Speed, torque, and horsepower are three inter-related parameters in motor control. The speed of a motor, measured in revolutions per minute (rpm), defines a motor's ability to spin at a rate per unit ...

Controller manufacturers are improving features such as motor protection and brushless dc commutation. One operation of all motors, whether powered by ac or dc, calls for a controller. The simplest of ...

The topic of motors and motor control techniques is wide and varied. Part one of this two-part article will cover the principles of alternating-current (AC) motor operation and control. Part two will ...

More efficient use of energy is critical, and motors-which have the dubious distinction of consuming more than 50 percent of the energy produced in the United States-are high-profile targets for ...

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 ...

For the PDF version of this article, click here. Consumer appliance and industrial applications are generating demand for sophisticated motor control circuits that can simplify system designs, reduce ...

To reap all the benefits that an electric motor drive can offer, choose one that's a perfect match for your application A speed control enables the motor to achieve maximum efficiency during all ...

A recent world-wide interest in the environmental friendliness, water consumption, and energy saving particularly impinges on the home appliance area. The actual regulatory standards and ...

The wide range of electric motors can be a confusing topic even without considering intelligent motor control. This brief overview is for those who think motors are only divided into two categories: ...