WHAT "HOMING" IS AND HOW IT HAPPENS

Homing a system simply means to provide a point of reference by which all future programmed moves or axis motion can be measured. Depending on the application, each of the five methods of homing can be implemented to provide high levels of accuracy and repeatability.

SELECTING THE OPTIMUM ENCODER

There are many external forces that can affect the signals generated by encoders. These forces should be considered when selecting the optimum encoder for your application. A Motion Controller can only perform if you have designed a system by starting at the mechanics and working back to the electronics. The encoder is responsible for producing correct count information, but it must also produce it within its system's design envelope.

THE DESIGNING WITH MOTION HANDBOOK

Now in its 5th edition, the Designing With Motion Handbook includes more than 400 pages of information on motion control application development including programming code, illustrations and application examples.

ENCODERS KEEP LINEAR MOTORS ON TRACK

Dr. Rainer Hagl, March 1998 Linear motor positioning is based on feedback from linear encoders. This article reveals what affects an encoder's ability to provide such accuracy.

HIGH-SPEED GEARHEADS FOR SHRINKING SERVOS

Steve Buffamonte, March 1999 In this article learn how small servos replace larger ones with expedient minimal vibration gearheads.

SLOTLESS MOTORS MADE A NEW WAY

Timothy Harned & Jeff Pike, February 1999 Find out how recent advances in motor design increase brushless servomotor performance while lowering cost.

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