Delta Computer Systems (Vancouver, WA) announced their RMC-Serial motion controller, which they claim is a high-performance, cost-effective interface to a process controller, whether PC, PLC or custom system. The RMC-Serial motion controller combines multiple communication protocols with optical isolation and software-selectable transceivers, giving it, the company believes, a highly versatile, industrial-hardened communication platform. The RMC-Serial's […]
International Rectifier (El Segundo, CA) has designed a motor drive power-management architecture, positioned between the micro- or DSP-controller and the motor, to...
Delta Computer Systems (Vancouver, WA) has announced direct connectivity to the state-of-the-art ControlLogix Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), via Delta's new Ethernet RMC motion controller. Delta's new high-performance, accurate motion controller, with its Ethernet field-bus communications supporting the applications protocols of the Allen-Bradley ControlLogix PLC, will provide solutions for industry's the automation control needs in applications […]
Kollmorgen Corp. (Radford, VA) has announced the release of its new high-resolution sine encoder option for the Kollmorgen Platinum DDL (Direct Drive Linear) frameless permanent magnet brushless servomotor. Typical applications are inspection, pick-and-place machines, and gantry systems. The new sine encoder provides position information to the drive in the form of analog sine/cosine signals. The […]
Kollmorgen Corp. (Radford, VA) announced the release of its new high-resolution sine encoder option for the Kollmorgen Goldline DDR (Direct Drive Rotary) brushless servomotor. Typical applications are rotary tables, indexing assembly machines and film coating. A direct drive motor is a new alternative for industrial motion-control applications that require high torque, flat profile and maintenance-free […]
Kollmorgen Corp. (Radford, VA) announced the release of its new high-resolution sine encoder option for the Kollmorgen GOLDLINE XT brushless servomotor. The motor offers high torque density, a proprietary interior magnet design that delivers low cogging and a next-generation motor design. Typical applications are high-speed registration, film coating and web control. The sine encoder on […]
Precision MicroDynamics Inc. (Victoria, BC) has released their newest software, MotionTools v1.2. This software is a full-featured graphical front-end used for accessing and controlling the company's motion-control cards. MotionTools can run on a local host computer containing a Precision MicroDynamics motion card. It can also be used as a motion-control Internet browser to control servomotors […]
Motorola Inc.'s (Austin, TX) Semiconductor Products Sector released a portfolio of embedded controllers and software optimized for motor control systems found in home and industrial products. Motorola said its new portfolio is designed to help manufacturers increase energy efficiency and safety in their products. The DSP56800 architecture combines the traditional control functions of an MCU […]
Texas Instruments Inc. (TI, Houston, TX) announced that devices with performance of 40 MIPS are now available for its TMS320C24x DSP motor-control generation. TI claims that the 30-percent performance boost illustrates their progress toward reaching 400 MIPS performance, their goal for the recently announced TMS320C28x core. The C24x DSP generation includes 13 fully code-compatible flash […]
As part of its effort to enable leading-edge technological developments in the auto industry, Infineon Technologies Corp. (San Jose, CA) introduced the TLE4942, an integrated hall-effect sensor jointly developed by Infineon and Robert Bosch GmbH (Stuttgart, Germany) for wheel-speed detection in anti-lock braking systems. The TLE4942 is designed to reduce the overall cost of the […]
Schneeberger Inc. has introduced a series of miniature profile guideways designed for use in cost-sensitive precision motion-control applications that require tight packaging. The MiniRail Series is a family of robust, tow-row miniature guideways made from stainless steel. An advanced ball-retainer design simplifies assembly and maintenance reducing the total cost of implementation and increasing application flexibility. […]
The MMC-EC040036-05P300A brushless motor controller from Maxon Precision Motors Inc. (Burlingame, CA) provides electronic commutation for brushless dc motors. Feedback is achieved...
HD Systems Inc. announced the SHF-14-2H miniature hollow-shaft gear units. Targeted for use in machine tools, robotics and automation applications, these units...
Haydon Switch and Instrument Inc. (Waterbury, CT) recently introduced its Size 17 hybrid linear actuator. The company believes that this actuator's high-performance...
Haydon Switch and Instrument Inc. (Waterbury, CT) has introduced a splash proof linear actuator designed for use in harsh environments where it...