Robotics

I was sent here by RS with this question: I need to exert a force of 10kg from a DC electric motor via a worm drive. What motor should I choose? I would be very grateful for any advice 

Hey everyone!I’m working on a resin MSLA 3D printer project and exploring ways to implement an automated bed leveling system. The goal is to achieve precise parallel alignment between the build plate and the resin vat — reducing peel forces and avoiding print failures. I’d love to hear your ideas, suggestions, or experiences with auto-leveling mechanisms specifically for resin printers. This could include: ✔️ Mechanical systems✔️ Sensor types (load cells, piezo, capacitive, etc.)✔️ Actuation methods✔️ Software-based solutions or feedback loops If you’ve come across or designed any interesting concepts, feel free to share! Diagrams, references, or links are very welcome. Also, if you have any completely different ideas for achieving precise leveling or minimizing peel force — I’m open to hearing them! Thanks in advance for the help!

I please need advice/ help selecting a Digital temperature controller for controling a heating element(220v AC) to between 200 to 210 deg C,  Currently I am using a Digital temp controler that has a switch for it's output, so switching a relay to switch the element on or off as needed,  I'm looking for a controler that has a voltage output to switch / activate a digital relay, most of which I have found need a 5v to 30v DC input, sureley there should be a way to do this without having to use a transformer and regulator to convert the 220v AC to 24v DC. Any help/ advice would be greatly appreciated.

There is a 350W 24v switching power supply, which we use to power modules such as PLC and relays. In an accident, it is estimated that the line is short-circuited and sparks occur. Most of the modules in the circuit are burned. If I pass the fuse after the switching power supply, can this situation be completely avoided? In addition, can the short-circuit protection of the switching power supply protect the modules in the circuit from being burned under normal circumstances?

Good morning I'm looking for an instruction manual for the Windmoller Triumph V made in 1972. I would like if anyone has the pdf this is the first page, and I have just this.

I've got a project that uses JST-SM connectors. It's for an LED pole light which needs to be assembled/reassembled regularly. I'm finding the connectors quite delicate and the pins are getting damage when there's tension or during transport. Is there a more robust alternative I could use?

Hi - On our small vessel we have a 12v  failry powerful motor to run the autopilot, where the power is supplied by the boat's battery bank.  On an 'independant' system we have 240v that is supplied via an inverter, but the power originates from the same battery bank as the 12v system.  The problem is that we have a laptop to run a piece of scientific equiptment, and when the laptop is plugged in to the 240v, it picks up interference whenever the 12v autopilot motor is actuated.  The laptop only has to be plugged in - the socket can be switched on or off and the interference is picked up by the laptop.  There is no interference on the laptop when not plugged in.  So some kind of noise is crossing over to the 240v wiring i guess.   We have tried a couple things so far; adding more ferrites in various places, as well as using a voltage cleaner (a bit like a UPS) between the 240 socket and laptop but the interference still gets through.   I've been looking at things like an IEC in-line filter that I can just plug in to the 240 and laptop cord, but these seem to only filter noise generated from mains power. I'm not an electrician so i'm a bit unclear on what the solution might be, as i'm not actually sure what kind of noise it is that's being generated.  Any advices welcome.   Thanks.   

Hello everyone, I'm researching the contactors and thermal and electronic overload relays. In particular, I'm trying to understand: The differences in the products provided by the large players (ABB, Schneider Electric, Siemens, Mitsubishi Electric) The future trends in terms of technological innovation Brand perception of the large players (e.g., ABB is good/bad because or xyz, and so on) I wasn't able to find much online other than companies align to each other and tend to produce: Compact frames to save space in cabinets Universal coil to support both DC and AC Wide range voltage support in coils Modular hardware Smart wiring connections While for relays: Current measurement and output of data Remote monitoring features IoT connectivity features Smart wiring connections Does any of you know: 1. What is likely to happen technology-wise in the next few years that could be innovative for the market? 2. What are the differentiators of the products provided by the large manufacturers? 3. How are the large manufacturers perceived and how are Japanese players perceived in the western market in terms of contactors and relays? Thanks in advance for those of you who will read.

Hi Everyone, I am working on a low voltage (12V DC) application that requires the momentary activation of a device for a several minutes. I was trying to discover a suitable timer relay and came across some of the Weidmuller products, in particular the TERM series, however I am not able to figure out if they are momentary activation to start the timer, and whether or not the timer can be restarted mid-cycle by another input signal.Is anyone able to point me in the right direction for understanding these items?Any help much appreciated.Andrew

Hi, does anyone know how to download the programming software for the RS Pro Logic Controller ( RS part no 917-6370). The data sheet has a Dopbox link that doesn't work??

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Hello everyone, I am a lover of machine structures, so I have recorded videos of machine structures on my youtube channel for everyone to refer to and learn from each other, Structural designs of all kinds machines such as filling machines, packing machines, robotic arms, automatic assembly machinesLooking forward to everyone's comments https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=STC-85-gQmw&list=PLxq4Yft5Rsyf5UKhVWRpfFx3NLxtMUh8Q&index=1

Hi There! I need to turn on-off a set of 6 digital outputs (relay is iok) from a custom designed PC windows program. My client already has a S7 1200 PLC wired that has never used. This would be a good solution as he already has a UTP cable from his computer to where all these 6 machines are Is it easy to interact from a Windows program with a S7 1200 PLC just to turn on-off these DO's in the PLC? Does it need to use OPC or can another simpler protocol be used? If not, is there an easier solution? (Siemens Logo PLC's?)   Thanks a lot!

As most of this community knows Power control is a vital aspect of the UK industry, with the potential to save companies money, improve efficiency, and reduce environmental impact. That is why I open this discussion with this United Automation article blog on:         https://www.united-automation.com/benefits-of-power-control-solutions-in-the-uk-industry/   After reading this article, I wonder what industries are doing to save energy and be more sustainable with planet Earth.    

I want to run some mahines in an industry automatically in different time.Each machine will have a specific time to run.