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For applications that require speed and efficiency of movement, wheeled robots can be advantageous compared to legged robots. Their simpler …
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Reliability considerations in coreless brush DC motor selection
The number of products incorporating electric motors is increasing exponentially. Some of these products are designed to be disposable, with …
Read More »Considerations for stall torque when specifying brushless dc motors
When specifying brushless DC motors, the designer will of course consider key parameters such as operating speed and torque, along …
Read More »The right motor choice for HVAC control valve actuation
Central to the success of Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) systems are the miniature motors necessary to actuate the control …
Read More »How the choice of coil impacts motor specification
During the selection of a miniature DC motor, the design engineer will of course consider the dimensions needed to fit …
Read More »Considerations for stall torque when specifying brushless dc motors
When specifying brushless DC motors, the designer will of course consider key parameters such as operating speed and torque, along …
Read More »How to prevent moisture penetration of powered surgical tools
Reliability is crucial for electrically powered surgical tools and moisture ingress is a surefire route to premature failure. To maintain …
Read More »Eliminating resonance in stepper motor applications
Engineers are increasingly turning to stepper motors for a simple and cost-effective positioning solution. However, due to the design of …
Read More »Running a brushed DC motor as a generator
Sunil Kedia looks at the basic relationship between speed, voltage, torque and current when using a brushed DC motor as …
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