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GE Set to Provide T408 Turboshaft Engines to U.S. Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR)

GE has been awarded a $111.9 million contract to provide additional T408 turboshaft engines to NAVAIR, according to a press release earlier this month.

7 hours ago by Seth Price

Understanding Delta Wound Motors for Industrial Applications

There are two types of winding designs inside three-phase industrial motors: Wye and Delta. Although the motors and connections look similar on the outside, this article discusses the internal construction for Delta wound motors.

2 days ago by David Peterson

An Introduction to Synchronized Motion Control

Learn about what synchronized motion control is, including its different types and applications.

5 days ago by Anish Devasia

Common Motor Windings and Wiring for Three-Phase Motors

This article looks at some common windings and wirings for three-phase motors, including internal Wye windings and low and high voltage wirings.

January 15, 2021 by David Peterson

Parker Hannifin Releases a New PMAC Motor for the HEV Industry

Parker Hannifin introduced the GVM-310, a new PMAC motor for the Electric Vehicle (EV) and Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) industries.

January 14, 2021 by Seth Price

Introduction to Advanced Motor Control Circuits

This article looks at a few of the more advanced motor control circuits for a three-phase motor.

January 09, 2021 by David Peterson

Introduction to Basic Three-Phase Motor Control Circuits

This article explains several common control circuit designs for the most typical three-phase motor requirements.

January 05, 2021 by David Peterson

In Introduction to Types of Closed-Loop Motor Control

Learn the basics of four common types of closed-loop motor control and see how they work for different applications.

January 03, 2021 by Anish Devasia

How Pulse Width Modulation is Used in Variable Frequency Drives

In this article, learn how variable frequency drives make use of the principle of pulse width modulation to create analog-type signals from a digital source, such as with motor drives.

December 30, 2020 by David Peterson

Phoenix Contact Offers New High-Voltage DC/DC Converter

Electrical engineering firm Phoenix Contact has released the TRIO 1500 V DC/DC converters for high-voltage applications.

December 28, 2020 by Alessandro Mascellino

Hyundai Motor Group Set to Acquire Robotics Company Boston Dynamics

Hyundai Motor Group and SoftBank acquire stakes in Boston Dynamics to further the development of robotics technologies. 

December 25, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida

OMRON Releases a New Series of AC Servo Motors with Various Safety Modes

OMRON released its latest range of AC servo systems with enhanced automation and safety features.

December 17, 2020 by Robin Mitchell

Understanding Industrial Three-Phase Voltage Systems

Learn about three-phase voltage arrangements to better understand the systems that drive nearly every industrial motor and smaller branch circuits that feed every one-phase receptacle and lighting system.

December 14, 2020 by David Peterson

Rockwell Automation Releases Two Ruggedized Industrial Computing Products to VersaView Line

Rockwell debuts two industrial computing products suitable for machine control in harsh environments.

December 14, 2020 by Seth Price

Rockwell Automation Introduces Latest Partner Program for OEMs

Rockwell Automation aims to boost business productivity for manufacturers through its updated Original Equipment Manufacturer Partner Program.

December 09, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida

Rockwell Automation Expands Security Portfolio to Tackle Industrial Cyber Threats

Rockwell Automation obtained new certifications and expanded its industrial cybersecurity products.

December 04, 2020 by Alessandro Mascellino

Maxim Integrated Releases New Intelligent Actuator for Precise Manufacturing Applications

TRINAMIC, now part of Maxim Integrated, announced their latest actuator, the PD42-1-1243. This actuator combines a host of chipsets to provide an intelligent compact motor solution.

December 03, 2020 by Robin Mitchell

ABB Upgrades Felt Moisture and Permeability Meters for Paper Mills

ABB has released a new software upgrade to its L&W Felt Moisture and Felt Permeability Meters.

December 02, 2020 by Alessandro Mascellino

Introduction to Rockwell Automation Library of Process Objects

This article will provide an overview of Rockwell's library of process objects programming instructions and faceplates and how they are used.

November 26, 2020 by Dennis Lynch

Siemens Releases New Flow, Level, and Pump Controllers for Radar Transmitters

The Sitrans LT500 is a new flow, level, and pump controller with a range of applications where compliance, environmental regulations, and safety are critical.

November 20, 2020 by Sara McCaslin