Motion System Design articles from June 2005

Motion System Design archives from June 2005

Check it out.(Web CONTENTS)(National Institute of Standards and Technology )(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... The National Institute of Standards and Technology has launched a website listing thousands of specifications that government agencies reference in regulations or when purchasing. From basic tutorials to a searchable database of standards used,...

Spec-tacular.(Web CONTENTS)(Online information services)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... Now engineers working in aerospace, aviation, defense, and energy industries can search for products and services by technical attributes at www.globalspec.com. The Engineering division of IHS Inc. of Englewood, Colo., has teamed up with...

Let's talk.(Feedback from motion system engineer)
June 1, 2005... In a few weeks, you may be receiving a phone call from me or another Motion System Design editor. This would not be some canned speech; it would be a live and interactive call. One thing we'd like to find out is how we can make the...

In search of FWF.(In RESPONSE)(Letter to the Editor)
June 1, 2005... I just received the May issue of Motion System Design. I enjoy solving the Fun With Fundamentals (FWF) problems. It bothers me when your comment on page 64 says: "last month's full solution can be found on our website as well," but when I go...

Spread the word.(In RESPONSE)(Letter to the Editor)
June 1, 2005... Just read your editorial in the May issue. Bravo! More people need to pound this drum and get the word out. Thank you! Bob Drake Drake Creative Inc. Chicago, Ill.

Extended warranty not a "best buy".(In RESPONSE)(Letter to the Editor)
June 1, 2005... I just read part two of your article "Best Buy Blues." I also bought a laptop (Toshiba) from Best Buy about a year ago. They tried to get me to buy the extended service plan because they said laptops are prone to damage/problems. I asked them...

Getting a grip on power.(Latchtool )(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... Latchtool has expanded the capabilities of its PowerCylinder, a mechanical force amplifier that leverages pounds into tons by integrating a miniature hydraulic system into a pair of pliers. Composed of a standalone motorized pump, reservoir,...

Regal-Beloit Corp.(appointments)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... Regal-Beloit Corp., Beloit, Wis., appointed two group presidents following its December acquisition of General Electric Company's Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Motors and Capacitors. Mark J. Gliebe has been named...

Bison Gear and Engineering Corp.(contracts)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... Bison Gear and Engineering Corp., St. Charles, III., has added Armature Electric Ltd. as a power transmission distributor for Western Canada. The company provides technical support and comprehensive inventories throughout Canada, covering...

Atlanta GmbH, Bietigheim-Bissingen, Germany, has formed its North American subsidiary, Atlanta Drive Systems Inc., Wall, N.J. Atlanta Drives is the only North American.(Company news)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... Atlanta GmbH, Bietigheim-Bissingen, Germany, has formed its North American subsidiary, Atlanta Drive Systems Inc., Wall, N.J. Atlanta Drives is the only North American source for Atlanta products including rack-and-pinion drives, servo...

The Timken Corp.(Company news)(General Motors Supplier of the Year )(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... The Timken Corp., Canton, Ohio, was named a General Motors Supplier of the Year for its overall business performance in providing GM with world-class parts and services on April 23. Timken was selected for the award from more than 3,500 GM...

Picture perfect: new scale Mobacam division creates piezo motors for mobile phone cameras.(What's NEW)
June 1, 2005... In an effort to meet the needs of a rapidly growing market, New Scale Technologies Inc., Victor, N.Y., has created the new Mobacam division to develop and manufacture tiny piezoelectric motors for mobile phone cameras. These products move...

The Bearing Specialists Association (BSA).(Company news)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... The Bearing Specialists Association (BSA) named award recipients, board members, and officers at the 2005 Annual Convention in Vancouver, B.C., Canada. James J. Fitzpatrick, Bearings Specialty Co., and John Nations, Bearings & Drives,...

Cognex goes global with DVT acquisition.(What's NEW)
June 1, 2005... Cognex Corp., Natick, Mass., has expanded its worldwide reach with the acquisition of DVT Corp., Duluth, Ga. Cognex purchased DVT for $115 million on May 9. The acquisition will add $15-20 million to Cognex's revenues for fiscal year 2005, and...

