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The creative power of big data Big Data, for all of its being touted across the manufacturing industry, remains somewhat of an esoteric topic. That’s understandable, as the concept of every bearing and every cylinder and every machine part having sensors seems far off or downright bizarre to some design engineers.

Sure, sensors are becoming small and cheap and ubiquitous, but … well, who cares? Who needs all that data? And even if we had it, what on Earth would we do with it?

While I’m on board that Big Data is coming—and that it will change a lot about how we see our world in the coming decade—I do confess that at times, it’s hard to see the applicability in some of what I see in today’s manufacturing operations.

I was caught a little off guard by the way that the international food packaging manufacturer Tetra Pak is using Big Data right now during a recent visit to the company’s R&D center. They’ve found a fascinating way to use Big Data not just for themselves, but for their customers.

Tetra Pak actively works to measure, benchmark, and improve its packaging machinery.

Through the thousands of systems that it has installed globally, and the constellation of sensors that imbue each line, the company has been able to develop a baseline of how these systems operate in the real world. They have terabytes of data on how these processes are working, what the operators are doing, and how they’re reacting to different issues.

But beyond simply using the data to improve the machinery it builds, this has given rise to a whole new business unit for the company, consisting of a service that includes helping customers understand where and how losses are happening on their production lines.

When customers can’t produce any more product, they will generally go and buy more equipment. Now Tetra Pak can help them produce more with the equipment they already have, thanks to what Big Data tells them.

Cynics might say the company’s shooting itself in the proverbial foot; that it should be trying to sell more hardware. But smart manufacturers know they need to focus on building long-term relationships with their customers—and helping with efficiency and productivity can go a long way toward cementing those ties.

The other thing I’d point out to those cynics? Tetra Pak’s services business is now the company’s fastest growing segment. And that’s some Big Data that the corporate accounting department is surely smiling about. DW

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What are engineering technologists, and do we have enough of them?

Those who’ve watched the engineering profession over the years might become suspicious when a prominent scientific organization studies employment in the field. The reason for this wariness arises out of previous proclamations from the National Science Foundation which has had a reputation for forecasting fake engineering shortages.

One such occasion was in the 1980s.

As explained by demographer Michael S. Teitelbaum, NSF claims of an imminent engineering shortage, which never materialized, were based upon simplistic demographic projections produced by a small NSF policy office. The projections, it turned out, had been criticized by the NSF’s own science and engineering workforce experts.

So it is noteworthy that a new report, this time from the National Academy of Engineering, found no sign of an engineering shortage. The report covered engineering technologist (ET) jobs and engineering technicians.

For those unware of the ET degree program, it typically resembles an ordinary engineering curriculum but with less higher level math and more application-oriented lab work. The fact that NAE found no shortage of

engineering technologists nor a shortage of engineering technicians is doubly interesting in that curriculums for technicians and ET grads are, in fact, inclined to have spot shortages because they tend to be more closely aligned to local industries than are engineering jobs. So they are more likely to be affected by the ups and downs of local economics.

The rationale for NAE examining ET jobs wasn’t to go sniffing around for shortages.

Instead, the Academy seemed interested in the area because it didn’t know much about jobs for ETs and technicians. In fact, few people, or engineering companies, seem to have a clue about ET degrees.

There are only about 18,000 four-year degrees in engineering technology awarded in the U.S. annually, compared to about 94,000 four-year engineering degrees.

NAE surveyed engineering employers and found that 30% of them had never heard of ET education. And a third of them didn’t know the difference between work done by engineers and work done by engineering technologists.

Says Ron Latanision, NAE report co-chair and corporate vice president of Exponent Failure Analysis Associates, “We were surprised that companies were generally unaware that there are opportunities for people who have an inclination for handson work and implementation. ET students

I’ve seen are just as determined as the students I used to teach at M.I.T. Their career pathways are just as bright as for people with engineering degrees. And they are paid well.”

When Latanision says ET grads are paid well, he means relative to the pay scale of technicians with two-year degrees. But the NAE report also noted that those graduating with engineering degrees typically earn more than ET grads. Sometimes the same schools graduating ETs also graduate engineers. All in all, there seems to be no difference in the cost of the two types of education. So given that engineers will probably earn more, you might wonder why anyone would go the ET route when it means a lower pay check.

“You have to look beyond the cost of the degree,” says Latanision. “Some young people are just more satisfied with handson activities. There are salary differences in the beginning. But as people mature and grow, their skills become apparent to their employers and they advance.”

Still, money talks. If salary levels are an indication, industry seems to think engineering technologists are important, but only to a point. The NAE wants to shine a light on this segment of the industrial workforce.

“Technologist-level help is absolutely integral to our manufacturing base,” says Latanision.

“The ET career path should be well known and something people aspire to.” DW

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Grit in the future of IoT According to a 2015 McKinsey Global Institute report on American

All the gathered data are being stored and analyzed, with the goal of making old machinery and equipment work better and industry, the U.S. economy has only reached do old tasks and processes in new ways.

One belief about the use of IoT is that about 18% of its digital potential. On the one “the cloud will amplify different forms of hand, that’s good news—there’s room to power—the power of machines, of individual people, of flows of ideas, and of humanity grow in the application of digital technology as a whole—to unprecedented levels,” said in many areas of the U.S. economy.

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On the other hand, we are already seeing digital technology take over many traditional jobs and tasks people used to do for income. Should it? Just how many tasks should be automated that people and employees can—and maybe should— do? Can society handle the implications of such a shift? We are already seeing blowback from the amount of automation in manufacturing.

The concept of everything connected to the internet, and automating as much as possible has plenty of drawbacks. Two are privacy and security. What are the limits of data gathering? How risky is it really? Consider “ransomware,” which extorts companies for access to their stored information. What can be done to prevent others from misusing our information against us?

Another example involves algorithms.

YouTube recently used algorithms to automatically place ads in videos. Then those algorithms put some ads in front of ISIS videos. More than a few companies

were displeased with that placement.

While the trend is to take anything and put sensors on it to gather data for the IoT, is that the right step? Do we, as engineers, even ask those questions anymore?

What should the role of the engineer be in this digital age? One suggestion is the engineer should function as a systems architect of “complex technical, social, economic, and political systems capable of addressing the global challenges we now face,” says Friedman.

Notes Friedman, some thinkers are saying we are now in an era of co-evolution. As technology evolves, it is forcing everything it connects with to change and evolve too— various business areas, medicine, and society in general.

But can this evolution be better managed so as not to throw major portions of our society into unemployment? Bill Gates recently stated in a Fortune article that he thought companies should pay a tax for every robot they use to replace an employee. The tax money would go towards re-training displaced employees. (Although, as mentioned in the article, the effectiveness of job training programs is debatable.) Gates also suggested that it might be a good idea to slow down the rapid installation of technology.

Not everyone is ready to be an entrepreneur. Not everyone is tech savvy. Not everyone is ready to “invent their next job.”

Where does automation advance society’s growth, and where does it harm it? And what responsibility do engineers have in pointing this out? DW

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Electrochemical micro transformation opens doors to design of lightweight metal surfaces n Paul J. Heney • Editorial Director

What design engineer hasn’t wished that s/he could simply modify the surface properties of the metal they’re using to better fit the application? What once seemed like something from the realm of alchemists may now be a reality. The newly developed Micro Arc Oxidation (MAO) technology allows for the multifunctional modification of lightweight metals such as aluminum, titanium or magnesium. Surfaces can be designed for their desired functions and the performance of lightweight metal components are significantly improved. This allows for new functional and decorative applications—including in mass produced products—with significant reductions in weight, material and costs while maintaining or even improving functionality.

The Metaker MAO process modifies the outer layers of lightweight metals to form a strong, multifunctional atomic metal-ceramic bond. By adapting the process parameters, the material attributes (functionality) and their combination (multifunctionality) can be calibrated for specific applications.

The procedure is an electrochemical nanotechnological surface treatment for light metals such as aluminum, titanium and magnesium. It uses billions of microplasma discharges (micro arcs) to transform a 2 to 200 μm thick layer of the surface microstructure of a workpiece to a sealed, multifunctional, atomically fused metal-ceramic bond.

This metal-ceramic bond creates a complex, heterogeneous, multi-functional and gradient material mix whose composition, structure, substance and properties vary from the interior to the surface of the product and can

be adapted to specific applications. The ceramic substances used in the procedure are high-strength, high-pressure and hightemperature modifications of various oxides.

By using the Micro Arc Oxidation Process, alloys of aluminum, magnesium, titanium and water resistant material combinations with these alloys can be custom modified. The production process of the desired component as well as its geometric complexity are both irrelevant. Full functionality can be achieved with aluminum alloys with a silicon content of less than 1012%. Alloys with a higher silicon content will face certain restrictions.

Material lightweighting for functionality could mean substituting aluminum instead of bronze for the thrust bearing of a large compressor.

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An example of a specific application. Cross section of a ca. 80 µm thick layer applied to the rounded edge (R=0.06 mm) of an aluminum workpiece (white in the image) with a variable microhardness of 894 HV (image below right) to 425 HV (image above right). The hard metalceramic bond strengthens and stiffens the thin aluminum component regardless of its geometric complexity. The image above left shows a SEM image of the surface topology.

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Double digit savings potential This procedure allows for a range of mechanical, chemical, electrical, optical, haptic, biological, ecological and technological properties of lightweight metals to be modified on an industrial scale. It transforms the surface into a constructional element, which potentially opens new possibilities for the industrial application of lightweight metals. For example, double digit improvement can be achieved in weight reduction, product and processing costs, lifespan, and efficiency.

MAO surfaces have many potential uses for the implementation of lightweight metals in key industries. Applications include material substitution, functional integration, and hybrid lightweight design. In one instance, a manufacturer of high performance electric motors was able to replace a copper moving component with one made from aluminum.

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The implementation of the lighter material resulted in a cost reduction of 92% and a weight reduction of 72%, while at the same time improving functionality and increasing the lifespan of the product.

Billions of microplasma discharges form complex metal-ceramic bonds The properties of the material can be controlled through changes to the various process parameters such as the electrolyte chemistry, electric current, voltage and discharge time.

The surface and process properties offer truly unique features that provide unprecedented application potential as has been confirmed time and time again by researchers and industries.

