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An Overview of Visual Servoing for Robot Manipulators

An Overview of Visual Servoing for Robot Manipulators

Robot Manipulators, also known as Robot Arms, are found just about everywhere nowadays seeing as their versatility puts them at the forefront of manufacturing innovation. In this article, learn about Visual Servoing and how it's used for industrial and commercial applications.


Predicting Motion Control in Soft Robots: Researchers Discover Breakthrough in Real-Time Physics Engine

Predicting Motion Control in Soft Robots: Researchers Discover Breakthrough in Real-Time Physics Engine

The findings come from a collaboration between the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), and Carnegie Mellon University.


What Is CNC Machining? A Look Into the History of This Technique

What Is CNC Machining? A Look Into the History of This Technique

CNC has played a crucial role in the industry by allowing production processes to be automated as well as provide repeatability. In this article, we will look at how CNC technology has changed over the years and where it is going in the future.


News May 01, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
A Look Into Rotary Encoder Types: Absolute and Incremental

A Look Into Rotary Encoder Types: Absolute and Incremental

This article looks at rotary encoders, covering the main types, introducing their characteristics, and introducing their key applications in control systems.


Baumer Introduces Advanced Heavy Duty Encoders Built for Industrial Environments

Baumer Introduces Advanced Heavy Duty Encoders Built for Industrial Environments

Are you choosing encoders built for harsh industrial environments?


News Apr 22, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
Companies Offer Expertise in Motor Control to Develop Open-Source Ventilators

Companies Offer Expertise in Motor Control to Develop Open-Source Ventilators

How do Monolithic Power System (MPS) ventilators work, and will it help with the COVID-19 crisis?


News Apr 17, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
New Motor Drive System Provides High Accuracy Motion and Repeatability

New Motor Drive System Provides High Accuracy Motion and Repeatability

This week Optimal Engineering Systems has released two new motor drive systems that provide high accuracy motion and repeatability. 


News Apr 14, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
Mitsubishi’s New MELSERVO-J5 Series With Motors, Encoders, and More

Mitsubishi’s New MELSERVO-J5 Series With Motors, Encoders, and More

Mitsubishi introduces the J5 series, bringing advancements in AC servos, amplifiers, and motion control units. 


News Apr 04, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
Sensor Installation for Control and Automation Systems

Sensor Installation for Control and Automation Systems

Whether it’s a critical machine repair or the installation of a brand new piece of equipment, it’s important to have the knowledge and skill to properly connect sensors to a control system.


Absolute Linear Encoders Equipped With Siemens Drive-CLiQ Interface

Absolute Linear Encoders Equipped With Siemens Drive-CLiQ Interface

New encoders with Siemens Drive-CLiQ Interface allow easy plug-and-play into Siemens motion controller environments.


News Mar 19, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
Brand New Three-Phase Energy-Efficient Electric Motors

Brand New Three-Phase Energy-Efficient Electric Motors

What are universal motors and why would you choose one over a standard motor?


News Mar 18, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
Nanotec Announces New Series of Brushless DC Motors

Nanotec Announces New Series of Brushless DC Motors

Recently, drive solution company, Nanotec, released the APBA60 series, a collection of cutting-edge brushless DC motors.


News Mar 09, 2020 by Sophia Valente
Yaskawa America Releases New Industrial Microdrive

Yaskawa America Releases New Industrial Microdrive

Recently, Yaskawa America announced its latest variable frequency drive for industrial applications, the GA500.


News Mar 02, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
The Rise of Electromechanical Actuators

The Rise of Electromechanical Actuators

Recently, there has been an increasing demand for electromechanical actuators as they may be beginning to replace hydraulic and pneumatic actuators. 


Different Types of Motor Encoders Commonly Used in Automation

Different Types of Motor Encoders Commonly Used in Automation

This article discusses different types of motor encoders in automation, specifically linear and rotary encoders and their applications.


Using PID and Feedback Loops for Precise Motion Systems

Using PID and Feedback Loops for Precise Motion Systems

PID controllers are an excellent method of using feedback to turn an otherwise open-loop system into one which can follow a carefully prescribed profile, correcting for inconsistencies caused by the equipment, the environment, and even the products in the manufacturing process.


Faulhaber Expands BLDC Motor Family with Size-conscious Magnetic Encoder

Faulhaber Expands BLDC Motor Family with Size-conscious Magnetic Encoder

Faulhaber looks to reduce the anxiety of integrating bulky encoders with its newest motor system.


News Jan 24, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
A Year Out: A Look at How Yaskawa’s GA800 Motor Drive Fits into Industrial Trends

A Year Out: A Look at How Yaskawa’s GA800 Motor Drive Fits into Industrial Trends

Take a look at Yaskawa's motor drive released a year ago and how new products try to future-proof against new trends.


News Jan 19, 2020 by Robin Mitchell
H2W Supports Precision Motion Control with New Two-axis X-theta Positioning System

H2W Supports Precision Motion Control with New Two-axis X-theta Positioning System

H2W's new precision positioning system uses dual-axis linear and rotary-to-linear motion in industrial settings.


News Jan 17, 2020 by Robin Mitchell