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David Kaiser

This article was provided by Parker Compumotor,  written by David Kaiser, a Compumotor Staff Engineer.  Parker Compumotor is a leader in the motion control industry providing solutions for factory automation needs.   They take a system approach to solving your application and build an integrated family of products to match your needs.  
 
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    Linear Motors Complement Today's Linear Motion Technologies

    Advancements in linear encoder technology allow higher speed operation too. Today's linear encoders and other devices are able to meet this challenge, are less noise susceptible, and cost less.
    By: David Kaiser
    05 February, 2013 | 10 minutes
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    Fundamentals of Servo Motion Control

    The fundamental concepts of servo motion control have not changed significantly in the last 50 years. The basic reasons for using servo systems in contrast to open loop systems include the need to improve transient response times, reduce the steady state errors and reduce the sensitivity to load parameters.
    By: David Kaiser
    07 February, 2003 | 12 minutes
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