Matt Prellwitz
Articles
How energy-efficient motion control supports profitable machines and plants
End users and machine builders must find common ground to implement more efficient actuation technology and go green in many ways.
CNC technology developments help engineers cut corners in all the right ways
Cover Story: Automation technologies continue convergence across platforms and computer numerical control (CNC) technology advances, along with faster control hardware and software, allow engineers to complete more accurate cuts in less time.
Efficient motion system engineering reduces servomotor costs
Configuration using PC-based control software, EtherCAT networks, integrated drives, and one-cable technology (OCT) simplify motion control system design and reduce servomotor costs.
How to manage multi-vendor motion control architectures
Manufacturers and machine builders may be required to match motors and drives from different brands; careful design considerations can yield successful applications.
Software helps size, select motors
Software can help engineers select the right motor regardless of application and be useful for new and seasoned engineers alike. But understanding how the facility’s environment will affect motion system requirements remains crucial in selecting the right motor.