Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Motion Controls",
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 High-speed rotary stage offers spindle alternative from
Aerotech, which we summarised at the time by saying "The ADRH 100 features backlash and cog-free, direct-drive servomotor technology with a directly coupled precision encoder for excellent servo bandwidth and maximum stiffness".
A few weeks before,
we featured the news release Rotary motion simulators provide high accuracy from
Aerotech: "Range is aimed at dynamic in-process testing of gyroscopes, MEMS sensors, accelerometers and other rate table applications requiring ultraprecise rotational profiling".
In December 2007, we covered the news from MiniTec UK
concerning its Profile System
- take a look at Machine framing systems in print
which says: "New catalogue includes an engineering reference for structural calculations along with assembly hints, processing tools and a gallery of application examples".
Take a look also at the news release from Aerotech, Rotary stages excel at angular accuracy,
as well as Steppers solve wiring conundrum from McLennan Servo Supplies,
and Motors combine accuracy and power savings from Motion Drives and Controls.
See also:
Servomotor system suits a range of machinery
(September 2007)
The Lexium motion controller is sufficiently powerful to require no other PLCs for many applications
Motor fast delivery service launched
(September 2007)
Aerotech's fast delivery service does not incur additional costs and is available throughout Europe
Motion control distribution deal reached
(September 2007)
ACS Motion Control's integrated drives are software configurable for AC servo, brushless DC or brushed DC motors
Servo drives receive upgrade
(July 2007)
The uprated SimplIQ firmware supports two new absolute encoder feedback options, an encoder via CAN mode, and on the fly drive temperature indication to analyse the drive's thermal operating zone
Stepmotor offers smooth microstepping
(July 2007)
Mclennan Servo Supplies' i-Stepmotor offers smooth microstepping speed performance with zero position loss
Stepper motors offer high output torque
(June 2007)
The H3 stepper motor features larger diameter, sealed ball race bearings with an improved bearing retainer and O-ring design to provide higher axial and radial shaft loading
Video measurement machines improve productivity
(March 2007)
OGP's Starlite non-contact video measurement machines are manually operated but offer many semi-automatic features such as auto-edge detection and focus
Gearbox provides space-saving solution
(March 2007)
Heason Technologies new TwinSpin gearbox offers a zero-backlash precision positioning solution in a compact and sealed housing
Distribution deal covers SMAC range
(March 2007)
A new agreement allows LG Motion to sell and support the SMAC range, with its proprietary linear motor technology that allows programmable control of speed, position, and force
Rotary actuators offer high precision
(February 2007)
A new range of high-precision rotary actuators takes full advantage of the bearing reducers' output torque to size ratio by combining its robust sealed housing with three motor technologies
Roller table can be adapted to fit the application
(January 2007)
A new heavy duty chain-driven gravity roller table can transport loads of up to 300kg amd may be specified in working lengths and widths, with adjustable height to match the customer's application
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
Profile connects distributed control functions
(May 2006)
A new profile standardises the interconnection of motion controllers using the new Sercos III Industrial Ethernet-based standard for motion control
Expanded role for Pickering
(March 2006)
Tony Pickering, Danfoss Motion Controls UK Sales Director, has been appointed to head up sales across Northern Europe
High power drives shrink to half size
(February 2006)
A new high power platform is designed for VLT 5000 Series, VLT 4000 Series, VLT 6000 HVAC Series and VLT 8000 Aqua Series variable frequency drives
Sercos suppliers come together in Nurenberg
(December 2005)
Eleven members of Sercos Interface participated in a joint booth at last month's SPS/IPC/Drives trade fair in Nurenberg, presenting their Sercos products and components in a joint Sercos booth
Tiny digital servo drive is ideal OEM product
(November 2005)
Inmoco has introduced one of the world's smallest digital servo drives: the Whistle, from Elmo Motion Controls
Direct-drive stages boast outstanding precision
(August 2005)
WaferMax series direct-drive positioning stages combine high-throughput production performance with outstanding precision in a compact and low-height design
Digital servo drive embeds onboard
(July 2005)
Available now from MotionLink is the stunning new ZDR digital servo drive from Advanced Motion Controls
Compact format for drives up to 350hp
(July 2005)
New compact enclosures provide a complete control solution in nearly any industrial, HVAC or water and wastewater application that uses variable frequency drives for machine and process control
New profile to focus on distributed control
(May 2005)
The Sercos trade organisations have set up a new technical working group to specify a profile for distributed control functions in modular machines and systems
Controller contract complements motion portfolio
(May 2005)
Mclennan Servo Supplies has been appointed as official distributor and systems integrator for the Delta Tau product range
Drive promises cost-effective solutions
(April 2005)
The AutomationDrive FC300 is based around a 'common platform' concept to run any application of any rating on a production line
News on the Cleveland Motion Controls from NEE Controls
(April 2005)
Cleveland Motion Controls has acquired NEE Controls, located in Gateshead, UK and Maumee, USA
Brushless DC motor combined with speed control
(March 2005)
Bodine Electric Company's combined brushless DC motor and speed control operates from a regulated 24V DC power supply
Module takes legacy servos onboard
(September 2004)
The NServo digital controller module provides interconnectivity between Aerotech's award winning FireWire based A3200 digital automation platform and existing analogue servo drives
Decentral motion control solutions explained
(August 2004)
Danfoss North America Motion Controls has published a new 'Decentral motion control solutions' catalogue
Electromechanical range has all axes covered
(August 2004)
Micromech has been appointed by Isel to distribute its comprehensive and competitive range of electromechanical components and systems throughout the UK
Brooks brings motion control expertise
(May 2004)
Wago has hired Walter Brooks as Regional Sales Manager covering the area of Georgia and South Carolina
Recovery begins in European motion controls market
(March 2004)
During 2002, Western Europe experienced a significant economic downturn that had a detrimental effect on the European market for motion controls
Second Shanghai facility to smooth Chinese supply
(December 2003)
Moog has officially opened its new facility in the WaiGaoQiao Free Trade Zone, close to its existing facility in JinQiao, in the Pudong district of Shanghai
European electric drives market set for rebound
(August 2003)
A new study provides evidence of a rebound from the recent poor developments in the European electric drives market
Investment helps boost market share
(July 2003)
The world market for variable speed drives experienced a considerable drop during 2002, with a number of prominent drive suppliers suffering reduced sales and lost market share
College adopts Sercos as motion-control standard
(September 2002)
The Centre for Automation and Motion Control of Alexandria Technical College has joined Sercos NA