“The newly developed combination of water-resistant material components such as plastics, steel or glass with modified aluminum

components allows engineers to take new approaches in incremental and disruptive innovations,” said managing director Eugen Pfeifer. “If one were to choose for example a fiberglass reinforced plastic, the aluminum component can specifically modified prior to overmolding, to improve its resistance to corrosion and wear and to improve its surface structure for better bonding, and after overmolding modified again to further improve wear resistance.”

The nearly limitless possibilities to combine and alter materials as well as the adjustable geometric complexity of Metaker material hybrids create a foundation for developing new technical systems and processes. DW Metaker | metaker.com Lightweighting Baden-Wuerttemberg | leichtbau-bw.de/en

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The Flex4K-GS, developed on top of the established Flex4K platform, uses a custom sensor capable of recording 1,000 frames per second (fps) at 4K resolution, while its global shutter ensures that every pixel is exposed to light at the exact same moment in time. The camera has isolated electronics and a thermal design to operate in a temperature range of -20°C to 50°C, all the while maintaining a stable image.

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Fittings and tubings for beverage systems Push-to-connect fittings and tubing are for potable water and beverage systems, including applications such as brewing, coffee/drink dispensing, soup and liquid food production. HydroMode push-to-connect fittings are for use with polyethylene and other flexible tubing; all fittings are made of NSF approved materials with NSF-51 and NSF-61 certifications. Rated for up to 145 psi at 70°C (158°F), the body and collet of the fittings are made from acetal, while the O-rings are made of synthetic rubber; optional retaining clips prevent accidental tube removal.

The flexible and lightweight PE tubing is available in sizes ranging from 5/32 in. to ½ in. and in seven colors: black, blue, natural, red, yellow, green, and white.

HydroMode reinforced PVC hose incorporates a polyester spiraled yarn which allows use in high-pressure applications. The Shore A 73-rated hose provides good chemical resistance and is flexible and lightweight. It is Phthalate free and NSF 61 certified.

HydroMode lead-free brass fittings are hose barbs with male NPT threads for use in potable water and beverage applications.

Additional NITRA brass fittings have also been added. Machined from quality brass bar stock, they work well with air, water, oil, oxygen, nitrogen and argon. With a maximum pressure of 800 psi, fittings are available in most popular styles and sizes; the fittings all have NPT threaded connections. DW AutomationDirect | Automationdirect.com

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Altra Industrial Motion Vol. 6 | No. 1 | 2017

The Power Brands in Power Transmission

Featured in this Edition...

Altra Introduces NEW Brand Websites, eCatalogs and Product Selection Tools Warner Linear Launches New H-Track Electric Linear Actuator System Altra Introduces Stromag Altra Certified Rebuild Services – Marland, Formsprag, & Ameridrives Stieber RDBR-E Torque Limiting Backstops Bauer HiflexDRIVE in Stainless Steel Design TB Wood’s Enhanced Belt Drive Selector Altra Webinar Series

NEW Brand Websites, eCatalogs and Product Selection Tools Find Altra Industrial Motion on:

Altra Industrial Motion Ameridrives Couplings Bauer Gear Motor Bibby Turboflex Boston Gear Delroyd Worm Gear Formsprag Clutch

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Guardian Couplings Huco Industrial Clutch Inertia Dynamics Kilian Lamiflex Couplings

Marland Clutch Matrix Nuttall Gear Stieber Clutch Stromag Svendborg Brakes

TB Wood’s Twiflex Limited Warner Electric Warner Linear Wichita Clutch

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Altra Introduces NEW Brand Websites, eCatalogs and Product Selection Tools From each brand homepage, you can explore all of our resources and visit our key market portals to find solutions for your specific needs.

Get Connected Each brand’s Newsroom makes it quick and easy to stay up-to-date with the latest brand news including new literature releases and trade show schedules.

Selection Programs & eCatalogs Use the available Selection Programs to choose the correct product for your application.

Additionally, the eCatalog offers product selections and comparisons to meet your specific needs.

Responsive Design Responsive design ensures the new brand sites, eCatalogs and product selection programs display properly across all devices.

Warner Linear Launches New H-Track Electric Linear Actuator System Designed for use in extreme applications requiring high load capacity in a small footprint.

The H-Track provides the performance of hydraulics without the expansive space requirements nor the prohibitive cost of full-sized hydraulic systems. The H-Track is a robust electric actuator solution with a force up to 4800lbs (21350N) and travel speeds near 4 inches (100mm) per second. The H-Track family feature the smallest mounting envelope in their class with a patented valve and reservoir design that provides significant space savings compared to competitive models.

Features Include: • Flexible bore and rod combinations allow for multiple mounting configurations • Fluid reservoir is vented and isolated from the atmosphere with a flexible lid • Solid rods allow for increased resistance to buckling allowing actuator and pump operation in any orientation without entraining or • Actuator mounting length is shorter than any other electromechanical cavitation actuator on the market • Minimum mounting clearance of 4.8 inches • Immune to vibrational drifting and hydraulically self-locks • Optional meter out circuits on one or both sides of the actuator ensures load run-away situations will not occur

For more information, download P-7994-WL from www. AltraLiterature.com

Altra Welcomes Stromag Founded in 1932, Stromag has grown to become a globally recognized leader in the development and manufacture of innovative power transmission components for industrial drivetrain applications. Stromag engineers utilize the latest design technologies and materials to provide creative, energy-efficient solutions that meet their customer’s most challenging requirements.

Stromag’s extensive product range includes flexible couplings, disc brakes, limit switches, an array of hydraulically, pneumatically, and electrically actuated brakes, and a complete line of electric, hydraulic and pneumatic clutches.

Stromag engineered solutions improve drivetrain performance in a variety of key markets including energy, off-highway, metals, marine, transportation, printing, textiles, and material handling on applications such as wind turbines, conveyor systems, rolling mills, agriculture and construction machinery, municipal vehicles, forklifts, cranes, presses, deck winches, diesel engines, gensets and stage machinery.

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Altra Certified Rebuild Services – Marland, Formsprag, & Ameridrives Marland: Your old, worn Marland clutches can be refurbished for substantially less than the cost of a new replacement clutch. Our economical rebuild service applies to all Marland Clutch BCMA, CECON and CEBMAG models. The local Marland Rebuild Service team will perform the following to restore your clutch to likenew condition: Inspect and replace seals, energizing springs, alloy steel rollers, aluminum cages, bearings and fasteners as required, inspect and precision grind the outer race and cam if required, assemble and test to meet Marland original design and performance specifications, paint and prepare for shipment. For more details on our cost saving certified Marland Rebuild Program, call 1-888-216-3515.

Formsprag: Send Formsprag your old clutches to make them like new again. The difference is not just cosmetic. Consider these advantages: Price – A guaranteed savings of at least 30% or more versus new product, Speed – Clutches are received, inspected and rebuilt in the shortest possible time frame, Warranty – 1 year on labor and materials, same as new clutches, and Emergency Breakdown Program – All products that are air freighted into the Warren plant are processed immediately and, in most cases, are able to be rebuilt within a 24-hour period. For more information download Application Guide P-1465-FC from www.AltraLiterature.com. n Altra Industrial Motio

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Ameridrives Rebuild Service

Ameridrives remanufactured couplings look like new, perform like new and are warrantied like new For more information call (814) 480-5095 or visit www.Ameridrives.com.

The Ameridrives Rebuild Service Team will conduct a comprehensive inspection of your coupling and perform the following to restore your coupling to its original specifications with a new coupling warranty: • All potential wear components – metallic and gear flex elements, shims, and fasteners are refurbished or replaced to new performance standards.

• Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI) on all torque transmitting

your old, worn couplings for Ameridrives Rebuild Service can refurbish replacement coupling. The economical ® substantially less than the cost of a new , Ameridrives couplings including Ameridisc rebuild service applies to all ® high speed couplings used primarily Ameriflex® and Amerigear high performance, applications in the power generation, on turbomachinery, compressor and pump brands are accepted on a case-byoil & gas and marine industries. Other coupling case basis.

Ameridrives has the team, facilities, As a leading global coupling manufacturer, experience to rebuild and replace and nearly 100 years of inspection and repair are completed to meet the exacting all coupling components as required. Repairs standards of the original coupling.

components.

• Removal and repair of surface defects on a lathe and glass bead blasting as appropriate while maintaining original coupling integrity.

• Precision dimensional and Total Indicator Run-out (TIR) measurement • Rebalancing to original API 671 certification if applicable. This recertification requires the return of the entire coupling structure.

Ameridrives: Ameridrives Rebuild Service can refurbish your old, worn couplings for substantially less than the cost of a new replacement coupling. The economical rebuild service applies to all Ameridrives couplings including Ameridisc®, Ameriflex® and Amerigear® high performance, high speed couplings used primarily on turbomachinery, compressor and pump applications in the power generation, oil & gas and marine industries. Other coupling brands are accepted on a case-by-case basis. For details on the rebuild program, call 1-814-480-5095, download P-7948-AC from www.AltraLiterature.com or visit www.Ameridrives.com.

in the shortest possible time frame.

Couplings are received, inspected and rebuilt down schedule.

We will work to accommodate your shut call (814) 480-5095 or visit For details on our cost-saving program www.Ameridrives.com. www.ameridrives.com 1802 Pittsburgh Avenue Erie, PA 16502 - USA 814-480-5000 Fax: 814-453-5891

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Stieber RDBR-E Torque Limiting Backstops

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Torque Limiting/Load Sharing Low-Speed Backstop Releasable Under Load • Releasable under load • Load sharing over several backstops • The Stieber RDBR-E limiting/ load sharing backstops limit the stresses and protect your conveyor belt system • At present, the RDBR-E torque capacity reaches a maximum of 350,000 Nm, although this will be extended up to 700,000 Nm in the future For more information download P-7820-SC from www.AltraLiterature.com

Stainless Steel drives are carefully designed for applications where regular washdowns are required to maintain a clean environment. The stainless steel design eliminates hygiene risks due to mechanical impacts or long operation in areas with intensive cleaning. The motor, just like the aseptic range, is designed so that a fan and cooling ribs are not required, thereby allowing for a completely smooth outer casing with a non-drive end which is sealed. This eliminates any dirt traps on the motor casing and also prevents re-infection of the local environment caused by air movement from a cooling fan.

