White papers

This white paper outlines the pros and cons associated with centralized and decentralized drives for motion control applications. The intention is not to favor one approach […]

THE CHALLENGE Permanent magnet brushless motors can generate rotary and linear motion. They are known for their high torque density and high efficiency. They are also […]

Managing data communication at inputs and outputs level in automated machinery systems. That’s what IO-Link is for. It is economical, simple and efficient. Well… this being […]

From electromechanical devices to safety PLCs, to fieldbuses, to the new challenges of Industry 4.0 Automation machines and systems must meet safety standards now common throughout […]

This paper describes the synchronous serial interface (SSI) used in many position sensors and controllers. It is intended for electrical and mechanical engineers who design position […]

The goal of a mechanical system built for motion control is to accurately move or position a load. In an ideal system, the load is rigidly […]

At first glance, capacitive or inductive encoders may seem very similar, and the aspects that differentiate them may appear confusing. Both use a noncontact technique for […]

Encoders Optical encoders have been the preferred choice of machinery manufacturers since the 1970s. Many manufacturers distribute them and find their way into various industrial machines […]

Talking nowadays, direct motors, or direct drives, is an established technology in many areas of industrial automation. This type of motorization is also finding increasing use […]

Generally, when we talk about motion control, we think of high-speed systems with rapid changes in direction. Being able to control motion under these conditions certainly […]

Stepper motors (or stepper motors) are used in wide-ranging industrial applications. They are inexpensive, simple to operate, and offer high torque at low speeds. However, this type […]

Through Servotecnica’s catalog, one can find motion control solutions among the most diverse analog controllers, with Ethernet protocol and EtherCAT solutions. Choosing which path to take […]