Pinpoint Laser Systems.(Company news)(multi-purpose alignment system)(product introduction)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... Pinpoint Laser Systems, Newburyport, Mass., introduced a new, multi-purpose alignment system to improve machinery alignment and enhance production efficiency. The Microgage kit measures and realigns misaligned rolls, web systems, extrusion...

Bosch Rexroth Corp.(Company news)(appointment of Langley Borneman )(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... Bosch Rexroth Corp., Charlotte, N.C., has named Langley Borneman director of controlling and administration for its Linear Motion and Assembly Technologies Group. She is responsible for finance and administration activities, including human...

National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).(Company news)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... Researchers at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) have demonstrated an improved method for depositing nanoporous, conducting polymer films on miniaturized devices. The method may be useful in fabricating microdevices like...

Intelligence moves from controllers to drives: incorporating decentralized motion control and real-time, deterministic communication--rather than a centralized motion controller--increases throughput, output quality, and machine precision.(Motion controllers AND DRIVES)
June 1, 2005... Many designers wish to convert from central to distributed machine control. They have good reasons: Distributed (or decentral) control maximizes communication, handles additional axes concurrently, and lightens the processor's load. It...

High rollers: bearing materials, cages, and lubricants must be carefully selected for roller bearings to perform over the long haul.
June 1, 2005... More than isolated components, bearings are one part of larger, interrelated systems. For this reason, there's no getting around an iterative process when selecting bearings. Preliminary designs must be refined and re-evaluated as new...

Sensors.(Productivity of sensors)
June 1, 2005... What particular design and construction features in sensors contribute to higher productivity. and why? Jeff/Pepperl+Fuchs: A tamper-proof sensor (meaning one without external adjustments such as potentiometers or pushbuttons) is...

Pump coupling guards.(Design by objective: SAFETY)
June 1, 2005... Orange peel type PCG pump coupling guards for ANS and ISO pump connections offer safety compliance, simplified installation, and reduced maintenance. FEATURES & BENEFITS * Trimmed to length, attaches to foundation with only four...

Intelligent servo drives.(Design by objective: SAFETY)
June 1, 2005... Intelligent servo drive AMKASYN KE/KW achieves safety category 4 according to EN 954-1, without the use of complex circuits for safety and interlocking functions. FEATURES & BENEFITS * Two-channel safety functions integrated directly...

Safety controller.(Design by objective: SAFETY)
June 1, 2005... F3SX safety controllers use a single central module to integrate monitoring and functioning of individual safety devices like light curtains, safety doors, and emergency stop buttons. FEATURES & BENEFITS * Reduces miswiring of complex...

Safety chucks.(Design by objective: SAFETY)
June 1, 2005... Designed for critical shafts, safety chucks hold and Iock the core shaft in place and provide shaft support and torque transmission. FEATURES & BENEFITS * Redundant safety mechanism ensures chuck closure when in motion *...

Emergency dampers.(Design by objective: SAFETY)
June 1, 2005... Secure stop E-shock series protects against catastrophic failure and safely and efficiently decelerates loads with energies that exceeds all competitive capacities. FEATURES & BENEFITS * Available in 3/4 and 1 1/8 in. bore sizes and...

Shock loads.(MSD 101)
June 1, 2005... The most uncomfortable periods during a noral car ride occur during sudden accelerations, when passengers are thrown into the seat or belt. The same is true on machinery, where interrupted motion is generated by necessarily rapid sequences on...

Two stage air cylinders.(Pneumatic SOLUTIONS)
June 1, 2005... In this line of two-stage air cylinders, the second stage mounts entirely on the extension of the first stage's piston for applications requiring two independent axial forces operating along the same centerline. FEATURES & BENEFITS *...

Digital air flow sensors.(Pneumatic SOLUTIONS)
June 1, 2005... Series PF2A inline air flow sensors use an integral or remote digital display to show cumulative and real-time flow rates. FEATURES & BENEFITS * Use in main and branch air lines from 1/8 to 2 in. diameter * Flow rates range from 1...

Hollow shaft encoder.(Product spotlight: ENCODERS AND RESOLVERS)
June 1, 2005... Large bore, hollow shaft encoder is ideal for large motor feedback applications and provides data for position and velocity control. FEATURES & BENEFITS * Accepts motor shafts to 1 5/8 in. diameter * Precise high-resolution...