For more information download P-8083-BGM from www.AltraLiterature.com

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• Highest torque capacity for releasable external backstops in the market • Load sharing over several backstops • The Stieber RDBR-E limiting / load sharing low speed backstop can really limit the stresses and protect your conveyor belt system

TB Wood’s Enhanced Belt Drive Selector TB Wood’s has recently introduced more enhancements to their popular online Belted Drive Selection Program. The improved online program now checks the arm/web strength of a sheave/sprocket along with the bushing torque rating for suitability of the application.

The enhanced web-based tool works on PC, tablet or Mac platforms.

Users can display Relative, Discount and Quote pricing. Favorite belted solutions can be more easily marked, shared and recalled.

Altra Webinar Series The Altra Webinar Series is open to the public and are held on the first Wednesday of each month at 10 AM (CST). They will also be posted to the websites for access. For more information, please contact altra-webinar@altramotion.com.

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Load Holding Brakes Solutions | High Capacity Systems

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TB Wood’s comprehensive Selector Program includes Classic, Narrow, Light-Duty and Premium V-Belt drives and Synchronous Plus, QT PowerChain® II Carbon and Timing Synchronous Belts.

Factors to Consider in Coupling Selection

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Proper Torque Arm Use

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Factors to Consider When Selecting a Clutch, Brake, or Clutch/Brake

2/1/17

Warner Linear New Product Launch – Introduction to H-Track

3/1/17

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High Capacity Gearboxes, Overrunning Clutches & High Performance Couplings: To Rebuild or Replace

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Warner Linear H-Track Electric Linear Actuator System More Power in Less Space The H-Track provides the performance of hydraulics without the expansive space requirements nor the prohibitive cost of full-sized hydraulic systems.

The H-Track is a robust electric actuator solution with a force up to 4800lbs (21350N) and travel speeds near 4 inches (100mm) per second. The H-Track family feature the smallest mounting envelope in their class with a patented valve and reservoir design that provides significant space savings compared to competitive models.

Features Include:

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• Flexible bore and rod combinations allow for multiple mounting configurations • Solid rods allow for increased resistance to buckling • Actuator mounting length is shorter than any other electromechanical actuator on the market • Immune to vibrational drifting and hydraulically self-locks • Optional meter out circuits on one or both sides of the actuator ensures load run-away situations will not occur • Fluid reservoir is vented and isolated from the atmosphere with a flexible lid allowing actuator and pump operation in any orientation without entraining or cavitation • Minimum mounting clearance of 4.8 inches

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Change seals on pumps fast Connecting a rotating piston lobe to a hollow shaft has been improved with the ETP-EXPAND, a patented bushing device that is fast and easy to install and adjust. The ETP-EXPAND was developed to simplify exchanging seals in pumps when fluid viscosity is changed.

This bushing connects to a hollow shaft, locking the impeller/lobe wheel of the pump motor into position using just one actuation screw. Considerable space-savings are gained by mounting within the hollow pump shaft.

The patented precision bushing is just for pump applications. Its design configuration accurately expands OD of the ETP EXPAND when a single actuation screw is tightened.

Since the expansion is caused by self-contained hydraulic pressure, the resulting force is perfectly even along all surfaces. Most important, the bushing aligns precisely without axial movement as it is tightened. The positioning is very accurate and takes just seconds.

Another key feature is that its robust design allows it to be actuated thousands of times with repeatable accuracy and without any axial movement. An Allen wrench is all that is required to mount and lock it into position.

ETP-EXPAND has sealed, clean lines that resist debris collection and clean easily without special maintenance. It is customizable. DW

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RETAINING DEVICES & maintenance & assembly tools

High-performance controllers for real-time hydraulic control

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The IQAN-MC4x family of master controllers are for hydraulic systems in vehicles and machinery using a 12/24 Vdc power supply.

Three different versions handle a range of system requirements. The IQAN-MC41 is for economical task-oriented control; the MC42 for mid-size applications and I/O distribution; and the MC43 provides large centralized control.

All the units share the same pinout and software for easy upgrading or scaling of applications. They permit up to 50 inputs (analog, timers, digital) and 36 outputs (PWM and digital). The MC4 family also supports CAM, Parker’s proprietary circuit regulator that ensures consistent and precise control of proportional mobile valves.

There are five CAN and Ethernet ports for in-vehicle networks and diagnostics. And in addition to common voltage, digital and frequency inputs, the MC4x family also includes 0-35 V and 4-20 mA inputs, giving OEMs greater freedom in selecting sensors for specific tasks.

The MC4x architecture includes a powerful, lockstep CPU and hardware redundancy for high real-time performance and cycle times as fast as 1 msec. SIL2-rated versions for functional safety implementation will be introduced later this year. The MC4x devices have up to 1.5 MB application memory and 2 MB log memory for complete machine control and future expansion, if needed.

The MC4x family is compatible with existing IQAN applications, and its IQANdesign software platform is used for programming, simulation, testing and maintenance. This helps ensure fast OEM development and better up-time in the field.

The hardware is built for rugged, high-vibration mobile environments and uses reliable Molex MX123 connectors. The enclosure is rated IP 66/69K and sealed for outdoor use. Finally, the IQAN-MC4x controllers measure only 6.1 Ă— 6.5 in. (155 Ă— 166 mm) for ready installation in tight spaces. DW

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Compact drives with large air gap One component that delivers quiet power for medical designs is the linear motor. Sometimes referred to as electric cylinders, these linear motors are compact drives with a 1.0 in. (25.4 mm) stroke are just 1.00 in. (25.4 mm) in diameter and 3.75 in. (95.3 mm) long. These direct drive linear motors feature resolutions of 5 µm (0.000197 in.) and 1.25 µm (0.000049 in.)

The integral, linear optical quadrature encoder is directly connected to the shaft for accuracy. Each motor features a continuous force rating of 20.1oz.

(5.82 N) and a peak force of 66.3 oz (18.4 N).

This motor is designed with a larger air gap of 0.059 in (1.5 mm), which allows the motor to be used for: vibration, noise cancelation, photonics, gimbals, antenna positioning, medical devices, semiconductor handling, SMT machines, assembly, wafer handling, optical focusing, dynamic vibration absorption, scanners and laser beam steering and filtering where excessive side play or tilt is required.

The non-commutating SDLM-025-095-01-05 (5 µm resolution) and the SDLM-025-095-01-01 (1.25 µm resolution) Direct Drive Linear Motors have quiet long life plain linear bearings, a non-rotating shaft, pre-drilled and tapped mounting holes, and threaded (internal) ends of the shaft for easy integration into new and existing applications. These low cost direct drive motors are coupled directly to the load providing high acceleration and speed with zero cogging and no backlash as with other drive systems such as ball screws, gear, and rack and pinion drives. DW Moticont | moticont.com

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Cast polyurethane parts for high-impact, high-wear applications When a Dutch ship builder required a new slipway liner that could handle a speedboat exiting and entering its offshore patrol vessel through a rear bay, the company selected a custom polyurethane from Argonics, a producer of wear-resistant urethane products.

The Dutch shipbuilder’s new urethane slipway liner was to replace a nylon plastic liner, which tended to damage speedboats because it was too hard, according to Lars Muller, owner of Muller-Beltex, a Netherland-based parts distributor, who was involved with the project.

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“The liner had to resist impact, abrasion, seawater, and UV exposure yet allow the speedboat to slide in and out of the bay without damaging the speedboat or the patrol vessel,” said Muller.

To maximize durability and cushion the impact of the speedboat entering and exiting the offshore patrol vessel’s rear bay, Argonics engineers collaborated with the Dutch shipbuilder and Muller-Beltex to engineer a urethane slipway liner comprised of two layers of material each with a different durometer, a measure of hardness.

“With urethane, you can combine strength, resilience, and lifetime durability.”

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owner of Muller-Beltex.

about the slipway liner.”

Cast polyurethanes, broadly referred to as urethanes, are tough, elastic materials that combine many of the performance characteristics of high-tech plastics, metals and ceramics along with the resiliency and flexibility of rubber parts.

Unlike its closest counterpart, rubber, which is prepared as sheets or loaves before being molded in a high pressure press, urethanes can be poured as a liquid mixture into less expensive, low pressure molds. Using this technique, complex mold cavities can be filled without high-pressure molds and presses.

This technique provides many advantages, not the least of which are lower tooling and production costs than both rubber and plastic molding, and lower material cost than metals and ceramics.

There are many formulations – some proprietary – that can be used to manipulate a range of variables such as hardness, resilience, spring rate, and chemical resistance.

For this reason, design engineers interested in a possible switch to polyurethane from plastics, steel, ceramic or rubber parts are often best served by seeking out the assistance and guidance of experts in urethane formulation.

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“The urethane’s harder top layer has more resistance against cutting and tearing, while the bottom layer is softer to better withstand the impact of the powerboats,” said Muller.

The specific urethane formulation helped create strongly bonded layers that would not separate.

“We recently beveled the slipway liner’s edges to ensure that no seawater or sand could get behind it. We also hardened the urethane at the bolt holes to better hold the screws and attachments where they fit the liner. To ease installation in the field, we added countersunk areas in the liner to match the exact positions of the part’s countersunk boreholes.”

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The right switch for the right job Finding appropriately priced components for Smoke detect ors have to operate in high -sulfur and high-CO2 enviro nments, requiring specia l consideration.

Switch placemen t also matters as a sw itch exposed to elements will require more robust metals su ch as stainless steel with a pin toggle, nickel or tin-plated fram es to survive.

a design is a balancing act. It’s easy to err on the side of “cheap,” especially when it comes to switches. When switches are thought of last in a design, opportunities for better function can be missed.

Answers to a few questions, though, will help guide switch selection:

• Does the application use batteries? Batteries have several areas that create complications for a device’s switch. For instance, a low-voltage, low-current battery is best suited for gold plating over silver, which can have an impact on a product’s costs. Typically, battery-operated devices also have limited space, influencing the type of switch that is used.

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• Is it a plug-in device? Plug-ins use direct voltage, which erodes plating quicker. They are typically best suited for front-panel power switches. Toggle and rockers switches are best suited for applications that require more than 110-volts to operate.

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Environment: What elements will this device be exposed to? Smoke detectors have to operate in high-sulfur and high-CO2 environments, which require special consideration. Special environments may require customized switches, which can add to a project’s costs. Switch placement also matters as a switch exposed to elements will require more robust metals, such as stainless steel with a pin toggle, nickel or tin-plated frames to survive. In severe conditions, it often makes sense to select lower-cost materials that are less apt to corrode.

