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Motor management: Designing reliability and resilience in the digital era

Motor management: Designing reliability and resilience in the digital era

The requirements of motor management have changed in the wake of digital transformation, pushing traditional solutions to evolve for the digital age.

Motion solution precision is key for surgical robots

Motion solution precision is key for surgical robots

Innovation in motion control precision has the potential to expand the array of surgical procedures that can be performed by robots. Meanwhile, for current robotic surgical applications, enhancing control precision means improved patient recovery. What steps should surgical robot designers take when specifying a motion system?

The AZ series of closed-loop stepper motors broadens communications choices

The AZ series of closed-loop stepper motors broadens communications choices

Oriental Motor’s AZ series meets high-performance automation needs – with 0.036 degrees/step accuracy – coupled with support for popular communications protocols. Here, DPA chats to Mike Larsen of Oriental Motor to learn more about what the series offers.

Maximising efficiency: The art of motor selection for battery-powered industrial equipment

Maximising efficiency: The art of motor selection for battery-powered industrial equipment

In a world where 37 percent of global energy consumption stems from industrial processes, the shift toward battery-powered equipment has never been more critical. This transition is driven by the dual demands of enhanced efficiency and sustainability. Central to this challenge is the selection of a motor – the heart of any industrial equipment – that not only meets stringent performance requirements, but also optimises battery life for prolonged, effective operation.

Understand your motor’s nameplate

Understand your motor’s nameplate

Whether you are looking to replace or repair a motor, when talking to your supplier or service provider, it is important to give them accurate details of the motor you currently have. The most relevant information should be recorded on the motor's nameplate. To help users understand the information on their motor nameplates, Karl Metcalfe, Technical Support at the Association of Electrical and Mechanical Trades (AEMT), explains what key elements mean.

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