How to Choose the Right Control Method for VFDs - Machine …
WEBOct 23, 2014 · Motors account for at least half of the energy consumed in the U.S. Selecting the right control method for an application lets the motor run most efficiently while maximizing torque and overall ...
What’s the Difference Between the Sagittal, Coronal, and …
WEBFeb 2, 2015 · The sagittal or lateral plane dives the body into left and right halves and is an x-z plane. Technically, the sagittal or median plane goes right through the middle between the body’s left and ...
Cast Iron and Wrought Iron: What’s the Difference?
WEBJan 9, 2023 · Wrought iron is softer and more ductile than cast iron. It is also highly malleable and can be heated, re-heated and worked into various shapes. In fact, it gets stronger the more it is worked ...
The Basics of Shoulder Screws - Machine Design
WEBNov 4, 2011 · This differs from machine screws, where the same specification yields a screw with a threaded section ¼ in. in diameter and 1-in. long. The overall length of the shoulder screw includes the head ...
Understanding Medial vs. Lateral, Proximal vs. Distal, and Superior …
WEBMay 29, 2024 · This article originally posted on June 22, 2016. It was updated on May 29, 2024. When designing machines, an understanding of anatomical terms such as medial and lateral, proximal and distal, and ...
Engineering Essentials: What Is a Programmable Logic Controller ...
WEBJun 1, 2015 · A programmable logic controller (PLC) is an industrial solid-state computer that monitors inputs and outputs, and makes logic-based decisions for automated processes or machines. 1. The image ...
Basics of Aerospace Materials: Aluminum and Composites
WEBJun 19, 2014 · Basics of Aerospace Materials: Aluminum and Composites. Aluminum will likely be in airframes for another century, while composites represent the new material on the block. Two materials play major ...
What’s the Difference Between Bearing, Shear, and Tear-Out Stress?
WEBJul 1, 2016 · Tear-out area is sometimes taken from the center of the bolt hole to the outside of the materialâ increasing the area by the radius of the hole. A more conservative approach is to take the area ...
What’s the Difference between AC, DC, and EC Motors?
WEBAug 24, 2017 · Consequently, AC motors are less efficient than DC motors. In fact, the DC motor is 30% more efficient than AC motors due to the secondary magnetic field being generated from the permanent magnets ...
The basics of system engineering: What system engineering is and …
WEBJan 1, 2001 · The SilverMax line from QuickSilver Controls combines a motion controller, motor drive electronics, position feedback, and motor in one unit. System engineering is more complicated than standard ...