Tactile switch es are underappreciated as an excellent selection for en gineers that need a relativel y inexpensive, high-performan ce switch within a tight sp ace constraint.

• What is the life expectancy for this device?

Does the user expect this to last for 40 years? It’s important to select switches, batteries and devices with synchronized lifecycles so there is a consistent level of quality. Typically, rugged applications must be sealed to protect them from dust, water, fuels and other corrosive liquids that might affect a device’s performance. Some switches – such as basic toggles – are more rugged than others but there are also applications that must be used by workers wearing gloves, which would be better suited for a tactile switch.

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DIP switches ha ve been around a long time and are also a highly versatile and in expensive optio n that are especial ly useful in lighting applicat ions. They offer low-profile, stan dard-profile, coded rotary, SI P and jumper options to engi neers.

In addition, here are some general lessons about switches and applications.

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Choose the correct plating (gold or silver) for the current and voltage the switch will be subjected to in the application. Choosing incorrect plating can cause switches to fail prematurely. Silver terminals can tarnish in corrosive and high humidity environments and require more than a logic level circuit to burn through the tarnish to provide reliable switching. Gold cannot handle power and will fail or weld shut if above logic level currents and voltages (0.4 Vac @ 20-28 Vdc max).

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The future of AGV controls guided by PC-based PLC system For much of AGV history, a dedicated, hard-coded system running some sort of path-planning algorithm provided the motion control of the robotic system. Hard-wired controls and general system complexity made programming and commissioning these vehicles a time and labor-intensive process.

“You can view an AGV just like any piece of equipment, as each consists of 3 different component categories: mechanics, electrical wiring, and electronic controls with software,” says Tommy Hessler, CEO at AIM.

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The 3DEXPERIENCE Lab will also house a new digital fabrication space designed and set up in collaboration with Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s Center for Bits and Atoms. In this Fab Lab, innovators can use state-of-the art computercontrolled tools and processes to create product prototypes or refine their product ideas.

This Fab Lab will also serve as a laboratory for future hardware-software interfaces. It will be integrating design and fabrication tools into end-to-end real-time systems.

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Machines today produce parts in networked, pre-programmed production runs: pieces are turned, milled and measured in a set order. But what happens when a machine fails or a customer changes its order? Production has to be re-configured, which is time-consuming and expensive.

What if there was a better way? Instead of a central control program issuing commands, the workflow would develop flexibly, each part deciding for itself the best route through production. Sound like a pipe dream? To the contrary--developers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Production Technology (IPT) in Aachen are working on such a system.

It is called “Service-Oriented Architecture for Adaptive and Networked Production” and functions similar to an automobile navigation system that uses current data to determine the best route in real time. Each part carries information regarding the next production stage; which machine will be called into operation is purposely left undecided. Only when a production stage is pending does the system select a machine from those that are readily available. Each part bears a QR-Code identifying it as a unique entity.

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The software remembers what was done to each part at each production stage, for example, “Hole is drilled with machine parameter A and tool X.” A digital twin emerges from this history, displaying at any time where its physical counterpart is in the production process.

Digital twins are especially valuable to manufacturers of a variety of goods because updating or changing a production run does not require a system overhaul.

The “Smart Manufacturing Network” manages the digital twin, always analyzing and reusing its process data to improve process robustness and product quality. “Networking machines with parts will enable companies to produce one-off products in the future – production runs of one,” says Michael Kulik, project leader at Fraunhofer working on the software development.

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“Many machines in a production line can perform a variety of tasks,” explains Kulik. “For example, a sophisticated 5-axis milling machine can also do the job of a simpler 3-axis milling machine. In the future, the Smart Manufacturing Network’s serviceoriented software can flexibly decide to do the job on an idle 5-axis machine.”

Also important for flexible production: Machines from various manufacturers must easily integrate into the Smart Manufacturing Network. IPT is working on this with partners

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The OpenWare management interface may be accessed via serial console, SNMP, Telnet, SSH or web interface.

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between drum motors and gear motors for food conveying Traditional conveyor setups in food-processing and packaging industries use external gear motors as the belt-drive mechanism. But drum motors are increasingly common as an alternative conveyor drive.

Here we review the strengths and weaknesses and potential improvements for both drive options.

By Davide Barbanti • Associate Professor Dr. Giampaolo Betta • Contract Professor in Food Science and Technology University of Parma

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Part of designing factory areas and applications — especially those in the food industry — is to pick belt drives for conveyors. Leading technologies make use of electric motors but differ in how much they maintain hygienic standards, ease installation, boost efficiency, and minimize noise and heat. As we’ll see, drum motors are a viable technology with distinct benefits in food applications.

Hygiene regulation and conveyors for discrete motion One industrial class of belt conveyors is for bulk material handling to transport materials such as grain, salt, coal, ore, and sand. The other for general material handling (as to move boxes in a warehouse) is what we cover here.

Belt conveyors are the most common conveyor type. Usually two or more pulleys (as drums or rollers) hold taut an endless belt loop carrying medium that travels about them. One powered pulley advances the belt and items riding on it; the powered pulley is the drive pulley while the unpowered pulley is the idler.

Belt conveyors abound in food processing to transport raw foods, food ingredients, final products, byproducts, food waste, containers, and packed food products. Here, private organizations including the European Hygienic Engineering and Design Group (EHEDG) have developed guidelines and certification procedures on hygienic design. In the European Union, regulations covering hygiene requirements for food equipment include regulation (EC) 852/2004, Directive 2006/42/EC, and others that dictate materials allowed to contact food. The European Committee for Standardization (CEN) and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) also have harmonized standards EN 1672-2 and ISO 14159 that detail hygiene requirements to be met to comply with the European regulation.

Compliance with these criteria (along with features to ensure worker safety) are prerequisites for all equipment that runs in the food industry. But other

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Gear motors and drum motors differ on six measures including hygiene. Note the comparison of both drive technologies for each food-plant conveyor application. Orange squares correspond to conditions where gear motors excel. Green squares correspond to conditions where the drum motor shows better applicability or benefits. One (+) indicates slight advantage and (+++) indicates significant advantage.

factors come into play when choosing the right equipment, including maintenance and installation considerations; noise; space for installation; energy efficiency; and the potential for an overheating driving system.

The conveyor’s effect on food safety and quality depend on the material handled by the conveyor and: • The area of the food factory where the conveyor runs • Any zoning and segregation in the food factory So the belt-conveyor design and installation must comply with all regulations for equipment for use in the food facility.

Two drive technologies for belt conveyors Gear motors include the motor and gear box.

Torque transmits to the drive roller (or drum or pulley) through a shaft in a way that depends on the installation.

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shaft bearings. Here, a torque arm fixes the motor to the conveyor framework to avoid rotation.

In the second of four possible setups, the gear motor is on one side of the belt conveyor and a dedicated framework (shoulder) supports it where it’s fixed. A torque joint can facilitate dismantling and maintenance, and an enclosure is usually needed to ensure worker safety.

In the third of four common setups, the gear motor is under the belt and connects to the roller shaft by a drive chain or belt.

In the last of four setups, the gear motor is not visible because it’s protected by an enclosure. In some cases, the enclosure also supports the framework and the shaft installs as a cantilever. When the drive motor is on one side of the belt conveyor, it can be vertical with the gearbox under the motor; vertical with the motor under the gearbox; or horizontal.

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Details on the equipment used for conveyor-drive comparisons

1 Left is a gear motor and right is a drum motor. Both are used in food-related conveying applications.

In contrast with these gear-motor setups, drum motors usually install at one end of the belt conveyor. That said, when a setup needs small rollers at both ends of the belt conveyor, a drum motor can go under the belt. Drum motors usually install horizontally, but inclined installations are possible. One caveat: More lubricant may be needed inside the drum and closed greased bearings are recommended to ensure lubrication in this position.

Now let’s look at three examples to see where each drive excels. Gear motors and drum motors both have advantages and disadvantages depending on the application. Considering belt conveyors in the food industry, we review three different scenarios to see how the drives compare.

1. The first setup is where the belt conveyor runs in a non-food area of a food-packaging facility.

2. The second setup is where a belt conveyor runs in a food area of a facility and will be cleaned with dry or manual means.

3. The third setup is where a belt conveyor runs in a food area of a food-processing facility and will get regular washdowns.

The most important requirement for food equipment is hygiene, but complete evaluation considers several other criteria.

Installation and maintenance Ease of equipment installation influences system setup and operator safety and

ergonomics. Generic evaluation of both drum-motor and gear-motor technologies (including weight and dimensions) shows key differences.

Heavier and more unwieldy conveyor drives make installation more difficult. Full analysis also considers the drive’s number of components to guarantee proper functioning, as that impacts the time needed to fit the motor to the conveyor frame.

Maintenance is paramount in the food industry to maintain good functioning and efficiency of the plants — and to ensure safety and quality of the food product.

Analysis of operations to maintain both drive technologies (especially where replacement is part of realistic analysis) shows that operations to replace components or the whole piece of equipment influence overall drive suitability.

Drive hygiene in our three example settings With current regulations, hygiene requirements are prerequisites given in a general way ... but real hygiene requirements vary with the application.

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First conveyor scenario: Non-food area The first design for testing represents several applications in the food industry where food product is not exposed to the surrounding environment. This is where food is protected by a sealed packaging or when the product is fully processed inside closed equipment. That said, adequate zoning principles should be put in place to reduce the risk of crosscontamination from non-food to food areas of any facility. Our test-setup equipment compared an RGM Ruhrgetriebe SN 5 FR gear motor and an Interroll Drum Motor 80i.

Second conveyor scenario: Food area The second design for testing represents applications where food product is exposed to the surrounding environment and the equipment is intended to be dry cleaned or manually cleaned.

In this case study, equipment must not be washed and pressure cleaning is not allowed.

Eventual partial dismantling is normally used to improve accessibility and cleanability of specific components. Our test-setup equipment compared a Nord Drivesystems 93172.1 A – 80 LH/4HMTF gear motor and an Interroll Drum Motor 113i with hygienic seals.

Third conveyor scenario: Washdown food area The third design for testing represents applications in which a microbiologically sensitive food is exposed to the surrounding environment and the equipment is intended to be washed with chemical water solution and pressure, foam, or gel cleaning. Here, equipment should be as cleanable as possible in place and must resist washing conditions. Dismantling for cleaning is reduced to a minimum. Our test-setup equipment compared a Bauer AsepticDrive DA08LB4-TF gear motor and an Interroll Drum Motor 80D drum motor.

