Following is a look at the advantages of dual encoders in robotics, using Heidenhain’s KCI 120 Dplus as an example. KCI 120 Dplus two-in-one encoder. Source: ... rather than needing a separate torque ...

Exoskeleton robots are wearable intelligent devices that integrate mechanical structures, sensors, motor drivers, and control ...

Sponsored by Texas Instruments: Designing robots requires precision and flexibility. Advanced motion control via encoder systems, sensors, and gate-driver power control are the building blocks to ...

A growing trend in encoder technology is the integration of additional sensors to add diagnostic functions and handle thermal and/or vibration issues. For example, an encoder mounted on a robot’s arm ...

Servomotors are vital components in modern robotics, automation, and control systems where precise motion and positioning are essential. This video provides a comprehensive explanation of how ...

Position sensing and reporting. Optical sensors can take two approaches to position sensing: transmissive and reflective. As shown in Figure 1 left, with transmissive sensing, light from an LED ...

Same Sky has created an absolute encoder family for motor shafts from 9 to 15.875mm (5/8inch). Called AMT25 and said to be accurate to ±0.2°, the family relies on the same in-house capacitive ASIC for ...