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Common Servo Motor Feedback Devices

Learn about specific components used in feedback devices and some of the jargon you may encounter when working with servo motion systems.

12 hours ago by Ethan Christison

Oriental Motors Expands Brushless Motor Lineup to Include Gearheads and More

Oriental Motors adds the BMU and BLE-2, two new brushless motors to their motor collection.

20 hours ago by Seth Price

Overcurrent Protection: Motor Starter Trip Classes for Industrial Motors

Trip classes protect motors from overcurrent, but when will an overload relay trip, why, and what trip class should you use?

3 days ago by David Peterson

Emerson Commercial HVACR Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) are Designed for Industrial Refrigeration

Meatpacking and medical facilities may find use for this VFD line to help save energy on refrigeration.

4 days ago by Seth Price

Introduction to National Instruments (NI) LabVIEW Software

Within this first article in the LabVIEW series, learn the basics of how LabVIEW works and some modern applications of the platform.

5 days ago by Antonio Armenta

Feedback Control Techniques: A Look Into Servo Systems

Learn about some of the primary features of a servo system including closed-loop feedback control.

June 06, 2021 by Ethan Christison

Tips for Selecting a Warehouse Control System (WCS)

Learn about the specific considerations to make when selecting the appropriate warehouse control system for your automation process.

June 03, 2021 by Muhammad Asim Niazi

ABB Designs Latest Device to Bridge Gap Between General Purpose and Heavy-Duty Motors

ABB has expanded its motor line with the addition of the Baldor-Reliance Severe Duty XT Motor.

June 03, 2021 by Alessandro Mascellino

Mitsubishi Electric’s Latest Robot Cell Aims to Create Flexible Machine Tending

Their latest addition to their lineup of robotic automation is called the LoadMate Plus, equipped to help engineers with machine tending operations.

June 01, 2021 by Damond Goodwin

Trinamic Compact, Energy-Saving Servo Controller/Driver Module is Designed for Robotics and Automation

Trinamic brings engineers the new TMCM-1321 servo controller/driver module for two-phase bipolar stepper motors.

May 28, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida

Honeywell’s Latest Inertial Measurement Units Sensor Tracks Vibration in Control Operations

Honeywell has developed two new Inertial Measurement Units (IMU) for military and rugged industrial environments. 

May 25, 2021 by Seth Price

Top Five Machine Safety Risks and Automated Solutions for the Shop Floor

Each machine on the factory floor comes with risk; learn common safety risks and corresponding automation solutions.

May 22, 2021 by Muhammad Asim Niazi

Acquired Data Solutions Aims to Bridge the Gap Between IT and OT with Latest Cyber Resilient Solutions

Control Automation recently connected with Steve Seiden, CEO of Acquired Data Solutions, to learn more about the company's latest solutions.

May 19, 2021 by Maddie Bradshaw

maxon Precision Motors Helped NASA’s Ingenuity Fly on Mars

In a historical event, NASA’s Ingenuity, an unmanned, autonomous aircraft, flew on Mars using maxon’s DCX motors.

May 18, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida

What Challenges Do Manufacturers Face in a Post-pandemic Industry?

COVID-19 exposed several weaknesses in the supply chain and manufacturing. Will those problems persist?

May 17, 2021 by Jeff Kerns

Common Mathematical Units for Electrical Troubleshooting and Control Operations

In industrial control, it is crucial to have a basic understanding of the units that define and describe the ratings of components.

May 10, 2021 by David Peterson

AWS Utilizes Machine Learning for Predictive Maintenance

Amazon Lookout for Equipment from AWS is a machine learning service that simplifies predictive maintenance by leveraging real-time data streams with artificial intelligence.

May 08, 2021 by Sara McCaslin

Applications and Examples of M2M Communication

Learn about specific applications of machine-to-machine communication and how engineers can utilize these techniques in various industrial sectors.

May 05, 2021 by Anish Devasia

Bosch Reveals Small Hydraulic Motor with Large Power and Control Capabilities

Bosch Rexroth unveiled an upgraded version of one of its Hägglunds hydraulic motors earlier this week.

May 04, 2021 by Alessandro Mascellino

What is Machine-to-machine Communication (M2M)?

Learn about some of the machine-to-machine communication methodologies, including wired and wireless M2M communication techniques.

April 28, 2021 by Anish Devasia