These pieces of equipment are state-of-the-art equipment and have comparable applicability to the scenario at hand — as well as comparable output torque, power, and belt speed.

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This is an example of an application where food directly contacts the conveyor — so necessitates regular washdown.

line equipment is in the same factory area where products are processed and packed, so exposed to the surrounding environment ... and zoning strategies aren’t implemented well enough to adequately protect food. That’s why end-ofline equipment can be a source of crosscontamination of the product.

Reducing cross-contamination risk

needs end-of line equipment to at least: • Avoid accumulation of soil as it’s a source of cross contamination and pest attraction.

• Be sufficiently accessible to allow proper manual cleaning.

• Minimize interaction with the food area.

What’s more, equipment design should prevent soiling food containers with lubricants. This isn’t usually a safety issue because food containers are already sealed — but it’s undesirable for consumers to touch a food container greased with lubricant and possibly contaminate other products during grocery shopping or meal preparation at home. So for conveyors going into non-food areas of a food-packaging facility, relevant factors include soil accumulation; accessibility for inspection and manual cleaning; other possible means of cross-contamination; and lubricant leakage and container contamination.

With regards to the second scenario (the area of a food factory to be cleaned with dry or manual means) the EU machinery directive (2006/42/CE) demands that equipment here be of suitable materials; be easy cleanable and drainable; avoid accumulation of soil; and avoid contamination with lubricants.

Moreover, equipment in food areas can be

a source of physical hazard if it introduces foreign bodies into product ... so equipment in food areas must avoid such risk.

This requirement (not explicitly listed

by European law) is in the U.S. Code of Federal Regulation (21 CFR Part 110). So comparisons of gear motors versus drum motors must account for likelihood of soil accumulation; accessibility for inspection and manual cleaning; its threat as a possible source of foreign bodies; and suitability for food contact. Measurements of surface roughness (a Mitutoyo Surftest SJ-201 surface roughness tester is used) and of radii of internal angle are also done to check compliance with the “c” requirement.

For the third scenario (conveyors in food areas of a food factory intended to be washed) in addition to the criteria listed above, there are requirements for easy cleanability (with design features such as dismountable joints with elastomeric gaskets, for example) as advised by international rules including EHEDG Guidelines, European Harmonised Standards, 3-A Sanitary Standards, and NSF standards. So drum-to-gear motor comparisons for these situations account for cleanability per EHEDG guidelines — including measures of drainability; lubricant leakage and product contamination; possible source of foreign bodies; and suitability for food contact. Measurements of surface roughness (a Mitutoyo Surftest SJ-201

Three most common installations for gear motors powering conveyors

Common installation with gear motor under the conveyor

Common installation of gear motor

Cantilever installation with gear motor inside protective enclosure

Here are three common arrangements for gear motors on a conveyor.

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surface roughness tester is used) and of radii of internal angle are also done to check compliance with the “a” requirement.

Note: One manufacturer addresses oil leaks as a potential disadvantage of the drum motor with a USDAapproved drum motor incorporating a leak-escape feature in its shaft.

Space for installation and energy consumption As we’ll outline, complete drum-motor-to-gear-motor comparisons account for space needed for installation and overall energy consumption. Our investigations explored consumption on conveyors approximating average setups for our three food-plant scenarios. Results we present in charts in this feature are based on setups in which a belt conveyor accepted driving from a gear motor or drum motor. Then a torque motor connected to the idler pulley and used a brake to reliably simulate a load on the belts. We measured active power and RMS current at various brake-torque values.

Conveyors that see direct food contact need regular washdown. Drum motors offer better hygiene than common gear motors in such cases.

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Assessing drive risk of overheating and noisiness Overheating can be a failure mode for both gear motors and drum motors. To avoid that risk, gear motors often include a fan for cooling ... but the fan is normally a hygiene issue, so many gear motors for the food industry have no fan. On the other hand, drum motors are closed systems and generated heat only dissipates by the drum surface.

Preventing motor failures here requires that the winding temperature stay below a safety limit, so motors usually run with a safety system that cuts current if there’s a threat of overheating. Our drum-motor-versusgear-motor investigations estimate winding temperature through calculation, knowing the relation between the stator resistance and its temperature. Average winding temperature comes from comparing winding resistance at the temperature to be determined with resistance at a known temperature: T = RT /R1 (234.5 + T1) – 234.5

Where T is winding temperature, RT is the winding resistance at the temperature T, T1 is ambient temperature, and R1 is winding resistance at temperature T1. Challenge tests simulate all three conveyor scenarios under continuous functioning at two different belt speeds and high output torque.

Then we compared sound-power measurements per Standard ISO 9614-2 (Determination of sound-power levels of noise sources using sound intensity — Part 2: Measurement by scanning) to investigate noise emitted by drum motors and gear motors in our three scenarios. This sound-intensity measurement doesn’t measure sound-pressure level but intensity level instead. That can be used to calculate sound power level W:

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overall sound power, the results consider the whole system. So for drum-motor setups, this accounts for the sound of the drum motor and belt — which constitute the whole drive. In contrast, this measurement in the gear-motor setups includes the effect of the joint torque, bearings, and roller.

The difference between the measurements means they don’t give an absolute measurement of noise emitted by the motor itself ... so the results have only comparative meaning.

Drum motors outperform on hygiene and more Specific equipment choices can influence comparative performance, but here are some take-home points based on results from our investigations.

Drum-motor drives offer benefits to keep designs hygienic which (in the case of the food-processing industry) is the most relevant of the six criteria we outline here. Their compact design helps them outperform gear motors in a few ways. Risk of soil accumulation and cross-contamination is significantly lower for drum motors than for common gear motors. Plus in washdown areas, installed drum motors have better cleanability.

Interroll designed a version of its drum motor (model 113i) specifically for the U.S. market, adhering to the meat, poultry and dairy processing guidelines set forth by the USDA.

That’s because all the subcomponents are embedded inside the roller and there’s no protective enclosure. This trims considerable cleaning time and cost for operators. The only weakness of drum motors from the hygienic point of view is the potential risk of contamination by lubricant. Even though synthetic foodgrade oil is used, this can be a critical point and further effort in validation should be done to ensure adequate reliability of the dynamic radial shaft seals.

Note: The equipment we used to get our results are suitable for the three conveyor scenarios we explored. But unfortunately, gear motors with specifications like the one we used for the non-food scenario often

get put in food and even washdown areas.

Such choices are usually made to cut costs, but they’re bad choices that can cause hygiene problems.

As results show, drum motors offer other advantages for installation, making them the only possible choice in some layouts. Fewer components means drummotor installation is simpler and faster than that for gear motors. Lighter drives in food and washdown settings also helps installers and operators with better ergonomics and lower risk of injury.

Onsite maintenance operations become more impractical as the piece of equipment becomes more specialized ... and food and washdown areas generally

Two most common installations for drum motors powering conveyors

These are two common arrangements for gear motors driving a conveyor.

Common installation of drum motor

Installation of drum motor under conveyor belt

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Oil leaks are potential disadvantage of drum motors. To address this concern, Interroll’s USDA-approved drum motor contains a leak-escape feature in the shaft.

need very specialized pieces of equipment. So in these cases, there’s no significant difference between using gear motors and drum motors.

Regarding other evaluating criteria (energy consumption, noise and overheating) our study used experimental trials on specific commercial drum motors and gear motors. Results are strongly influenced by specific equipment choices. Here there are only slight or insignificant differences between drum motors and gear motors for conveyors involving food and requiring washdown.

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A clutch can operate in several configurations, including shaftto-shaft coupling and pulley designs. In a shaft-to-shaft coupling configuration, the clutch will bring the clutch output shaft speed up to the input clutch speed. The input and output shafts are both located upon a common center of rotation. In a pulley configuration, the clutch will bring the output (such as a pulley or sprocket) speed up to that of the clutch input speed. In this case, the two centers of rotation of the input and output are not along a common center line of rotation.

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When applied dynamically, a clutch engages with a relative difference between the clutch input and output speed. Because dynamic clutches, such as the EMA unit (left) and smaller AHA unit (right), have a speed differential that is greater than zero, the engineer must determine the clutch’s required dynamic torque to select the proper size unit.

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MAXITORQ AHA25 pneumatic (hydraulic) clutches and brakes are rated from 15 lb-ft. dynamic to 60 lb-ft. of static torque, and torque can be regulated by adjusting systems pressures. These units are designed with a stationary cylinder assembly that is mounted on deep-groove ball bearings to accommodate thrust loads.

Dynamic vs. static torque Torque is a measurement of the torsional force and the distance required/available, from the origin, to achieve that force when a component either rotates or is prevented from rotating. Torque measurements are typically offered in pounds per foot, pounds per inch or Newtons per meter. There are two types of torque relevant to clutch and brake operation; static torque and dynamic torque.

In dynamic braking, the brake is used to control the motion of the moving element

by absorbing the change in kinetic energy.

In dynamic clutching, the clutch is used to bring a stationary output element up to the speed of the rotating input element by absorbing the change in kinetic energy of the nonrotating elements.

Static clutch and brake usage is simply dependent upon the torsional load. To achieve static torque operations in a clutch, it must be engaged prior to rotating the input such that it acts as a solid coupling between the input and output elements. To achieve static braking, the brake simply holds the The materials in the MAXITORQ EMA500 electromagnetic clutch allow it to operate in both wet and dry applications, while minimizing weight.

output element stationary. In static usage, both the clutch and brake are not absorbing any kinetic energy.

Static torque is the so-called holding torque that exists when there is no relative speed difference between the input and output shaft in a clutch, and when the shaft is stationary (not rotating) in a brake. The static torque’s breakaway level must be reached before relative motion will occur between clutch shafts, or before the brake shaft can begin to rotate. Once the relative motion occurs in the brake shaft, or between the input and output in the clutch shafts, the unit’s torque capability reduces to a lower value. This value is dependent on the relative speed difference and is referred to as dynamic torque.

Dynamic torque is typically less than static torque. It will vary with the relative speed difference between the clutch input and output, and the speed difference between the operating speed and the final stop speed (0 rpm) in a brake. This phenomenon is a result of the change in the coefficient of friction within the friction surfaces of the brake or clutch and will vary with the type of friction material used. Since the coefficient of friction will change during the clutch starting and brake stopping, an average coefficient of friction is typically used. The dynamic coefficient of friction is half the static coefficient of friction. The dynamic torque is therefore half the static torque rating. This is usually associated with an operating speed of 1800 rpm.

