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The new EP741x motor-driven roller conveyor controller provides sensorless control of 24 V to 48 V brushless DC motors,…

The new EP741x motor-driven roller conveyor controller provides sensorless control of 24 V to 48 V brushless DC motors, features EtherCAT, and includes optional safe torque off via FSoE.

Turck placed a spotlight on decentralized control concepts, highlighting several product lines at MODEX: MDR controls,…

Turck placed a spotlight on decentralized control concepts, highlighting several product lines at MODEX: MDR controls, multiprotocol fieldbus, and RFID inventory tracking solutions.

Migrating from open to closed-loop motor control can be tricky: resolution, form factor, signal protocol, programming…

Migrating from open to closed-loop motor control can be tricky: resolution, form factor, signal protocol, programming compatibility… EPC brought a wide variety of solutions to MODEX 2026.

Fluke’s RotAlign Core and Elite improve shaft alignment with faster setup, real-time feedback, and reduced measurement errors.

Fluke’s RotAlign Core and Elite improve shaft alignment with faster setup, real-time feedback, and reduced measurement errors.

The GA501 microdrive for AC motors supports six different industrial protocols and is available for induction, permanent…

The GA501 microdrive for AC motors supports six different industrial protocols and is available for induction, permanent magnet, and synchronous reluctance motor operation up to 40 HP.

MODEX 2026 in Atlanta will showcase robotics, motion control, and logistics technologies shaping modern supply chains.

MODEX 2026 in Atlanta will showcase robotics, motion control, and logistics technologies shaping modern supply chains.

From simulation to deployment, NVIDIA’s ecosystem is reshaping robotics with AI, data, and real-time control.

From simulation to deployment, NVIDIA’s ecosystem is reshaping robotics with AI, data, and real-time control.

With force-aware learning, UR AI Trainer enables robots to train using real-world data, improving automation performance.

With force-aware learning, UR AI Trainer enables robots to train using real-world data, improving automation performance.

Motor speed control can be a tricky process, due to the variety of options. In a VFD, speed can be controlled using fixed…

Motor speed control can be a tricky process, due to the variety of options. In a VFD, speed can be controlled using fixed values, digital or analog signals, or communication networks.

Faulhaber’s BXI Series integrates motor, gearhead, and encoder into a compact drive for precise, high-torque robotic…

Faulhaber’s BXI Series integrates motor, gearhead, and encoder into a compact drive for precise, high-torque robotic joint movement.

Kyntronics’ mission is to combine servo control with hydraulic actuators to form hybrid motion control. Our engineering…

Kyntronics’ mission is to combine servo control with hydraulic actuators to form hybrid motion control. Our engineering team posed a few questions in hopes of learning more about this technology.

The software development kit for low-voltage three-phase brushless motors gives designers the power of AI and machine…

The software development kit for low-voltage three-phase brushless motors gives designers the power of AI and machine learning without requiring years of experience.

The IE5+ permanent magnet synchronous motors are now available in size 112, extending the line’s power range to 15 hp…

The IE5+ permanent magnet synchronous motors are now available in size 112, extending the line’s power range to 15 hp while still maintaining high energy efficiency.

KUKA, Leuze, and Dunkermotoren preview new robotics, sensor, and drive technologies ahead of their intralogistics…

KUKA, Leuze, and Dunkermotoren preview new robotics, sensor, and drive technologies ahead of their intralogistics demonstrations at LogiMAT 2026.

The latest IE5+ motor from Nord adds a larger frame size to support higher power while maintaining high efficiency across…

The latest IE5+ motor from Nord adds a larger frame size to support higher power while maintaining high efficiency across varying speeds and loads.

Showcase, manufacturing, repair, and research: Join Control.com for a recap of our team’s recent visit to the US HQ of…

Showcase, manufacturing, repair, and research: Join Control.com for a recap of our team’s recent visit to the US HQ of Mitsubishi Electric Automation, and see where the magic happens.

Learn about precharge circuits, inrush current, and understand why VFD and servo drives may trip during power-up.

Learn about precharge circuits, inrush current, and understand why VFD and servo drives may trip during power-up.

The joint actuator delivers up to 140 Nm of peak torque and supports EtherCAT communication, targeting robotic joints…

The joint actuator delivers up to 140 Nm of peak torque and supports EtherCAT communication, targeting robotic joints requiring high torque, efficiency, and precision.

The Palladio stepper drives feature on-machine installation to simplify wiring, reduce electrical noise, and enhance…

The Palladio stepper drives feature on-machine installation to simplify wiring, reduce electrical noise, and enhance positioning in motion-control applications that require reliability and precision.