Robot Multi-Axis Synchronous Motion Control Based on EtherCAT With the development of industrial automation, the application of robots on production lines is becoming increasingly widespread. To achieve efficient and precise motion control, the multi-axis motion of robots must be capable of synchronized operation, which enhances the motion accuracy and stability of robots, leading to more … Read more
EtherCAT, as a real-time Ethernet solution, is favored in industrial automation applications due to its high performance. How does EtherCAT ensure high efficiency, real-time performance, and flexibility in fieldbus communication? This article will focus on its key analysis and explanation. Principle of EtherCAT EtherCAT (Ethernet Control Automation Technology) is a high-performance industrial network fieldbus system. … Read more
Click the blue text to follow us 1. Overview of EtherCAT 1. Features ① Open Technology EtherCAT, short for EtherNet Control Automation Technology, is a real-time Ethernet technology proposed by Beckhoff Automation in Germany. EtherCAT is an open but not open-source technology, meaning you can use this technology freely, but you need to obtain relevant … Read more
Click on the above“Zhèng Yùndòng Assistant”, stay updated with new developments! Application Background Since the development of technology, lithium batteries have advantages such as long service life, strong adaptability, and high energy, thus their applications in electronic products, transportation, and other fields have become increasingly widespread. The lithium battery welding and other production industries derived … Read more
EtherCAT G, as an extension of EtherCAT technology, elevates EtherCAT performance to a whole new level, achieving Gigabit (Gbit/s) Ethernet speeds, thus supporting high data-intensive applications. The latest technological extension is not only fully compatible with the globally accepted 100 Megabit EtherCAT (100 Mbit/s EtherCAT) standard, but also retains the same ease of use. Additionally, … Read more
PROFINET Development and Application Although EtherCAT has developed rapidly, PROFINET holds the largest market share in the automation field, thanks to Siemens’ dominant position in the industrial sector and the strong core of PROFINET that keeps pace with the times. 2. Domestic PROFINET Solution Application Forms PROFINET is divided into master and slave stations, where … Read more
China Manufacturing 2025 is the first decade action plan implemented by the Chinese government to strengthen the manufacturing industry, aiming to significantly improve the quality and level of China’s manufacturing industry. It highlights the importance of innovative technologies surrounding industrial robots. Currently, industrial robot technology is widely applied in fields such as automotive processing, food … Read more
This article’s images are provided by Mototech. EC-Simulator is a powerful real-time EtherCAT network simulation software released by Mototech. This software allows the virtualization of EtherCAT® networks by simulating EtherCAT® slave devices, enabling the operation of EtherCAT® master applications without the need for real EtherCAT® slave hardware. As a result, network operation and maintenance personnel, … Read more
JZGKCHINA Industrial Control Technology Sharing Platform The core factor behind the success of EtherCAT is its open-source nature, with global PLC manufacturers contributing to its development. In this process, CODESYS plays a crucial role in the success of Beckhoff’s EtherCAT. Just like a high-performance engine needs a chassis, EtherCAT also requires a software platform like … Read more
Image Source: ETG Author | Robert B. Trask The key development tools and standards ensure interoperability among numerous EtherCAT devices and manufacturers. Choosing the right communication technology is one of the most important decisions engineers need to make, and interoperability helps make that decision. In some ways, fieldbus communication directly determines whether field devices match … Read more