Transmitting torque Torque in a clutch or brake can be transferred by two different methods, each with advantages depending on the

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application. Torque can be transmitted through a jaw tooth friction element or a friction pad (disc).

In general, jaw torque transmission is limited to engagement speed differentials of 100 rpm or less between the input and the output. The number of jaw teeth in the unit also limits the number of available rotary engagement positions. Due to their design, a jaw clutch or jaw brake can transmit more torque in a smaller space compared to friction disc clutch or brake, and tooth forms can be modified to generate specific results.

Usually, friction pads or discs have no speed limitations for engagement speeds and can engage in an infinite radial position. The number of discs can also be changed to obtain higher or lower torques with the same actuation.

Torque transmission methods can be combined to offer unique features and multiple functions beyond that of the individual clutch or brake components combined.

For example, combining a bi-directional clutch and a spring-set friction disc clutch would result in a design that offers torque limiting, braking, back driving and stopping.

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Selection concerns The selection of a clutch or brake for a dynamic application requires the review of three characteristics: 1 What is the capability of the main driver in the system? This involves a review of the prime mover or driver (such as the motor input).

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2 What is the time required to bring the clutch output speed up to the clutch input speed—or for a brake, what is the time required to bring the shaft speed and torsional load to 0 rpm?

The designer must determine whether the application has time limitations, and must compare the time requirements to clutch and brake capabilities.

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3 What is the number of cycles the clutch or brake will be subjected to? It is necessary to evaluate heat dissipation capabilities of the clutch or brake to ensure they are sufficient for the specified use. If the cycle rates are greater than five, equally spaced over an hour time frame, then this factor should be considered.

Evaluating the system mover/driver The first characteristic of a dynamic clutching or braking application to evaluate is the prime mover or driver of the system (the motor input).

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Engaged statically, spring-set brakes can be wellsuited to holding applications, as they offer reliable positioning and prevent movement by disengaging when at stop. Most units are remotely controlled but available with a manual release, as shown here on this CJM FEA model, which features a puller cable type mechanism.

will adjust for the typical torsional load produced in the operational cycle of the motor. For example, the power stroke in a diesel motor will produce large torque spikes throughout the compression and exhaust cycles as each piston moves. These torsional loads will be directly driven through the clutch or brake. On the other hand, the torsional loading from a dc motor will be almost constant. The general SF numbers used for each motor type are as follows:

Note: The clutch or brake supplier can provide data for the inertia of

the rotational components of the brake or clutch. These values must be included in the calculated inertia load of your system.

If the total inertia load is determined to be 50 lb-ft^2, the operating speed is 72 rpm and the dynamic torque rating of the clutch or brake is 730 lb-ft, then the time required to accelerate or stop the inertia load is calculated as follows:

Dc motor = 1 Gas motor = 1.5-2 Diesel motor = 2-3 This SF number can be reduced if a flexible, torsional or torsional absorption coupling is used after the motor and prior to the clutch input. The coupling will greatly reduce the torque spikes from the motor.

Example:

A 10-hp dc motor runs at 1800 rpm and drives a conveyor through a 25 to 1 gearbox. The operator would like to disengage the conveyor from the motor to clear a jam without stopping the motor or the gearbox output, simply by turning a clutch on and off. To determine the clutch torque rating needed, one must calculate: T = (5250 * 10)/72 =729.17 lb-ft. (SF = 1) Note: The clutch is located after the gearbox and the shaft speed

after the gearbox is 1800/25 or 72 rpm.

The time to stop the load (in the case of a brake) or to bring the load up to full speed (in the case of a clutch) is a function of the inertial load that the clutch or brake must start or stop. The time can be calculated as follows: t (sec) = (WK^2)(N)/(308 * Torque) t = Time (sec) (WK^2) = Inertia (lb-ft^2) of the clutch or brake and system (load) T = Dynamic torque rating of the clutch or brake (lb-ft) N= (rpm) Operating speed, the speed the clutch must accelerate the load up to, or the speed the brake must stop the load from

T = (50) * (72)/(308 * 730)= 0.016 sec Note: The calculated time to stop the load, or bring the load up to

full speed from 0 rpm, does not include the time required for the clutch or brake to react to the actuation method. For example, in an electromagnetic clutch or brake the coil must charge and produce an electromagnetic field to activate the armature and create torque through the friction disc(s). This loss of time can range from 10 to 500 milliseconds, depending upon the size of the clutch or brake. The total time—from the time the clutch or brake is switched on, to the time for the clutch to accelerate the load or for the brake to stop the load—must include the inherent engagement time of the actuation method.

The dynamic torque rating of the clutch or brake can be increased by selecting a larger size unit, which reduces the total engagement time, if desired. It should be noted that the dynamic torque will also increase, as will the shear forces placed on the mounting components between the rotating and nonrotating members. The torsional force applied to the nonrotating members, such as keys and set screws, should be considered.

The cycle rate is defined as the number of times the clutch or brake will be turned on per minute. This is the amount of energy the clutch must absorb from a stop or start, and the amount of energy the clutch or brake can dissipate before the next start or stop cycle. Energy is dissipated in the form of heat, and each clutch or brake has a defined heat load capability that can be obtained from the manufacturer.

Data provided typically represents an average cycle rate, and if multiple cycles are performed periodically, then the cycle rates must

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be adjusted to account for a peak at some point in the total cycle. For example, the heat generated from 10 cycles per hour (equally spaced during the hour) will differ greatly from that of 10 cycles per hour if the 10 cycles are performed in the first 5 minutes of operation and no additional cycles occur until the end of the hour.

It should also be noted that heat dissipation will vary significantly depending upon the ambient temperatures and the environmental conditions the clutch and brake are subject to.

The formula to determine the heat loading is: E = BTU/min = 1.7 (Wk^2) (rpm/100)^2(Engagements per minute)/780

Wk^2: Inertia (lb-ft^2) of the system including the clutch non-rotating component rpm: Operating speed, the speed the clutch must accelerate the load up to, or the speed the brake must stop the load from.

Example:

A clutch input is running at 1800 rpm and the inertia load to be accelerated from zero to 1800 rpm is 2.5 lb-ft2. The application will require the clutch to engage and disengage 10 times per minute. The calculation for the heat load that must be dissipated is: E = (1.7 * 2.5 * (1800/100)^2 * 10)/780 = 17.65 BTU/min.

The clutch selected must be capable of dissipating at a minimum of 17.65 BTU/min.

Clutch and brake actuation Clutches and brakes can be actuated with several different methods: mechanical, electromagnetic, and hydraulic/pneumatic.

Mechanical actuation is typically performed with a handle that uses a mechanical advantage through a lever system for easy engagement and disengagement. The mechanical advantage squeezes friction discs (one or multiple) together to transmit torque. When the handle is moved to another position, the clutch or brake condition (engaged or disengaged) changes. Mechanical systems can be offered with an internal locking mechanism so that, once the clutch is engaged or disengaged, it will remain in that condition without the need for a constant external force.

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Mechanical clutches and brakes are robust, with no bearings to fail. The units are not affected by power failures from changes in power supplies, changes in pneumatic or hydraulic pressures, or from power outages. Mechanical clutches and brakes are also somewhat speed tolerant. Units are easily available with single position configurations, or with automatic overload release in case of a jam or over-torque condition.

However, mechanical clutches and brakes will not automatically disengage with loss of power. These units require periodic manual adjustment to account for wear on the friction discs over useage.

Electromagnetic actuation is performed by a magnetic coil and an associated magnetic flux path incorporated within the clutch or brake. The magnetic field created is typically used to move an armature and squeeze friction surfaces of the discs (one or several) together or to move the armature from contact with the friction discs when in a spring-applied design.

Electromagnetic clutches and brakes can be supplied with either an energy-applied system or with a spring-applied/energydeactivated system, which provides flexibility to the design. This will also cause the clutch or brake to turn on or off when power is lost. Electromagnetic clutches and brakes have a long service life if used correctly. These units are somewhat speed tolerant, and can be modified to increase speed tolerance. These clutches and brakes are available with self-adjustment features to compensate for wear on the friction discs.

An electromagnetic clutch requires bearings to support the stationary coil field. These bearings will be subject to loading due to the use of a radial flux path and, although loads are usually extremely light, this can be a concern for the engineer. Additionally, the time required to engage an electromagnetic clutch or brake can be greater than the engagement time of other actuation types due to the time required to build up the coil’s magnetic field.

The hydraulic/pneumatic actuation of a clutch or brake is accomplished by pushing a piston to squeeze one or several friction discs together to transmit torque. This transfers torque from the input shaft to the output shaft.

Hydraulic/pneumatic clutches and brakes offer fast response times based upon the actuation pressure and the clutch piston mass.

Their design produces consistent engagement times based upon the control pressure variations.

In a hydraulic or pneumatic application, the full force produced by the piston must be transmitted through a bearing—this allows the clutch body to rotate while the housing remains stationary.

These bearings must be properly selected to ensure a reasonable service life. Additionally, due to the use of bearings and the high loads experienced by the clutch, operating speeds are limited. The hydraulic/pneumatic brake does not require a bearing. DW

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The industrial automation industry is rapidly making use of today’s heterogeneous multicore system-onchip (SoC) architectures. These multicore environments help reduce operational and maintenance costs by combining functions once handled by separate processors and putting them on a single, multi-functional SoC (system on a chip).

However, a problem can arise when combining functions on an SoC this way: Each function can have requirements – in the form of safety certifications, real-time response, rich UI/ HMI, and network connectivity functions to name a few – that compete for scarce resources. But there are various ways discrete functions can be isolated on a single piece of silicon using technologies such as hypervisors, ARM TrustZone, or a multicore framework. To understand these approaches, it can be helpful to study an example. So consider the case of a mixed safety-critical application comprised of an automated robotic arm used in an IIoT (industrial internet of things) factory setting.

Traditional embedded control systems were designed with a single processor and one function in mind. Today, it is more often the case that embedded systems incorporate multiple discrete processors. The industrial robotic arm serves as an example. In addition to the mechanical arm itself, it includes an electronic control unit and HMI (human machine interface) display. The HMI enables manual operation or movement by programing a sequence of moves (script) that can take place without human intervention.

The robotic arm controller handles the HMI and process control and also implements safety inputs/interlocks.

