, one of the more common sources of inaccuracy in gearmotors is due to gear backlash. So reducing the amount of backlash will lead to a more … [Read More...] about How to get zero backlash out of gearing?
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POSITAL upgrades acceleration-compensated dynamic TILTIX inclinometers -
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Fast set-up of motor control systems from igus with no lengthy programming -
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PI’s motion-amplified piezo actuators and grippers are designed for speed
PI offers P-545 PInano piezo stage family
PI offers a series of piezo-flexure controlled nanopositioning stages for high-resolution microscopy and material science applications. The P-545 … [Read More...] about PI offers P-545 PInano piezo stage family
Announcing the 2024 LEAP Awards in motion control
Now in its seventh year, Design World’s annual Awards in Leadership in Engineering Achievement Program highlights innovation and engineering … [Read More...] about Announcing the 2024 LEAP Awards in motion control
POSITAL upgrades acceleration-compensated dynamic TILTIX inclinometers
POSITAL has upgraded its Dynamic TILTIX inclinometers (tilt sensors) with enhanced signal processing algorithms, significantly improving their ability … [Read More...] about POSITAL upgrades acceleration-compensated dynamic TILTIX inclinometers
New compact precision gearboxes in 055 frame size from Neugart
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PI’s motion-amplified piezo actuators and grippers are designed for speed
The piezoelectric effect directly converts electrical energy into mechanical motion. PI uses this effect for high-precision, solid-state-based … [Read More...] about PI’s motion-amplified piezo actuators and grippers are designed for speed
Aerotech expands XA4 PWM servo drive series
Aerotech Inc., has expanded its Automation1 XA4 PWM servo drive series. Designed to provide users with a high-performance, cost-competitive option, … [Read More...] about Aerotech expands XA4 PWM servo drive series
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POSITAL upgrades IXARC absolute encoders with EtherNet/IP interface
POSITAL has introduced new versions of its IXARC absolute encoders with the common Ethernet/IP interface. These new models feature three rotary … [Read More...] about POSITAL upgrades IXARC absolute encoders with EtherNet/IP interface
Rockwell enhances safety series with launch of Logix SIS
Rockwell Automation, Inc. builds on its safety technology portfolio with the launch of Logix SIS, a cutting-edge safety instrumented system (SIS) … [Read More...] about Rockwell enhances safety series with launch of Logix SIS
Festo introduces innovative stepper motor for CMMT-ST DC servo drive
Festo has created a seamless product environment for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) designing servo-motion solutions for electronic light … [Read More...] about Festo introduces innovative stepper motor for CMMT-ST DC servo drive
Magnetic guide sensor with angle measurement enhances mobile robot path following
Naviq's new MTS160 is a state-of-the-art magnetic guide sensor for mobile robots, featuring patented angle measurement capabilities with 1-degree … [Read More...] about Magnetic guide sensor with angle measurement enhances mobile robot path following
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PI released an ultra-low-profile Z-Tip-Tilt stage designed for demanding alignment applications in optics, semiconductors, precision assembly, and … [Read More...] about New Z-Tip-Tilt nanopositioning stage from PI is wear-free
CIP Safety module for ABB drives
ABB has introduced its CIP Safety FSCS-21 Function Module compatible with its ACS380 (Machinery), ACS580 (General Purpose) and ACS880 (Industrial) … [Read More...] about CIP Safety module for ABB drives
Kinematics appoints Kyle Zech as new chief operating officer
Kinematics has announced the appointment of Kyle Zech as the new chief operating officer (COO) as of August 2024. "I am honored to step into … [Read More...] about Kinematics appoints Kyle Zech as new chief operating officer
Trio adds safety functionality to flexible servo drive, increases voltage to 480 V
Trio Motion Technology has updated its DX3 EtherCAT servo drive with functional safety Safe Torque Off (STO), meeting safety levels SIL3 and PLe. The … [Read More...] about Trio adds safety functionality to flexible servo drive, increases voltage to 480 V
Ogura creates new brochure for gas and battery turf care market
Ogura Industrial has created a new brochure to highlight the wide variety of solutions provided in the turf care market, for both gas and battery … [Read More...] about Ogura creates new brochure for gas and battery turf care market
Maxon’s new ESCON2 DC controller elevates precision, speed, and torque management
Maxon has unveiled its latest innovation: the ESCON 2 controller. This advanced speed and current controller, designed for micro motors, significantly … [Read More...] about Maxon’s new ESCON2 DC controller elevates precision, speed, and torque management
Rapid prototyping capabilities for motors
Rapid prototyping for plastic parts is one thing, but when components are more complex designers are forced with selecting from a limited catalog or … [Read More...] about Rapid prototyping capabilities for motors
Redex USA to showcase advanced machine tool drives at IMTS 2024
Redex USA has announced it will showcase its portfolio of high-performance drives for machine tool applications at IMTS Level 3, Booth 236016. The … [Read More...] about Redex USA to showcase advanced machine tool drives at IMTS 2024
What is a servo system, really?
The word servo has become synonymous with the words servomotor, servomechanism, and servosystem to indicate a closed-loop controlled system. By … [Read More...] about What is a servo system, really?
High-resolution, dual-axis lift and pitch stages from OES
New high-precision dual-axis ZVR-60-60 Series of lift and pitch stages from Optimal Engineering Systems, Inc. (OES) feature 60 mm +/- 2 mm (2.362 in. … [Read More...] about High-resolution, dual-axis lift and pitch stages from OES
Avoiding common issues when tuning an inverter to an electric motor
A little knowledge of some key factors and potential issues can help smooth the process of tuning an inverter to an electric motor. Patrick … [Read More...] about Avoiding common issues when tuning an inverter to an electric motor
Cam followers feature space-saving polymer outer ring design
IKO International’s CFL Series cam follower boasts a unique, space-saving outer ring design and polymer layer that exceeds the capabilities of … [Read More...] about Cam followers feature space-saving polymer outer ring design
New patented wave spring from Rotor Clip engineered for EV market
Rotor Clip has launched its new, patented InterShim Wave Spring design. Engineered for high-acceleration electric motor applications, this innovative … [Read More...] about New patented wave spring from Rotor Clip engineered for EV market
Compact, multi-purpose I/O interface from Beckhoff
Beckhoff’s new EL8601-8411 EtherCAT Terminal offers interface flexibility in a compact, 12-mm-wide design. With up to 12 signal interfaces (8 x DI, 2 … [Read More...] about Compact, multi-purpose I/O interface from Beckhoff
Timken to acquire CGI Inc.
Engineered bearings and industrial motion company The Timken Co., has agreed to acquire CGI Inc., a Nevada-based manufacturer of precision drive … [Read More...] about Timken to acquire CGI Inc.
PI’s V8 piezo-walk technology powers nanopositioning stages
Physik Instrumente’s new N-332 nanometer-precision linear stage family, configurable to multi-axis setups of XY, XZ and XYZ, is designed for high-end … [Read More...] about PI’s V8 piezo-walk technology powers nanopositioning stages
Dan Lisowsky to lead ECM PCB Stator Industrial OEM Products Division
Design and software firm ECM has tapped executive Dan Lisowsky to head a new unit dedicated to serving leading manufacturers in the development of PCB … [Read More...] about Dan Lisowsky to lead ECM PCB Stator Industrial OEM Products Division
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