October 2007

Motor, Drive & Automation Systems Conference: Early Bird Registration Ends Oct. 26th!!

Are you planning on attending the most comprehensive technical conference devoted to motion control and automation technology? Then why not register early and save $300 off your conference registration. The early bird registration deadline ends Friday, Oct. 26th.

Register Online Now! http://www.e-driveonline.com/motors_conf08_registration.php
See the Preliminary Program! http://www.e-driveonline.com/motors_conf08_program.htm

The 2008 Motor, Drive & Automation Systems Conference will take place February 14-15, at The Omni Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia, and will feature more than 40 technical presentations, an interactive exhibit hall, and the unique chance to meet with peers, motion control experts and potential business partners in a relaxed, informal setting.

Chinese Servo System Market to Become a $1 Billion Market by 2012

Servo system (servo motor and servo drive) revenues in the Chinese market increased by an estimated 26.8 percent in 2006, according to a new report published by IMS Research. The Chinese servo system market was estimated to be $361.6 million in 2006. The market is forecast to maintain steady growth to reach about $953.8 million in 2011.

Servo systems account for over 80 percent revenue of the total motion controls market in China. As the main impetus of growth to motion controls market, servo systems are expected to grow at a CAGR of over 20 percent in terms of revenue in next 5 years. In contrast, stepper systems are forecast to grow at a modest 10 percent CAGR in terms of revenue over the same period. Although the servo systems market is enjoying excellent growth, the competitive environment is rapidly evolving. The existing market framework, in which Western, Japanese and local suppliers seldom compete directly and primarily focus on a dedicated market, is changing due to Taiwanese and Korean companies’ entry to this market in recent years. Local Chinese suppliers are facing more pricing pressure due to the entry of relatively low priced Taiwanese and Korean products.

Market analyst, Reggie Li said, “Although the competitive environment of the Chinese servo systems market has changed dramatically in recent years, Chinese suppliers still have potential to increase their market shares quickly in next five years. Chinese suppliers are getting mature both in technology and sales channel development. Government aid through R&D funds also helps the Chinese companies to develop more advanced products which will help these companies compete on something other than price.”  

For more information visit www.imsresearch.com  

New Sessions Announced for the 2008 Motor, Drive & Automation Systems Conference
Featuring three conference tracks, and what’s shaping up to be the largest and most exciting program to date, the 2008 Motor, Drive & Automation Systems Conference has just announced two new sessions to its conference agenda.

The DynaMotor: A Unique, Integrated, High Torque Variable Speed Motor

The DynaMotor is a patented brushless AC motor that runs at variable speed by means of electronic switches that are embedded in the coils on the wound rotor.  These switches regulate current flow in the rotor and thus control the motor’s torque and speed.  Each switch is controlled by a photo-detector, which is turned on and off as it rotates past an array of stationary LEDs. These are activated by conventional analog or digital signals.  This presentation describes how the DynaMotor works, including its internal closed-loop control, its design parameters and typical performance data.  It explains how the DynaMotor can produce triple the torque of an inverter drive system at low speeds, thus eliminating mechanical gearing.  Additionally, it covers the elimination of high frequency PWM switching and related audible whine, RFI/EMI and ground currents.
Robert Klimo, VP of Engineering, DynaMotors, Inc.

Recent Developments in NdFeB Magnets Made From Rapidly Quenched Powders and Their Applications in Electric Drives

Rare-earth permanent magnets are among the major components of servomotors and motion control systems. The high-energy magnet rotors in combination with the electronic commutation and control provide the highest possible acceleration rate, efficiency and compact packages for industrial drives, factory automation and positioning systems, etc. The magnets, made from the rapidly quenched NdFeB powder, are widely used in servomotors. Due to significant improvements of the chemical composition, powder quality, coating, compaction technology and die upsetting technique, a noticeable progress with regard to the energy product and thermal stability has been achieved in recent years. This presentation will provide an update on the performance and available sizes of MQ1 and MQ3 magnets. Several applications of MQ1 and MQ3 magnets in industrial drives will be discussed along with their pros and cons as compared with the sintered NdFeB magnets.
Yuriy Zhilichev, Senior Scientist, Magnequench International, Inc.

Register today and secure your place at this industry-leading technical conference devoted to the latest advancements and economics in electric motor, drive and motion control technology!

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UQM Receives Navy Contract to Develop Advanced Electric Motor

UQM Technologies, Inc., a developer of alternative energy technologies, has received a $100,000 contract from the US Navy under the Small Business Innovation Research Program to develop an advanced electric motor that substantially improves the torque density, power density and efficiency over that currently available. The project is focused on developing compact high torque variable speed motors for the wide range of propulsion and power generation requirements of the Navy’s vehicles and fleets.