These interlocks can be used to shut down the arm in an emergency and are programmed to take inputs from various types of sensors, for example, proximity switches, pressure sensors, and safety beam. The IIoT connection means the robot connects with an external network. So an additional processor might be incorporated to perform network communications and handle the firewall and various other associated activities.

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Figure 1: The block diagram of embedded virtualization technology using a hypervisor.

It’s important to note that each robot arm function has different processing needs.

Consequently, it requires a different type of processor. Let’s identify and/or explain those needs: HMI/Operator Console: The processor •should be a high-end application processor

with rich graphics support such as an ARM Cortex-A with GPUs. Process Controller: This is a relatively •high-end processor with use-case specific

features. For example, it could be a DSP if the primary function involves processing large amount of data as in image processing. This can be an ARM Cortex-A, Cortex-R, or a DSP core.

Safety Controller: Requires a relatively •low-end processor as its sole purpose is

to execute safety interlocks. This could be an ARM Cortex-R or Cortex-M. Software running on this processor typically needs to go through safety certifications such as IEC 61508.

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Network Controller: The processor may have some additional network communication capabilities, for example, radio or communication interfaces to talk with other IoT nodes. This can be an ARM Cortex-A or Cortex-M device.

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Figure 2: The block diagram of the multicore framework created by Mentor Graphics.

This is a fairly simplistic view of an industrial robot. The design will require multiprocessor PCBs or multiple PCBs, defining a communication architecture between the processors, and integration testing at both the hardware and software levels.

Multicore in embedded In past few years, multicore SoCs have proliferated. However, multicore in the embedded space is not entirely about computational performance. There are some obvious cases where embedded systems can

use more computational power e.g., network throughput or rich graphics. But in most situations, embedded systems are designed to excel at other factors such as reliability, responsiveness, real-time behavior, safety, security, power consumption, low cost, and low maintenance.

So one might say the chief driving factor for multicore in embedded is a convergence of functions. Here convergence means combining different forms/components of technology into a single entity. In the robot example, there would be significant cost

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Another benefit of convergence is that of a simple software architecture where various functions can talk to each other using inter-processor communication (IPC) mechanisms. This is far less complicated than implementing complex communication protocols between discrete processors. A single multicore processor also needs less power than multiple discreet processors and less supporting circuitry. Moreover, individual cores can be turned off when not needed.

The key challenge in multicore convergence is to maintain the individuality of each discrete function. For example, when looking at the robotic arm scenario, the processor serving as the safety controller does not require much computational power. The most important requirement is to reliably read data from safety sensors and drive related actuators when needed. The code executing safety functions is typically subject to compliance requirements (IEC 61508 for industrial or ISO 26262 for automotive). On the other hand, the HMI/operator console requires a more computationally capable environment supporting a rich graphics framework or multimedia capabilities with no safety requirements.

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If we want to use one multicore processor to implement both the safety controller and HMI/operator console functions, we need a strong compartmentalization, or a partitioning mechanism that can create different execution contexts; one high priority context for the safety controller and another context for HMI (which is less critical). It’s important to make sure that non-critical code running the HMI never interferes or blocks any of the functions of the safety controller.

Various technology options can enable this compartmentalization.

Embedded Hypervisor: A hypervisor is a software component that

creates an abstraction on top of hardware and allows multiple guests operating systems to run simultaneously side-by-side. Virtualization technology or the use of hypervisors has been a convergence enabler for the desktop and server domains for quite some time.

Virtualization extensions are available on multicore SoCs so this is certainly an option to consider.

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Figure 3: The block diagram of embedded virtualization technology using a hypervisor and ARM’s TrustZone technology demonstrating compartmentalization.

Multicore Framework: Processing cores

“The robotic arm controller handles the HMI and process control and also implements safety inputs/interlocks.”

running in an asymmetric multi-processing (AMP) configuration can be assigned individual functions. Multicore frameworks assist with life cycle management and help facilitate communication between various participating cores, which can be useful.

ARM TrustZone: TrustZone is a hardwarebased feature where software running in a normal world is blocked from accessing secure world resources directly. ARM processors with TrustZone can run a secure operating system (secure world) and a normal operating system (normal

world) simultaneously from a single core or from multiple cores, thus enabling a form of compartmentalization.

These components can make a design look a bit complex and overwhelming. But the good news is there are embedded software vendors who can help. Multicore SoCs from semiconductor vendors and embedded software platforms from companies such as Mentor Graphics provide convergence-enabling software technology components that are pre-tested, hardened, certified, and available with long term support and maintenance options.

Typically, these platforms are also packaged with required tooling to get all of this working.

To illustrate embedded multicore enablement and convergence using an embedded software platform, let’s continue with an example of the automated robotic arm.

While the robotic arm moves, humans should be kept away to prevent hazardous

Figure 4: This robot application leverages ARM TrustZone hardware extensions to realize a mixed-critical environment on a single SoC where real-time safety functions are isolated from the HMI context. In this environment, safety functions are certifiable to the IEC61508 SIL3 level.

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situations. Consequently, industrial robots often use safety beam interlocks where a laser beam cordons off the entrance to the robot work area. Anyone entering the area obstructs the safety beam, stopping the robotic arm and latching it into a safe position. Additionally, the system generates an alarm on the HMI/operator console so the operator can take a corrective action.

In this scenario, the three main components are the mechanical robotic arm operation (process), the HMI/ operator console, and the safety beam. The traditional approach to architecting this system would use one discrete processor to drive the HMI/operator console, one processor to control the robotic arm, and one processor to implement the safety domain. However, let’s follow a multicore approach.

To begin, we select the NXP i.MX6 homogeneous quad-core processor to implement this system. In this design each of the TrustZone separated partitions run an independent instance of the Nucleus real-time operating system (RTOS).

Nucleus uses ARM TrustZone technology and the OpenAMP-based multicore framework to do life cycle management and enable communication between secure and normal world.

The secure world Nucleus application is responsible for both running the safety beam and rendering safe graphics on HMI/ operator console. This is called the safety domain and is represented by the red dotted line and shaded box in the nearby figure. So whenever the secure world Nucleus detects a safety beam obstruction it sends a command to the robot to stop moving and enters an alarm state. Realtime status of safety beam and alarm state is animated on the HMI/operator console.

The normal world Nucleus application is used for the user interface to drive the robot and control its movement. This application also provides information on robot movement.

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Multicore and Embedded defined Multicore: A microprocessor with two or more homogeneous or heterogeneous cores.

Homogeneous Multicore: A multicore processor where all the cores are of same architecture e.g., ARM processor with two Cortex-A cores.

Heterogeneous Multicore: A multicore processor where cores differ in underlying architecture e.g., ARM processor with mix of Cortex-A and Cortex-M cores.

Multicore Framework: A software framework/package that helps to use and manage multiple available homogeneous or heterogeneous cores on a multicore processor. OpenAMP is one specification to implement such a framework that is promoted by the Multicore Association (MCA).

Hypervisor: A lightweight high-priority execution context that helps to create and execute one or more virtual machines.

ARM TrustZone: ARM TrustZone is set of hardware security extensions added to ARMv6 processors and greater e.g., ARM Cortex-A9 and Cortex-A15 cores.

FPGA: Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) are semiconductor devices based around a matrix of configurable logic blocks connected via programmable interconnects. FPGAs can be reprogrammed to desired application or functionality requirements after manufacturing.

Mixed Safety-critical: Embedded software architecture that combines software components requiring safety certification (safety controller) and software components that do not need safety certification (operator UI/multimedia).

Lifecycle Management: Managing the entire lifecycle of software running on a core including firmware upload, start (boot), stop (shutdown), and clean up.

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applications write to a single display unit (HMI/ operator console). This implementation uses layered graphics architecture with safe graphics overlaying on top of non-safe graphics. As the ARM TrustZone secure world has higher priority than the normal world, the safety functions are always available even if the non-safe or normal world is down or corrupted.

So in effect, we have a single i.MX6 SoC fulfilling rich graphics, real-time control, and safety functions simultaneously without compromising any of these discrete functions (such as acting as safety controller and HMI/ operator console).

There are numerous multicore homogeneous and heterogeneous SoCs available today that can converge and combine embedded software functions. The converged software architecture brings significant benefits and cost savings.

Technology components such as hypervisors, multicore frameworks, and ARM TrustZone help maintain individuality of discrete functions being combined and provide the required isolation. To reduce time-to-market and simplify maintenance, it is also worthwhile to look at pre-baked multicore embedded software platforms from trusted software venders to complement today’s more sophisticated SoCs. DW References Mentor Graphics, Embedded Systems Div. mentor.com/embedded-software/

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Due in large part to the popularity of the Internet of Things (IoT) and its partner, the industrial IoT (IIoT), the number of industrial Ethernet applications has never been greater. When connecting information across the plant floor, industrial protocols such as Modbus TCP/IP, EtherNet/IP, Profinet, EtherCAT, Powerlink and others use Ethernet as the underlying network.

The IIoT starts with edge-connected sensors and instruments, which are often inputs to controllers and HMIs connected to the internet via Ethernet. Controllers and HMIs are often connected to each other using Ethernet, which is also the network of choice for connections from these components to higher level computing platforms such as ERP systems.

Ethernet’s network framework and protocols are characterized by the Open System Interconnection (OSI) model, often depicted as a 7-layer Ethernet framework. The two lowest layers are related to hardware. Layer 1 is called the physical layer and includes electrical and physical specifications along with the cables and connectors. Layer 2 is called the data link layer. This layer includes MAC addresses and provides the connections among hosts such as PLCs and HMIs on the factory floor. Layer 2 connections are typically made through unmanaged or managed switches.

The upper layers 3 through 7 are mostly software related including layer 3, the network layer that connects different networks through advanced managed switches and routers.

We will discuss the physical and data link layers 1 and 2 of Ethernet, and show how to use them to physically connect components in an industrial Ethernet installation.

Ethernet connectors and jacks Ethernet physical connections start with the connectors and jacks.

The typical Ethernet connector, used most frequently in the office or home, is the RJ45 connector and jack. This 8-pin connector connects the 8-conductors in a CAT cable (8P8C) to a jack. When terminating a CAT cable to these connectors, users should follow the current TIA/EIA-568-B standard.

RJ45 connectors can be used in industrial environments with careful cable routing, strain relief and connector shielding.

