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Mastering Motor Controls: A Hands-On Guide to Electrical Motors, Automation, and Troubleshooting

March 19, 2025

Taking a real-world systems approach to learning motor control devices, UNDERSTANDING MOTOR CONTROLS, 3rd Edition equips you with the knowledge and hands-on skills necessary to…

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This book focuses specifically on servo motor sizing, providing a detailed exploration of inertia and torque calculations for standard mechanical components, as well as a comprehensive guide to the motor selection process. More information…

Learn how to control Thomson Electrac HD actuators using SAE J1939 and CAN Bus communication. This in-depth application note covers hardware setup, motion control, speed regulation, and key development considerations to streamline your project. More information...

VisualSizer vs. Manufacturer-Specific Servo Motor Sizing Software
VisualSizer vs. Manufacturer-Specific Servo Motor Sizing Software
Engineers looking for servo motor sizing software today will find a number of capable tools from major motor and drive manufacturers. Companies such as Siemens,...
Why VisualSizer Is an Invaluable Tool for Motion Control Engineers
Why VisualSizer Is an Invaluable Tool for Motion Control Engineers
Motor selection may seem like a simple part of the motion control design process—but anyone who's done it knows that it's often one of the...
History of Robotics: From Ancient Automata to Modern AI-Driven Machines
History of Robotics: From Ancient Automata to Modern AI-Driven Machines
Robotics has evolved from myth and mechanical curiosities into a vast, cutting-edge field impacting nearly every industry today. The concept of artificial helpers and automatons...
The Definitive, Hands-On Guide to Keeping Electric Motors Running Smoothly—Now Fully Updated
The Definitive, Hands-On Guide to Keeping Electric Motors Running Smoothly—Now Fully Updated
Electric Motor Maintenance and Troubleshooting, Second Edition is the essential, up-to-date field guide for anyone working with electric motors—whether you're a plant technician, maintenance engineer,...
The Ultimate Hands-On Guide to Electric Motors—for Makers, Hackers, and Innovators
The Ultimate Hands-On Guide to Electric Motors—for Makers, Hackers, and Innovators
Electric motors are everywhere—in your fan, your car, your robot vacuum, your 3D printer—and they’re capable of doing some truly incredible things. But for makers,...
Develop Extendable Smart Robots with Python and Raspberry Pi — Build, Program, and Evolve Intelligent Machines
Develop Extendable Smart Robots with Python and Raspberry Pi — Build, Program, and Evolve Intelligent Machines
Learn how to build intelligent, voice-controlled robots using Python and Raspberry Pi. Discover hands-on robotics programming, sensor integration, AI features, and modular design in this...
Overview of AC and DC Electric Motor Types
Overview of AC and DC Electric Motor Types
Electric motors are broadly categorized into AC motors and DC motors, each with several sub-types. This report outlines the operating principles, advantages, disadvantages, and typical...
Explore the Fascinating World of Robotics!
Explore the Fascinating World of Robotics!
Do you love robots? Are you captivated by the rapid advances in technology and the exciting possibilities that come with them? Have you ever wondered...
AI-Powered Robotics: Modern Approaches to Perception, Control, and Applications
AI-Powered Robotics: Modern Approaches to Perception, Control, and Applications
This book takes a deep learning-centric approach to the evolving field of robotics, highlighting how artificial intelligence (AI) has dramatically reshaped the landscape of robotics....
Building Your First Robot with Raspberry Pi and Basic Components
Building Your First Robot with Raspberry Pi and Basic Components
The world of robotics has never been more accessible, thanks to affordable microcontrollers, open-source software, and easy-to-find components. Build Your Own Robot by Marwan Alsabbagh...