Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Motion Control Systems",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Engineeringtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Ethernet eases motion control installation from
Micromech, which we summarised at the time by saying "Automation users want Ethernet to keep up with the higher-performance motion control systems now available, a desire that is sometimes at odds with the abilities of standard Ethernet".
A few weeks before,
we featured the news release Servo drive eases distributed automation from
LG Motion: "Measuring under 78 x 78 x 32 mm, the microMaxR intelligent servo drive can be mounted very close to the motor on any automated machine with short motor power and feedback cabling".
In September 2007, we covered the news from Festo
concerning its CMMS-ST motor controller
- take a look at Stepper motors cut costs
which says: "Festo's CMMS-ST controller and EMMS-ST stepper motor combination delivers up to 6.5nm torque and speeds up to 2000rev/min".
Take a look also at the news release from Motion Solutions Australia, Motion control aids nuclear research,
as well as Servo drives receive upgrade from Inmoco,
and Servo drives provide speed and versatility from Copley Controls Corp.
See also:
Company chooses the right motor for the task
(April 2007)
Servo Sizing Solutions offers both design consultancy and training to engineers
Drives combine linear and PWM amplifier technology
(March 2007)
Aerotech's new Ensemble CP/MP/CL intelligent drives seamlessly combine linear and PWM amplifier technology for brushed and brushless servos
Network cuts installation time
(March 2007)
To cut the lead-time for installation and also improve the control system of the machine, CT Systems proposed the use of ASi Safe from Siemens Automation and Drives
I/O profile announced for Sercos Ethernet version
(December 2006)
The Sercos trade organisations have announced the completion of an I/O profile for Sercos III, the Ethernet based version of the Sercos interface
Tables cut the cost of positioning systems
(December 2006)
Modular positioning tables provide extremely cost effective manual and motorised positioning solutions for medium precision manufacturing and research applications
Miniature stepper boasts precision and torque
(November 2006)
EMS has the latest miniature stepper motor from Arsape, a member of the Faulhaber Group, and leader in high-precision micromechanical stepper motors
Online CAD models boost e-commerce
(October 2006)
Techno is averaging 400-500 CAD downloads per month using online product selection tools from Catalog Data Solutions
Automation delivers health benefits
(October 2006)
Nick Brooker, Marketing Manager of SKF Actuation and Motion Control Division, look at the way developments in industrial automation are helping health professionals to revolutionise patient care
Fieldbus enable flexible machine control
(October 2006)
Profibus is being used by CSi for its customised flexible palletisers, enabling assembly operations to be simplified and time saved, plus the need for cabinet space is reduced
Motion control systems raise machine productivity
(September 2006)
Servo and stepping systems feature a high accuracy step angle that reduces noise and vibration and a 50% improvement in torque, resulting in streamlining of machine productivity
Software moves from CAD to motion control
(August 2006)
NI Motion Assistant 2.0 is the latest version of the interactive software for prototyping single- and multi-axis motion control systems
Brushless motors suit direct drive applications
(June 2006)
Brushless motors manufactured by Motion Control Systems (MCS) provide a wide range of flexible motor solutions for frameless direct drive motor applications
Joysticks smooth out servo control
(May 2006)
Controller/drivers for servo control of NEMA 17, 23 and 34 frame stepmotors accommodate a simple analogue joystick input to control position, velocity or torque
Motion profile boosts industrial Ethernet standard
(May 2006)
The CIP Motion Drive Profile establishes the technical foundation for the implementation of multi-axis, synchronised motion control on EtherNet/IP
Frameless motors create more torque
(March 2006)
Large motors are ideally suited to applications where slow accurate speed and high torque are essential
Online service boosts motion control sales
(March 2006)
Online catalogue helps US firm increase sales of motion control system tenfold by showing potential customers how the product will work in their designs
NEC show combination a hit with visitors
(March 2006)
More than 5500 visitors flock to NEC for two-day event comprising block of ten industrial shows leading organiser to declare the event a success
Encoders made easier to connect
(March 2006)
Motion control component connector for photoelectric switches and proximity sensors has it use expanded to include encoders
Beans mean simpler programming
(February 2006)
Software components library eliminates the programming problems required to develop motion sequences in the complex language of motion control systems
CD contains over 900 pages of product data
(February 2006)
The latest updated product CD from Servotechnic now includes the range of precision stepper motors, drives and gears from Lin Engineering
Appointment to make mark on northern sales
(January 2006)
Coventry-based systems integration company appoints Area Sales Manager for the north of the UK with responsibilities for developing sales of the company's automation and work handling products
Firms agree on Ethernet marketing
(January 2006)
NEC Electronics and Siemens agree marketing deal for Ertec graded family of enhanced real-time Ethernet controllers based on the Profinet industrial Ethernet standard
Aerotech adds demo room to training facilities
(December 2005)
Aerotech adds 50m2 demonstration room to its training facilities in Aldermaston, aimed at helping customers solve application problems and reduce system commissioning time
Control for mid- to high-volume multi-axis motion
(December 2005)
The PMac2-PC/104 from Micromech Systems delivers motion control for mid- to high-volume multi-axis motion control systems
Brochure covers fluid sensors
(December 2005)
Balluff introduces brochure on sensors for fluid technology
Gear system helps robot lighten its load
(October 2005)
An innovative hollow shaft gear system has helped Reis Robotics to make significant weight reductions to the operating arm of its latest six-axis CO2 laser robot
Mayr Systems Division links up with Pilz
(September 2005)
German company Chr Mayr has agreed to transfer its Mayr Systems Division to Pilz
Motors are designed for demanding applications
(September 2005)
Servotechnic offers a range of high performance, large diameter frameless brushless motors and high-power drives manufactured by Motion Control Systems (MCS) for demanding direct drive applications
DSP based motion controller takes servo onboard
(September 2005)
A new device provides full featured and high-performance alternative to PC-card hardware based motion control systems with significant cost and time saving benefits
Drive systems are optimised for precision
(September 2005)
As UK sales agent for Motion Control Systems (MCS), Servotechnic now offers a range of high-speed low-vibration brushless motors and drives
Motion solutions for the professional
(August 2005)
LG Motion is a new motion control and automation systems company, aiming to provide innovative and cost effective solutions for demanding applications in science and industry
Robotic gantry speeds into position
(August 2005)
The RoboSpeed two-axis gantry system combines high accuracy with extremely rapid component acceleration and positioning
News on the Motion Control Systems from Servotechnic
(August 2005)
Servotechnic has been appointed as UK sales agent for Motion Control Systems
Ethernet offers simpler distributed motion control
(June 2005)
Ethernet based systems are becoming more widely used because the hardware required for faster data handling is now less expensive and readily available, says Gerard Bush of Inmoco