Absolute encoders.(Product spotlight: ENCODERS AND RESOLVERS)
June 1, 2005... Dynapar Acuro series of absolute encoders uses new opto-ASIC to satisfy packaging, textile, medical, and small motor applications. FEATURES & BENEFITS * Two sizes, 36 and 110-mm diameter, available in motor drive or standard industrial...

Miniature rotary encoders.(Product spotlight: ENCODERS AND RESOLVERS)
June 1, 2005... SKS 36 SinCos motor feedback system with Hiperface interface uses a minimum number of components to shorten overall length of motors. FEATURES & BENEFITS * Mini-Disc technology shrinks code disc track radius to 2 mm * 12-bit...

Brushless pancake resolvers.(Product spotlight: ENCODERS AND RESOLVERS)
June 1, 2005... Brushless resolvers provide accurate position and velocity feedback as well as commutation in precision equipment, without the structural or temperature restrictions imposed by other electronic feedback devices. FEATURES & BENEFITS *...

Inductive rotary encoders.(Product spotlight: ENCODERS AND RESOLVERS)
June 1, 2005... Inductive rotary encoders offer an economically-priced alternative to resolvers for small servo drives and lower accuracy requirements. FEATURES & BENEFITS * Small size (38 mm O.D. and 28 mm lenght) * Fulfills system requirements...

Magnetic rotary encoder.(New PRODUCTS)(Austriamicrosystems AG introduces AS5043 absolute magnetic rotary encoder)
June 1, 2005... AS5043 absolute magnetic rotary encoder ICs provide reliable, contactless sensing for motion applications requiring analog position. FEATURES & BENEFITS * Analog and digital (10 bit) position signals * Step size of 0.35[degrees] to...

Low-cost, open-loop ac drives.(New PRODUCTS)(Control Techniques introduces Commander SK drives)
June 1, 2005... Commander SK drives raise the bar on flexibility, performance, and ease of use. FEATURES & BENEFITS * 3 ranges--0.3to 1 hp (230 Vac/1[phi]), 1.5 to 3 hp (230 Vac/1 or 3[phi]), 0.5 to 5 hp (460 Va c/3[phi]) * 3 control modes...

Linear position sensor.(New PRODUCTS)(Celesco Transducer Products Inc. introduces PT9150 Cable-Extension Transducers)
June 1, 2005... PT9150 Cable-Extension Transducers measure displacements down to 0.004 in. over a 75 to 550 in. range. FEATURES & BENEFITS * Ruggedly built and simple in function, a stainless-steel rope wound on a spring-loaded spool turns a rotary...

Brushless dc motors.(New PRODUCTS)(Servo Magnetics Inc. introduces high performance brushless dc frameless motor)
June 1, 2005... High performance brushless dc frameless motor is designed for low voltage applications where high acceleration, high torque motors are required at low speeds. FEATURES & BENEFITS * 48 V, 200 rpm, 600 oz-in. torque with 80% efficiency...

Control system on a chip.(New PRODUCTS)(Freescale Semiconductor Inc. introduces Coldfire MCF521x controller's embedded system design)
June 1, 2005... The Coldfire MCF521x controller's embedded system design combines connectivity, control, and security in a single IC. FEATURES & BENEFITS * Integrated Ethernet and CAN controller enable widespread communication, while eliminating...

Optical proximity sensor.(New PRODUCTS)(OPTEK Technology Inc. introduces OPB720 reflective switch)
June 1, 2005... The non-contact OPB720 reflective switch can detect objects up to 24 in. away. FEATURES & BENEFITS * Compatible with most PLCs, the infrared LED and photodetector identify objects as small as 0.08 in. * User-selectable preset...

Harmonic drive gearheads.(New PRODUCTS)(HD Systems Inc.)
June 1, 2005... Quantum series size 32 harmonic drive gearheads offer high torque capacity along with exacting precision. FEATURES & BENEFITS * 50% more torque than previous versions with zero-backlash, 1 arc-min positional accuracy, and [+ or -] 5...

