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Stepper motors are often perceived as more complex to specify and control compared to BLDC or brushed DC motors. However, …
Read More »Specifying a stepper motor: a guide to the key parameters
The impact of load on miniaturised motor selection
When selecting a miniature motor, understanding the different loads acting on the motor is key to achieving the best design. …
Read More »Compact gearhead helps reduce overall application footprint
Portescap is launching the B16C spur gearhead, one of the latest additions to their gearbox portfolio. The B16C is a …
Read More »Ensuring the lifetime of a DC gearmotor with systematic reliability testing
From industrial power tools to surgical robots, through to applications in aerospace and defence, a motion solution that delivers high …
Read More »When and how to use closed-loop speed control for DC motors
For some miniature DC applications, such as certain types of surgical hand tools, a closed-loop control provides stable speed regulation …
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