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Oriental Motor has updated its MRCU series to be able to control up to eight axes from one compact unit that combines the…

Oriental Motor has updated its MRCU series to be able to control up to eight axes from one compact unit that combines the MRC01 robot controller and AZ series drivers.

In this article, we continue our tutorial by designing a simple structured text motion program and downloading it to the…

In this article, we continue our tutorial by designing a simple structured text motion program and downloading it to the onboard PLC.

In this article, we’ll explore the SBD drive series from CMZ, including setting up the motor, scaling and testing the…

In this article, we’ll explore the SBD drive series from CMZ, including setting up the motor, scaling and testing the axis, before creating a simple motion program in the onboard PLC.

Researchers have developed a robotic hand that features human-like dexterity without the need for complex programming,…

Researchers have developed a robotic hand that features human-like dexterity without the need for complex programming, thanks to the use of compliant materials.

SICK has launched ANS/ANM58 absolute encoders with PROFINET interface. The new encoders are designed for simple…

SICK has launched ANS/ANM58 absolute encoders with PROFINET interface. The new encoders are designed for simple integration and precise, reliable measurement in a variety of motion control applications.

In this article, we will learn how to set up a Mitsubishi FX PLC to drive a FR-D700 3-phase VFD, including detailed…

In this article, we will learn how to set up a Mitsubishi FX PLC to drive a FR-D700 3-phase VFD, including detailed parameter settings, wiring, and HMI integration.

Dunkermotoren has expanded its motor control platform to include the BG 75 dMove motor and the BGE 8060 dPro motor controller.

Dunkermotoren has expanded its motor control platform to include the BG 75 dMove motor and the BGE 8060 dPro motor controller.

Complex motion systems cannot exist without proper bearings and flexible guidance for wires and cables. Igus introduced…

Complex motion systems cannot exist without proper bearings and flexible guidance for wires and cables. Igus introduced not only new products, but also a community dedicated to sharing expertise.

Güdel was all about motion at Automate, featuring the new CoboMover, a 7th-axis linear cobot track, and a set of…

Güdel was all about motion at Automate, featuring the new CoboMover, a 7th-axis linear cobot track, and a set of incredible air bearings, which allowed one person to move a 6,300 lb robot easily!

Oriental Motor's booth illustrated a great example of product evolution beyond motors and servos to robots, all highly…

Oriental Motor's booth illustrated a great example of product evolution beyond motors and servos to robots, all highly customizable with controllers and software that makes the setup much easier.

Schneider Electric's Automate booth highlighted user experience and the smooth connection of everything from sensors and…

Schneider Electric's Automate booth highlighted user experience and the smooth connection of everything from sensors and actuators to full plant control with integrated hardware and software.

Check out a few of the technology and product demo highlights from leading control automation and robotics companies…

Check out a few of the technology and product demo highlights from leading control automation and robotics companies coming soon to Huntington Place in Detroit for Automate, May 12-15.

Kollmorgen has expanded its IC Ironcore direct drive linear motor lineup to include 400/480 VAC bus voltage rating,…

Kollmorgen has expanded its IC Ironcore direct drive linear motor lineup to include 400/480 VAC bus voltage rating, providing machine builders greater design flexibility for high-voltage applications.

Elmo Motion Control has launched the Titanium Maestro, a motion controller engineered to deliver fast, scalable…

Elmo Motion Control has launched the Titanium Maestro, a motion controller engineered to deliver fast, scalable multi-axis motion control with real-time EtherCAT communication for demanding industrial applications.

H-bridge circuits are commonly used to provide current switching capabilities to different electrical components in…

H-bridge circuits are commonly used to provide current switching capabilities to different electrical components in automated systems like motor control circuits, VFDs, and DC/AC current conversions.

In this article, we’ll connect a Festo CMMT to a Rockwell CompactLogix PLC, and as a bonus, we’ll add an HMI to…

In this article, we’ll connect a Festo CMMT to a Rockwell CompactLogix PLC, and as a bonus, we’ll add an HMI to provide some basic on/off and positional targeting controls.

The FR-D800 series inverters aim to save users time, power, and physical space across applications. The inverters support…

The FR-D800 series inverters aim to save users time, power, and physical space across applications. The inverters support both induction and permanent magnet motors and feature a USB-C connection so users can set parameters with ease.

Researchers at the University of California San Diego have designed a robotic gripper inspired by measuring tape. This…

Researchers at the University of California San Diego have designed a robotic gripper inspired by measuring tape. This gripping method has potential for use in agricultural applications, like soft fruit picking, and beyond.

Baumer has released the EB260 bearingless rotary encoder with proprietary LowHarmonics signal processing technology,…

Baumer has released the EB260 bearingless rotary encoder with proprietary LowHarmonics signal processing technology, which enables auto calibration to eliminate signal errors caused by physical inconsistencies.