Mini stepper screws.(New PRODUCTS)
June 1, 2005... Lead screw output shafts complement two-phase step motors for precise positioning (4p/half step) and repeatability. FEATURES & BENEFITS * Available with motors ranging in diameter from 6 to 22 mm * Shafts are press-fitted into...

One-piece couplings.(New PRODUCTS)
June 1, 2005... Flexible, one-piece couplings combined with various end connections will accommodate for angular, parallel, or skewed misalignments. FEATURES & BENEFITS * Sizes from 9.5 to 57.2 mm, and bore diameters of 1.5to 44.5 mm * Torque...

Solid drive shaft.(New PRODUCTS)
June 1, 2005... Sani-Drive's smooth finish and one-piece solid drive shaft help keep conveyors clean and eliminate pathogens and germs. FEATURES & BENEFITS * Single-piece machine units and shafts with precision-welded drive components * Easier to...

Local/remote control.(New PRODUCTS)
June 1, 2005... X20 System provides efficient I/0 and control. FEATURES & BENEFITS * Upto 12 I/0 channels, remote X2X Link backplane for flexibility in placement, elimination of fieldbus conversion * Pre-wired terminal blocks available, push-in...

Wireless sensors.(New PRODUCTS)
June 1, 2005... EmbedSense wireless sensors are miniature sensors and data acquisition systems that can be embedded in a product, creating smart structures, materials, and machines. FEATURES & BENEFITS * Four differential inputs (12 optional) *...

High efficiency actuator.(New PRODUCTS)
June 1, 2005... Type VLA actuator uses Caged Technology, a QZ Lubricator, and electro-mechanical components to replace the use of pneumatic cylinders in many applications. FEATURES & BENEFITS * Rated speeds of 300 to 600 mm/sec and ballscrew leads...

Safety controllers.(New PRODUCTS)
June 1, 2005... Dual-input SRB 202C and SRB 400C are general-purpose controllers designed for use with safety devices having two normally-closed and/or one normally-closed and one normally-open dry contacts. FEATURES & BENEFITS * Differentiated...

Stepmotors.(New PRODUCTS)
June 1, 2005... I-Grade motor/encoder combo can be controlled by SilverNugget controller/driver. FEATURES & BENEFITS * 34 different motors available, from 500 to 3,200 in.-oz * System handles inertial mismatches to 100 x 1, making it suitable for...

Motor drive module.(New PRODUCTS)
June 1, 2005... FCAS50SN60 Smart Power Module generates up to 50 A at 600 V for driving single-phase switched reluctance motors in air-moving/vacuum applications. FEATURES & BENEFITS * Incorporates high and low-voltage ICs, IGBTs, diodes, and a...

Compact size electric actuators.(Media MART)
June 1, 2005... Brochure features Burr's Compac[TM] 300 and 1000 acme screw linear actuators, which deliver custom stroke lengths up to 48", but in a shorter overall length. The Compac line handles load capacities up to 1000 lbs., is AC or DC powered, and...

Wave springs.(Media MART)
June 1, 2005... The new Smalley Steel Ring Co. Wave Spring Catalog is now available. Catalog features over 2000 stock size springs, ranging from 3/8" to 16". Special designs range from .200" to 84" are available in 1-4 weeks with No-Tooling-Charges[TM]. Carbon...

Optical encoders.(Media MART)
June 1, 2005... This Design and Specifying guide provides a comprehensive summary of optical encoders and their accessories. The guide includes detailed design examples with special attention to operation in extreme environments. It includes absolute and...

System 055 lubrostar air/oil.(Media MART)
June 1, 2005... The industrial needs have promoted a new technology microlubrication and cooling which is proving highly successful in the field of metal cutting and forming machines. Small amounts of lubricant conveyed into a low air stream against contact...

TURCK connectivity catalog B2004.(Media MART)
June 1, 2005... With over 780 pages of industrial connectivity products including molded cordsets, receptacles, splitters, junction boxes, raw cable options and technical specifications--this is the most complete offering of connectivity products ever. And...

Miniature guideways.(Media MART)
June 1, 2005... Schneeberger now stocks eight sizes of miniature guideways and six sizes of ball mono rail available with 2nd day delivery. Minirail offer retained carriage balls, max speeds of 5m/s and max accelerations of 300m/s [less than or equal to]....

