Core Components of PLC SystemsProcessing and Communication Elements: CPU & Interface CardsIn PLCs, the CPU is the core component and plays the role of the "brain" which runs control programs. Inputs are provided to the CPU from sensors and comma...
VIEW MOREHistorical Development and Origin of Servo Motors Key Milestones in Servo Motor Evolution The spiral evolution of servo motors began toward the middle of the 20th century with the development of control systems. At first adumbrations of an...
VIEW MOREWhat Is the Full Meaning of VFD? Breaking Down the VFD Acronym To fully appreciate this concept, we should first understand what VFD is an abbreviation for: “Variable Frequency Drive.” All four elements of this acronym are impor...
VIEW MOREAbout Servo Motors In industrial automation settings, servo motors play a vital role because they allow for very precise control when it comes to how machines move around. Getting familiar with both the drivers that power these motors and their fee...
VIEW MOREWhat Are Servo Drives and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)? Understanding Servo Drive Systems Servo drives are really important in industrial automation setups where they serve as key parts of complex machinery. What these drives do basically is co...
VIEW MOREUnderstanding Common Causes of Servo Drive Failures Electrical Surges and Power Supply Issues Servo drives face serious risks from electrical surges that can wreck important electronics and lead to all sorts of problems down the line. Most of these...
VIEW MORECore Functional Differences Between Servo Drives and VFDs Power Delivery vs. Speed Regulation In industrial settings, both servo drives and variable frequency drives (VFDs) handle different aspects of power control depending on what the equipment re...
VIEW MOREFundamentals of Servo Motor Control Systems Core Principles of Servo Motor Operation Servo motors play a really important role in modern motion control systems because they can move things with incredible accuracy. If we take apart what makes a ser...
VIEW MOREAssessing Application-Specific Motion Requirements Understanding Load Characteristics and Torque Demands When picking out a servo motor for a particular job, getting clear on load characteristics matters a lot. These characteristics basically boil ...
VIEW MOREWorking Principles: Servo Motor vs Stepper Motor Stepper Motor Operation: Open-Loop Precision Stepper motors work using electromagnetic induction basically. They have coils that get powered one after another which lets them control how much they tu...
VIEW MOREIntroduction to PLC Systems and I/O Modules Overview of PLC Systems in Industrial Automation Programmable Logic Controllers, commonly known as PLC systems, are pretty much workhorses in the world of industrial automation. Back in the day, these dev...
VIEW MOREOverview of Industrial Sensors in Hazardous Environments Role of Industrial Sensors in High-Risk Settings In dangerous work settings, industrial sensors serve as vital components for keeping track of safety standards and regulatory requirements. Wi...
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