 “This project will explore the potential of an innovative motor design that combines the torque production of both permanent magnet and reluctance motor technologies,” said Jon Lutz, UQM Technologies’ vice president of technology. “Through a novel motor geometry, we hope to maximize both the torque and speed output of the motor and expand the output speed range beyond that of our currently available industry-leading technology.”

For more information visit www.uqm.com

New Motor from GE Meets Toughest Requirements of Process Industries

GE Motor's new X$D "Extra Severe Duty" Ultra 841 motor brings tough durability to the company's growing line of industrial AC motors. The new motor's low temperature rise and low vibration is well suited for harsh environments involving highly corrosive materials or where processes place high structural demands on motors, such as in the oil, gas, energy and chemical industries.

The X$D Ultra 841 motor, which meets or exceeds the latest requirements of IEEE 841–2001, has the ability to meet maximum exposed internal and external surface temperatures of up to 200°C under usual service conditions at a 1.0 service factor. Each new X$D Ultra 841 motor comes with its own test report, demonstrating performance compliance with the IEEE 841–2001 specification.

Furthermore, the X$D Ultra 841 motor meets or exceeds all National Electrical Manufacturers Association NEMA Premium Nominal efficiencies and exceeds all NEMA Premium minimum guaranteed efficiencies, helping to dramatically improve the motor's rate of energy consumption.

The use of GEGARD2000 Class H materials helps increase the new motor's protection against IGBT drive voltage spikes up to 2,000 volts for 460 and 575 line voltages.

To help maintain peak performance of the new X$D Ultra 841 motor and connected equipment, the rotor assembly balance is ISO 1940 Grade 1.0. The motor also incorporates an Inpro/Seal, which is integrated to both the drive-end and opposite drive–end, ensuring IP–55 protection of the bearing system. The oversized roller bearing has been designed for 130,000 hours minimum for direct drive loads, and 26,280 for L10 belt–driven loads.

One of a motor's most critical components is its bearing system. The motor's Six Star Bearing System, and its low overall vibration of 0.04 ips (inches per second), can extend the life of the motor and the connected equipment. These features, along with the motor's sealed re–greasable system, allow for easy maintenance while protecting and lubricating bearings. In addition, the motor's external fan is corrosion resistant; it offers thermal protection for enhanced bearing durability and longevity.

For more information visit www.gemotors.com

Don’t miss GE Fanuc’s presentation at the 2008 Motor, Drive & Automation Systems Conference!

New Motor/Drive with Triple Torque At Low Speeds Eliminates Gearing

The new DynaMotor is an AC motor with a variable speed controller integrated into one package that delivers ultra high torque at low speeds.

For example, a NEMA 56 frame TEFC DynaMotor provides 11 foot-llbs. of torque at 600 rpm. This is more than three times the output of a comparably sized PWM inverter and AC motor. It can do this continuously, far exceeding the capability of conventional AC motor drive systems.

The DynaMotor thus provides over a full horsepower at 600 rpm and more than double the torque of competitive technologies from 150 rpm to 1000 rpm.

This means that within that speed range the DynaMotor can drive equipment directly without the need for gearing, chains or belts and pulleys. 

These results are made possible because the DynaMotor is connected directly to an AC line and controls the induced power on a wound rotor instead of using an inverter on the incoming AC line. Like a DC motor, without the brushes and commutator, the DynaMotor produces higher torque at lower speeds and increased torque with more field poles.
The DynaMotor speed control concept is covered by nine US and foreign patents. It operates without RFI and other PWM problems caused by inverter drives.

By eliminating gearing and a separate controller cabinet the DynaMotor’s benefits include:
• Reduced components cost.  
• Lower installation labor.
• Greater Reliability. No later damage to wiring.
• Improved efficiency. No gear box losses.
• Smaller space.
• Less noise—No gearing or PWM whine.
• No RFI or other PWM switching problems.
The DynaMotor can be wired to the AC bus nearest the machine and then controlled by either wired commands or by wireless technology. It is also programmable and can be controlled by either digital or analog signals.

For more information visit www.dynamotors.com
Don’t miss DynaMotors’ presentation at the 2008 Motor, Drive & Automation Systems Conference!

New Linear Encoder from Heidenhain Available for Machine Tools with DROs

In keeping with the conversion of linear encoders for manual machine tool applications to the more robust 1 Vpp interface (from 11 µApp interface), as well as establishing a common platform for HEIDENHAIN linear encoders, the new state-of-the-art LS 688C linear encoder was recently introduced. This full size scale completes that conversion and is available in the common measuring lengths between 170 mm to 3040 mm, with additions of standard scales available at 670, 870 and 970 mm.

The scanning carriage on the LS 688C rides on ball bearings. This results in characteristics such as strong rigidity in the measuring direction, and backlash and mounting tolerances which make it especially designed for use on manually operated machine tools/digital readout (DRO) applications.

