Quick Start Guide for EtherCAT Motion Controller Teaching Pendant

Quick Start Guide for EtherCAT Motion Controller Teaching Pendant

Click on the above “Motion Assistant”, stay updated anytime! Introduction The handheld teaching pendant is a portable operating device, typically composed of a shell, internal circuit board, control panel (such as buttons, knobs, display, etc.), and connection cables, used to achieve specific control or operation functions. In mechanical equipment, handheld teaching pendants are often used … Read more

EtherCAT G: Merging Ethernet and Fieldbus Advantages

EtherCAT G: Merging Ethernet and Fieldbus Advantages

Click blue words to followServo and Motion Control The above is an advertisement Author | Sree Swarna Gutta “ In industrial environments, the determinism and real-time nature of data transmission are crucial. EtherCAT G provides more reliable communication for industrial applications through its unique functional principles and industrial-grade hardware. ” Both in terms of functionality … Read more

Siemens Introduces EtherCAT Servo Drive with Enhanced Communication

Siemens Introduces EtherCAT Servo Drive with Enhanced Communication

[Introduction] Siemens S120’s new EtherCAT interface communication board has officially been released, allowing direct connection of the S120 to the EtherCAT bus system without the need for protocol conversion, making it much more convenient! Siemens servo drives are moving towards EtherCAT technology, marking Siemens’ entry into the EtherCAT open ecosystem for motion control. As an … Read more

EtherCAT: The Speed and Passion of Industrial Communication

EtherCAT: The Speed and Passion of Industrial Communication

In the fierce competition of industrial automation network communication, EtherCAT is like a high-performance sports car, quickly conquering the complex communication needs of modern industrial sites with its astonishing speed and ultimate data transmission capabilities. This article will delve deep into this revolutionary real-time communication technology, showcasing its extraordinary technical charm. Basic Principles of EtherCAT … Read more

20th Anniversary Special | The Transformation of Industrial Automation Control – PC Control Technology

20th Anniversary Special | The Transformation of Industrial Automation Control - PC Control Technology

More than 70 years ago, the birth of computers opened the information age for human society. Subsequently, microcontrollers and programmable logic controllers (PLCs) gradually replaced traditional relays, becoming the mainstream control devices in the field of industrial automation. However, everything changed in 1985. That year in Germany, a young engineer named Hans Beckhoff discovered that … Read more

Breaking Traditional Thinking in Industrial Hardware: PC-Based Control, Robotics, and AI Technology

Breaking Traditional Thinking in Industrial Hardware: PC-Based Control, Robotics, and AI Technology

Image Source: Beckhoff Automation Author | James Figy By deploying EtherCAT, robotics, and AI technology, the production capacity of a sterile sampling bag factory has increased by 15% to 35% through the redesign of production machines for quality control. Focusing on quality standards and flexibility in production is crucial for the sterile sampling industry. After … Read more

Implementing Dynamic Control Systems for Fusion Experiments

Implementing Dynamic Control Systems for Fusion Experiments

In nuclear fusion experimental research, an accurate dynamic control system is key to ensuring experimental safety and data accuracy. As an engineer with 15 years of experience in industrial automation control, I will detail how to build this complex control system. System Architecture Overview The nuclear fusion experiment dynamic control system mainly consists of three … Read more

Robot Multi-Axis Synchronous Motion Control Based on EtherCAT

Robot Multi-Axis Synchronous Motion Control Based on EtherCAT

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

How EtherCAT Ensures High Efficiency, Real-Time, and Flexibility in Fieldbus Communication

How EtherCAT Ensures High Efficiency, Real-Time, and Flexibility in Fieldbus Communication

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

Fundamentals of EtherCAT Protocol (Part 1)

Fundamentals of EtherCAT Protocol (Part 1)

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