How optical rotary encoders can provide real-time motion feedback on motion applications using stepper motor-driven linear actuators.

Kit encoders can also be installed on stepper motors to provide integrated feedback to the control system, improving accuracy by eliminating positioning errors due to skipped steps.

Combined to a high-precision, low friction mechanical positioning stage, stepper motors can attain linear resolution in the nanometer range, even when functioning without the help of position feedback ...

We always think it is interesting that a regular DC motor and a generator are about the same thing. Sure, each is optimized for its purpose, but inefficiencies aside, you can use electricity to rot… ...

Encoder specialist POSITAL has expanded its line of kit-style encoders for feedback for servo and stepper motors with new models that utilize the same mounting form factor as incremental kit encoders ...

The new AEDR-850x encoders feature built-in interpolation for high-resolution measurement that is ideal for a wide range of applications, including closed-loop stepper motors, miniature motors ...

The encoders for stepper motors are “kit” or modular devices, designed to be added into a motor housing and measuring the rotary position directly from the drive shaft.

HEIDENHAIN's new PressFit rotary encoders are uniquely designed for feedback and to ease mounting within small motors particularly during automated assembly.

One of the bigger problems with any CNC machine or 3D printer is the issue of missed steps when moving the toolhead. If a stepper motor misses a step, the entire layer of the print – and ever… ...