Back Issues


MotionMAIL 1.7
  • Getting Systems to Respond to Small DAC Changes
  • External Commutation for Low RPM, Fast Update Requirements
  • A New Chapter in Encoder-Based Motion Control
  • Getting a Seal of Approval
  • Setting The Stage


MotionMAIL 1.6
  • Voltage to Frequency Conversion for Stepper Motion Control
  • True Stepper Closed-Loop Motion Control, Can It Be Done?
  • Motion Control in the Digital Age
  • Understanding Mechanical Limitations of Linear Actuators
  • Revving Up Motion Control


MotionMAIL 1.5
  • How to Operate Multiple Motors in Parallel
  • The Science of Tuning Servo Motors
  • Tuning Out Lag
  • Open-Loop Response Testing Improves Process
  • Sorting Out Linear Actuators

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MotionMAIL 1.4
  • Following Error -- Should it be eliminated?
  • Considerations for High Speed Update Timing
  • Which Drive is the Right One?
  • Linear Motors Get Pushy
  • Comparing Motion System Benefits


MotionMAIL 1.3
  • Is Inertia Matching Really Necessary
  • Cut-to-Length Operation Software Example
  • Motion Control Tunes into Al Methods
  • Driving Linear Motors
  • 'Motional' Difficulties


MotionMAIL 1.2
  • What "Homing" is and How it Happens
  • Selecting the Optimum Encoder
  • Encoders Keep Linear Motors on Track
  • High-Speed Gearheads for Shrinking Servos
  • Slotless Motors Made a New Way


MotionMAIL 1.1
  • Solving Servo Motor Stability Issues
  • Understanding Motor Voltage Models in Servo Amplifiers
  • Selecting Proper Servo Motors
  • Choosing Servo Motor Brakes
  • Matching Servo Motors and Amplifiers