RMS Torque in Servo Motor Sizing: The Full Motion Cycle
Learn how to calculate RMS (root mean square) torque and use it alongside torque-speed curves to size servo motors for…
How to Read a Servo Motor Torque-Speed Curve
Learn how to read a servo motor torque-speed curve, including continuous and intermittent regions, high-speed torque, acceleration, and motor sizing.
EtherCAT vs. EtherNet/IP: Choosing the Right Network for Motion Control
Compare EtherCAT and EtherNet/IP for motion control. Learn which network is better for high-speed motion, PLC communication, and industrial automation…
Smart Servo System Design for Predictive Maintenance
Learn how smart servo systems help OEM machine builders improve uptime, reduce troubleshooting time, and support predictive maintenance through embedded…
What Inertia Means in Servo Motors and Why It Matters in Motion Control
Compare low inertia vs medium inertia motors in motion. Learn what servo motor inertia means, how to calculate inertia ratios,…
How Settling Time Affects Throughput and Motion Performance
Settling time can have a direct impact on throughput in motion systems. This article looks at where it affects X-Y-Z,…
Frameless Motors for Compact Robotics and Semiconductor Motion
Miniaturization Is Now a Motion-System Constraint Miniaturization is no longer a nice-to-have in motion design. In semiconductor equipment and advanced…
Compact Motor Guide for Robotics and Lab Automation
Designing a small robot or lab tool? This compact motor guide shows what to pick for thin builds, quiet motion,…
Unlock Faster, Cleaner CNC Machining with a High-Speed Spindle Motor
SANMOTION S — Where Cutting Speed Meets Stability CNC machining keeps raising the bar on precision and throughput. Toolpaths are…
From Preventive to Predictive: A Smarter Approach to Servo Maintenance
A Smarter Approach to Servo Maintenance When a production line stops unexpectedly, everything behind it collapses—output, delivery schedule, profit, and…