The HEIDENHAIN LS 688C is available with distance-coded reference marks and a connectable cable assembly which is compatible with the LS 388C scale series. These new scales are plug–and-play compatible with the ND 780 and PT880 digital readout systems. 

For more information visit www.heidenhain.com
Visit Heidenhain’s booth at the 2008 Motor, Drive & Automation Systems Conference!

Timing and Protection Relays from WEG Electric

WEG recently introduced its new RTW series timing relays and RPW series protection relays.
Designed in accordance with international standards, both lines are manufactured using precision electric circuits for high performance and exceptional reliability in virtually any industrial control application.
RPW protection relays are an economical choice for monitoring voltage to protect against the most common types of electrical failures. Monitoring voltage in electric installations is important for several reasons. Overvoltage, or phase loss, can make machinery and motors overheat decreasing their useful life. Phase sequence inversion can cause machinery to run improperly, perhaps destroying the entire system, and undervoltage may occur causing machinery to run in an undefined range, which could cause some parts of a system to run properly while others cease operating. With five different functions, the RPW Series is well suited for use in electric motor control panel applications.

For more information visit www.wegelectric.com
Don’t miss WEG’s presentation at the 2008 Motor, Drive & Automation Systems Conference!

Electric Motor Design Software Combines Automated FEA Simulations with Easy-to-Use Interface

MotorSolve is the first modern electric motor design software to combine powerful automated FEA simulations with an easy-to-use and intuitive interface. The first module available is exclusively for brushless DC motor types. The enhanced design environment focuses on speed and efficiency: the entire model generation and simulation process has been streamlined and automated for electric motors, making it possible to get accurate results with just the click of a button.

For more information visit www.infolytica.com
Don’t miss Infolytica’s presentation at the 2008 Motor, Drive & Automation Systems Conference!

High Accuracy Encoder Scale for Flat Panel Applications

With ±30 nm cyclic error, patented filtering optics, resolution to 5 nm and simple installation, Renishaw’s SiGNUM RSLM encoder system provides all of the benefits of a 20 μm encoder with the performance of a fine pitch system.
Renishaw’s SiGNUM range offers high speed, reliable, non-contact performance combined with advanced features including the IN-TRAC auto-phase optical reference mark and dynamic signal processing. The
RSLM spar scale is a new addition to the range, which offers performance to rival fine pitch glass scales at lengths far beyond their reach. RSLM scale is available in defined lengths up to 5 m with an overall accuracy better than ±4 µm, an industry first. Combined with the ultra-low ±30 nm sub-divisional error (SDE) of the SiGNUM encoder, RSLM is well suited for long travel applications where metrology cannot be compromised.

For more information visit www.renishaw.com

Luminary Micro Introduces Stellaris LM3S8000 Series

The Stellaris LM3S8000 series combines Controller Area Network (CAN) with a fully-integrated 10/100 Mbps Ethernet solution in an ARM architecture MCU. The LM3S8000 devices combine up to three CAN interfaces with both the Ethernet Media Access Control (MAC) and Physical (PHY) layers, marking the first time that integrated CAN and Ethernet connectivity is available together in an ARM Cortex-M3 MCU and the only integrated CAN and 10/100 Ethernet MAC/PHY available in an ARM architecture MCU.

For more information visit www.luminarymicro.com
Don’t miss Luminary Micro’s presentation at the 2008 Motor, Drive & Automation Systems Conference!

PicoTLynx Converters from Tyco Now in 5V/12V Versions

Tyco Electronics' Power Systems business recently debuted the 3 Amp and 6 Amp version of the 5/12 Vin PicoTLynx converter, the second introduction of the new TLynx series converter line. The 5/12Vin PicoTLynx converter is designed to provide higher power, higher density and faster transient response in a wide variety of board mounted power applications.

The 5V/12V PicoTLynx converter series supports a wide input voltage range of 4.5 to 14 V and provides a tightly regulated output voltage from 0.59V to 5.5Vdc. The open frame 3A and 6A modules are available in the same physical size, offering scalable solution for intermediate bus architectures (IBA) in high power density applications.
The 5V/12V PicoTLynx converter offers the same high efficiency as the Lynx series but with significantly improved thermal performance due to innovations in design and packaging. The 6A PicoTLynx converter delivers fully rated output current at 75°C with no airflow, enabling designers to take advantage of the full power capability of this high-density module. In addition, standard features include programmable output voltages, remote on/off, remote sense, Power Good, monotonic start up, over current and over temperature protection. The EZ-SEQUENCE feature is available as an option.