CGI Inc. gearheads.(Media MART)
June 1, 2005... Offering the widest range of standard gearhead ratios available in the industry. Providing custom solutions for motion control and automation applications. CGI is focused on engineering expertise and knowledgeable, customer service. CGI Inc.,...

Self-lubricating gear solutions calculated for life.(Media MART)
June 1, 2005... The Intech Power-Core[TM] gears are precision machined and offer solutions to applications in which lubrication, wear, noise, vibration, inertia, shock load, moisture and chemicals present a problem for nylon, Delrin or metal gears. Metal Core...

New: integral stud and bushing wheels.(Media MART)
June 1, 2005... BishopWisecarver announces Integral studs and bushings that eliminate tolerance stack-up and improve durability and stability. DualVee[R] wheels with integral bushings and studded shafts provide higher load capabilities and reduce installation...

Low profile: LoPro[R] Linear Motion System.(Media MART)
June 1, 2005... LoPro Linear Motion Systems are low profile, pre-engineered modular units consisting of an antifriction slide way, constructed with DualVee Motion Technology[R] and a linear actuator. LoPro linear systems are available in four sizes, belt,...

Efficiency motors.(Media MART)
June 1, 2005... Baldor Electric Company offers Super-E[R] NEMA Premium[TM] efficiency motors from 1 through 1500 HP in low and medium voltages. TEFC, ODP, WPI and WPII enclosures are available with choice of environmental protection such as severe duty, lEEE...

Introducing QuickTrak[R] linear guide from bishop-wisecarver.(Media MART)
June 1, 2005... QuickTrak is an off-the-shelf solution that reduces design and installation costs by easily integrating into machine configurations. The belt or screw driven QuickTrak is ideal for light industrial use in laboratory, medical and packaging...

Hybrid linear actuator catalog.(Media MART)
June 1, 2005... The HSI hybrid actuators come in six sizes, from 21 mm square to 87 mm square. Each size has three designs available--captive, non-captive and an external linear version. There are over twenty five different travels per step available, from...

www.leeson.com.(Media MART)
June 1, 2005... Experience the most appealing, easiest-to-use customer web portal in the motor and PT business. Now you can instantly get the up-to-date information you need to efficiently manage transactions with LEESON... everything from technical...

Precision mechanical components.(Media MART)
June 1, 2005... Comprehensive, easy-to-use format for over 50,000 components: bearings, belts & pulleys, shafts, couplers, gears, hardware, slides, lead screws & nuts, positioning tables, linear motion systems and more. Call for application engineering...

Rexroth IndraMotion MTX.(Media MART)
June 1, 2005... Rexroth's new ONC controller offers high performance and reduces cycle time for turning, cutting, boring, grinding, bending, nibbling and punching machine tools, as well as laser applications and integrated machine automation. The open...

Precision encoders.(Media MART)
June 1, 2005... EPC's 104-page catalog features the full line of Accu-Coder[TM] Brand incremental encoders, as well as EPC's new absolute encoder series, to meet a wide variety of industrial positioning, counting, motion and motor control needs. Expert cross...

Linear slides and stages.(Media MART)
June 1, 2005... Technical catalog details prices, specifications and technical information for many types of linear bearings including recirculating, straight line, high precision, microminiature and heavy duty; with travels up to 40" and load capacities up to...

Spiral bevel gear catalog.(Media MART)
June 1, 2005... New 20 page stock gear catalog contains rating data and specifications, charts for spiral bevel gear sets in ratios of 1:1, 2:1, 3:2, and 4:3 and ground tooth gears in 1:1 and 2:1 ratios, Includes engineering formulas, drawings, AGMA ratings,...

Torque systems capabilities.(Media MART)
June 1, 2005... Torque Systems Division of Cleveland Motion controls has introduced a new capabilities brochure that highlights their ability to provide customized electromechanical solutions for brushless and brush servomotors, linear actuators and encoders....

Weight-watching: G-whiz, this is an attractive problem.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... Poor Finagle J. Wurme. First the near mishap with the poultry launcher, then the security scare caused by his metal shoes. What he needs now is some time off, which is exactly why his research advisor is buying him a roundtrip ticket from...