Tech Briefs Magazine - December 2023 - MD-21

Vision Sensor
The In-Sight SnAPP vision sensor by Cognex (Natick, MA) brings
the power of machine vision to everyone. With guided setup and
pre-trained AI, In-Sight SnAPP allows manufacturers to quickly and
easily automate inspections, no experience needed. Leveraging innovative
vision technologies, these user-friendly sensors solve a
wide range of error-proofing tasks to improve quality control. InSight
SnAPP Apps address a range of error-proofing tasks, from
simple presence/absence detection to multi-point
Telescoping Linear
Actuators
Rollon (Hackettstown, NJ)
has introduced its TLS Series
inspections.
These sensors perform one job at a time but can solve a variety of
different applications. Within the intuitive user interface, you can easily switch between applications
to respond to changes on the line or create new jobs to automate more steps in
your production process. This keeps your business agile, while reducing costs and eliminating
manual errors. Powered by AI and image-based analysis, In-Sight SnAPP vision sensors
exceed the capabilities of conventional, laser-based sensors to offer higher accuracy and
higher performance for any detection task. Its two key features include an anomaly detector
that can run anomaly detection and find variable defects and features, like stains, scratches,
and debris as well as a 2-Class classifier that performs binary classification and inspections
with known or consistent anomalies.
www.cognex.com
EtherCAT TAP Software
Hilscher North America (Lisle, IL) has released its
EtherCAT Tap software application for netFIELD
OnPremise edge gateway and other supported netXbased
hardware. This innovative software solution provides
seamless IIoT integration for both new and legacy
machinery. The netFIELD App EtherCAT Tap enables manufacturers to passively extract
valuable process data from existing machines on EtherCAT networks without impacting operations
and equipment controls. The application is compatible with any EtherCAT network,
achieves success without interference to existing network or PLC controls, and its simple
setup can be completed within minutes. This containerized software is easy to deploy and
manage, and it includes a built-in, feature-rich configuration app that is accessible via web
browser. No additional software tools are required for deployment. The extracted, raw
EtherCAT data can either be automatically enriched with semantics during the capture process,
or manually reconstructed. Semantic information can be directly input via the
EtherCAT network information (ENI) file - provided by TwinCAT or any other compatible
engineering tool. After configuration, data of interest can be sent via MQTT to the desired
monitoring or analytics application. This passive data capture tool enables condition monitoring
and data analytics applications to improve the performance of legacy machines and
plant operations - with zero impact on installed equipment.
www.hilscher.com
Linear Servo Motor
The GVCM-095-064-01 Linear Servo Actuator from Moticont
(Van Nuys, CA) combines high precision and high force in an
easily integrated package. This linear voice coil servo actuator,
also called a moving coil motor, features: zero cogging, high
speed, high acceleration/deceleration, and high-precision accuracy
and repeatability when operated in a closed servo loop.
The precision ground 0.1572 +/- 0.0003 inches (3.993 +/0.008
mm) diameter shaft guided by a linear bearing in the extended position is 2.500
inches (63.5 mm) long. It can tolerate a side load to 2 lb (9.0 N) and has 1.500 inches (38.1
mm) of travel with a high-force-to-size ratio of 24.4 lb (108.6 N) of continuous force and
77.1 lb (343 N) of peak force at a 10 percent duty cycle. The shaft has a 4-40 UNC 2B x 0.38
deep thread for backlash free connection to a load. When the shaft is extended the coil end
extends beyond the housing 0.750 inches (19.05 mm) and the housing and coil ends each
have two 10-32 UNF-2B threaded holes on 1.00 inches (25.4 mm) bolt circles for easy installation.
Quiet, efficient, smooth motion of this clean, low inertia brushless motor makes it
the ideal choice for assembly, clamping and work holding, sorting equipment, medical devices,
optical focusing, antenna positioning, shutters and doors, testing, slide actuators,
valve actuation, and wafer handling.
www.moticont.com
Motion Design, December 2023
of telescoping linear actuators.
The new series is designed to
maximize productivity for applications
where space is limited
- especially for applications
with minimal vertical clearance, such as
between the machine and ceiling, or horizontally
between machines. TLS actuators integrate
seamlessly into multi-axis systems and are available
in two- or three-stage versions. Their design
enables long stroke lengths with minimal closed
lengths. The series features a synchronized drive
system, requiring only a single motor to achieve
motion. Additionally, these actuators are
equipped with a built-in automated lubrication
system, ensuring a prolonged lifetime while requiring
minimal maintenance. The TLS series is
available in four sizes: 100, 230, 280 and 360,
with a maximum speed up to 6 m/s and acceleration
up to 20 m/s. Their combination of high
stroke to closed length ratio and synchronized
drive system powers designers to easily optimize
their machine footprint or floor layouts.
www.rollon.com
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http://www.cognex.com http://www.rollon.com http://info.hotims.com/84486-705 http://www.hilscher.com http://www.moticont.com

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