The 5V/12V PicoTLynx series converter also offers the new Tunable-Loop (patent pending) feature which allows engineers to optimize the control loop to significantly improve transient response and reduce the amount of external filtering. When the control loop is optimized using the Tunable-Loop feature, load transient response can be improved up to five times (5X) using identical external capacitance. The Tunable-Loop is easy to implement and requires only a minimal set of additional low cost components and no additional pins.

For more information visit www.tycoelectronics.com

Rectangular Inductive Sensors Ideal for Packaging Applications

Pepperl+Fuchs has introduced the F1 series rectangular inductive sensors.  Available in either DC or AC/DC models, these inductive sensors come in a compact IP67 rated rectangular housing that enables them to fit into small spaces. They are well suited for detecting metallic objects in material handling or packaging applications.
All models offer high visibility LED target-present indication with a shielded sensing range of  4 mm (flush mount).  DC models are also available in a  8 mm unshielded (non-flush mount) sensing range and are rated for 10-30 VDC, with 3-wire and 4-wire  outputs. They feature a high switching frequency of up to 1400 Hz, and are suited for fast processes. AC/DC models are rated for 20 to 250 VAC/VDC, feature 2-wire AC/DC and a switching speed of 25 Hz. They are short circuit and overload protected, and tolerant of reverse polarity.

For more information visit www.pepperl-fuchs.com
Don’t miss Pepperl+Fuchs’ presentation at the 2008 Motor, Drive & Automation Systems Conference!

2008 Motor, Drive & Automation Systems Conference
February 14-15 • Omni Hotel • Atlanta, Georgia

Taking place February 14-15 at The Omni Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia, this two-day technical conference will focus on the latest advancements in motor, drive and automation systems technology for a variety of industries and application. Attendees will have access to more than 40 technical presentations, pre-conference workshop opportunities, an interactive exhibit hall and numerous networking opportunities.

www.e-driveonline.com

First Ever Auto Futuretech Summit to Be Held in Vancouver in March 2008
The GLOBE Foundation recently announced that  the inaugural Auto FutureTech Summit will be held in Vancouver British Columbia March 12 – 14, 2008. This is the first event of its kind bringing together an elite global gathering of representatives of the automotive and fuel sector's major stakeholders: OEMs, suppliers, financiers, oil and gas producers, electric utilities, labor unions, maintenance providers, insurance/reinsurance, agribusiness, civil society groups, and policy makers. This event will be staged in conjunction with GLOBE 2008, North America’s premier event on the business of the environment.

This event is the first time industry has come together on this magnitude to discuss the massive shift taking place in the automotive sector. Together parties will explore the key issues, challenges and opportunities confronting the global automotive industry over the coming decade.

Conference sessions will explore the emergence of biofuels, which has been a rapidly expanding sector in the past two years. Governments in North America, Europe and elsewhere have expressed support for the use of biofuels, while nearly all major auto manufacturers have flex-fuel vehicles available or plans to start production soon.

 Electric Drive (Hybrids, Plug-in Hybrids, and Electric Vehicles) will be a major focus of discussion as the world’s largest carmakers have either signaled a wholesale move to hybrid gas-electric power, or more broad efforts toward the full electrification of the automobile. Once dubbed the “fuel of the future” hydrogen offers the prospect of abundant energy with only water vapor emissions. There have been a number of issues bringing this fuel to reality, in terms of powering commercially viable vehicles, but many manufacturers consider hybrid gas-electrics only to be a “bridge” technology to fuel cell vehicles. Each of these technologies has attracted billions in investment, and innovative companies are improving the environmental performance of vehicles while seeking to maintain economic competitiveness.

For more information visit www.globe2008.ca

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      Power Systems World, Dallas, Texas

      30-Nov. 1
      SAE Commercial Vehicle Engineering Congress & Exhibition, Chicago, Ill.

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      21-23
      The 12th China Small Motor Technology Conference, Shanghai, China

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     11-13
     Power-Gen International, New Orleans, La.

Zero Downtime 2007
November 6-7, 2007
Scottsdale, Az.
Radisson Ft. McDowell Resort and Casino

Zero Downtime 2007 is a new spin on the popular Equipment Protection Conferences. This two-day conference focused on the latest advancements in protecting electronic equipment for data centers, communication and control networks, 24X7 industrial and facility systems, infrastructure and emergency service operations and other mission-critical electronic systems.

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POWER-GEN International
December 11-13, 2007
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
New Orleans, LA

Join more than 17,000 power professionals at POWER-GEN International 2007, a fast-paced, three-day information exchange designed to share practical experiences, knowledge and ideas on the latest power industry trends and challenges. Featuring insightful discussions, educational conference sessions and networking exchanges with the power sector’s leading companies, you’ll have the opportunity to network and learn from thousands of experts about the technologies and trends on the forefront of the power industry’s future. Register by October 26, 2007 for early bird savings! www.power-gen.com

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