If water, humidity, shock or vibration are a concern—an M12 connector is often an option for applications such as an electrical cabinet bulkhead connection or directly mounted on a machine.

Depending on the Ethernet speed, a 4-pin or 8-pin M12 connector should be used. For speeds up

Ethernet patch cables used in industrial applications should include an overall metal foil shield to reduce EMI, intermittent control system problems and possible data loss in transmission.

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One twisted-pair sends data and the other receives data.

D-coding is the industry standard for use with an M12, 4-pin connector in Ethernet applications.

If Gigabit 1000Base-T Ethernet is required, all four wire pairs are used for communication, requiring an 8-pin M12 connector. An 8-pin M12 connector with X-coding should be used as it is the Gigabit Ethernet connector standard for 1000Base-T. For comparison, fieldbus networks typically use 8-pin M12 connectors with B-coding.

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Ethernet cables To begin, users should specify cable that will handle gigabit Ethernet speeds. Gigabit (1000 Mbps) speeds require Category 5e cable (CAT5e), which should be sufficient to support most any industrial application for the foreseeable future. CAT6 cabling will handle 10 gigabit Ethernet. However, if that high level of speed is required in an industrial Ethernet application, there will be many more restrictive demands on the network design, which won’t be covered in this article.

Patch cables, made with stranded copper, are available in varying lengths up to 50-ft.

If longer Ethernet cable runs are needed, CAT cable with solid copper conductors is typically purchased in bulk along with RJ45 connectors, and the cables are assembled by the user to the required length. If CAT cable is run in a ceiling, plenum-rated cable is usually required.

Many of the connections made in industrial applications use patch cables.

Because electrical noise is common in these industrial environments, shielded patch cables with connector shielding should be specified to avoid data loss in transmission and other intermittent problems. Patch cables with an overall metal foil shield covering the wire pairs will reduce electromagnetic interference (EMI) and help eliminate these issues.

It is also good design practice to specify different patch cord colors for different applications (Figure 1). For example, blue patch cords for information-only networks, red patch cords for critical control applications, and orange for central office connections. While color guidelines are not required, good labeling practices should be followed at a minimum to assist with network troubleshooting and upgrades.

With any CAT5e or CAT6 Ethernet connection, the maximum cable length is 100 meters. If copper is desired for runs over 100 meters, an Ethernet extender or unmanaged switch can be inserted to restore signal quality for another 100 meters. For applications exceeding this distance, fiber optic cable is often used.

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Fiber optic cables support either multi-mode or single-mode transmission. Multi-mode cables support distances from 500 m up to 4 Km. Single-mode cables support distances from 10 to 120 Km. Due to their greater range, single-mode cables are typically more expensive than multi-mode.

Fiber optic connectors come in three standard varieties: ST, SC or LC. All three connector types are used with both types of fiber optic cables (multi-mode and single-mode). LC connectors are most commonly used in small form pluggable (SFP) transceiver modules.

These SFP modules plug into an unmanaged or managed switch to provide long distance communication links when needed, from 500 to 120 Km. ST connectors are most often used for applications from 500 m up to 30 Km, while SC connectors are used from 2 to 30 Km. Ethernet switches Switches are key components of industrial Ethernet networks because they play a big part in monitoring, managing, optimizing and securing communications.

It is important to specify an industrial-grade managed or unmanaged switch rather than a commercial- or consumer-grade switch. Industrial-grade switches include a rugged metal housing for electromagnetic protection, and come with a variety of mounting options.

A switch capable of handling an extreme industrial temperature range from -40 to 165°F or more should be specified.

Industrial environments include noisy and sometimes unreliable power that can cause problems with commercial grade switches. Ethernet switches, such as a Stride industrial Ethernet switch from AutomationDirect, include hardware with redundant dual power inputs that include surge and spike protection. The dual inputs reduce downtime if primary power is lost by automatically switching over to the secondary power input.

A typical industrial switch has 5 to 16 RJ45 Ethernet ports. As noted, these CAT cable connections limit the segment distance to 100 meters. To extend the communication range, a switch with built-in fiber optic ports can be used. A typical fiber optic switch includes both RJ45 and fiber optic ports. Fiber optic is most often used for the network backbone, while the RJ45 copper ports are used as drops to local Ethernet-enabled devices.

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I nd ust r ia l E t h e r n e t factor pluggable (SFP) transceivers, also called mini-GBIC, with LC fiber connectors, which are hot-swappable. Several models of these SFP transceivers are available, with transmission distances ranging from 550m to 120 Km. Traffic filtering, troubleshooting and cybersecurity An unmanaged switch connects several devices and provides basic filtering of the data. It can automatically determine and remember where each Ethernet device is located by its MAC address, and can route messages only through the appropriate port to minimize network loading. Unmanaged switches can also enhance the speed of a 10 Mbps Ethernet device by increasing the transmission rate to 100 Mbps as it passes through the switch to other devices. No user setup is required on unmanaged switches, but users must be careful to watch for loops in their network as a loop can shut down an unmanaged network.

Once five or more unmanaged switches are on a network, a managed switch should be considered. Managed switches provide enhanced traffic filtering and troubleshooting tools as compared to unmanaged switches.

Multicast filtering (IGMP snooping) is a managed switch feature allowing the switch to learn which multicast data packets should be sent to devices on its ports, freeing up bandwidth. Setting traffic priority (QoS/Cos) is another managed switch function to give specific types of data a higher priority. VLANs allow two networks to be isolated from each other logically even though they may physically coexist.

Troubleshooting functions in a managed switch include network statistics, port mirroring and others. Statistics show switch input and output data levels and can help classify and optimize network performance. Port mirroring and Ethernet sniffer software such as Wireshark allow viewing of send and receive data, which is the most effective way to debug network issues.

Network cybersecurity is a concern for all industrial plants and there must be several layers of security. A managed switch serves as one of the first layers. Some managed switches include security features, such as port control to disable ports and limit unauthorized access. Port security MAC entries should also be considered to only allow certain devices to transmit across 90

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When installing an Ethernet network, the connectors, cables and switches must all physically connect properly to create a reliable network. This goes beyond the physical layer to the data link and network layer, where unmanaged and advanced managed switches reside. With the connections made, careful configuration of security is required. Understanding these Ethernet basics can make for a better performing and more secure control system on the factory floor. DW

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Power supplies are the lifeline behind all electronics and electronic devices – Varun Merchant • Tektronix

and the pressure is on to make them smaller and more efficient year after year. Achieving higher efficiencies and higher power densities while also meeting time to market demands, addressing regulatory requirements and keeping costs under control literally puts the power supply designer in the hot seat. Here, we outline the power supply design process and run through the test requirements at each step along the way.

Component manufacturers usually provide designers with detailed datasheets containing the necessary operating characteristics for a good power supply design. In many

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Power software, such as DPOPWR running on a Tektronix MSO5000B oscilloscope as shown here, automatically performs switching and conduction losses.

cases, component selection could be made on datasheet parameters alone. But increasingly rigid requirements on new designs often require designers to characterize components beyond the standard datasheet parameters.

When working with critical power components such as MOSFETs, IGBTs and diodes, select an optimized key parameter. The optimized key parameter could be an on-state, off-state or an AC characteristic. Next, test components across all temperature ranges—well beyond the ideal conditions stated in the data sheet. Finally, test the passive and active components for real world conditions.

The next stage in the design cycle is prototyping. It isn’t news that prototypes are prone to failure. Numerous things can go wrong with board routing, solder joints, component placement and hidden parasitics, so proceed with caution. Before powering on, always use a digital multimeter to check for shorts across all the input and output stages. Once that is completed, isolate the lowvoltage analog and digital circuit into as many sub-circuits as possible and power up the prototype board one subcircuit at a time.

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"Because efficiency is usually the primary design goal, it’s crucial to minimize any losses that might have been introduced during the design process. Be aware that switching and conduction losses through power switches and magnetics are major contributors to the overall loss of a system, especially for modern highefficiency designs. "

Next, isolate the on-board power supply and test the output with and without a load. After that is complete, check if the output voltage and ripple are what is expected. Lastly, use a precision DC power supply to power on individual lowvoltage sub circuits. Don’t just rely on the onboard power supply. If the on-board power supply has multiple outputs, we suggest using a DC power source with multiple isolated channels.

For an on-the-spot reality check, use a DC power supply that shows both the programmed settings and the actual measured outputs simultaneously which will help to quickly determine if the DC stages are drawing too much current.

High-voltage AC circuit power-on Now that all of the low-voltage DC circuits are checked out, it’s time to power-on the highvoltage circuits. This is the stage where the prototype will see high voltage for the first time.

It’s always a good idea to isolate high-voltage stages from low-voltage stages during the first power-on. We suggest using an AC power source with current limiting. It’s crucial to always start from the lowest AC voltage for the design to help reduce major blowouts, which can occur from bad soldering, poor assembly or PCB design mistakes.

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Assuming no major catastrophe has occurred, measure the AC input voltage and current with appropriately rated differential and current probes. Use a scope or a power analyzer on the AC input with logging enabled before powering on the device for the first time to capture the inrush currents and transients. If the high-voltage power stage checks out, enable the low-voltage control circuit, which will provide a complete picture.

Control circuit debugging Now let’s move on to digital and analog control circuit debugging. This is the stage where the control logic is checked —probably the most important, not to mention, complex part of the design. At this stage, test for proper compensation, voltage, timing and frequency responses. First, verify proper switching frequency, pulse width and duty cycle at different loads. To do this properly, measure the modulation signal at the switching device driver during power-on. Next, check the loop frequency by injecting a frequency sweep signal through a wideband injection transformer in the control loop. Lastly, use a frequency response analyzer to measure the gain and phase of the circuit.

After the high-voltage circuits, low-voltage circuits and control logic have been verified, it’s time to check the switching characteristics of the power stage. Start by testing the switching characteristics at no load, nominal load and full load. Always double-check that the turnon, turn-off, duty-cycle and dead-times of all switches (MOSFETS, IGBTs, etc.) are as expected. Also, check the Vgs signals for noise and bumps. This is important because any unintended glitches on this terminal can lead to turn-on and shoot-through.

Depending on the topology, also check the dead-time for sync rectifiers or H-bridges.

This process will help ensure that there’s no possibility of shoot-through. To guarantee that everything is as expected, verify the timing relationships among gate drivers and other related signals.

Because efficiency is usually the primary design goal, it’s crucial to minimize any losses that might have been introduced during the design process. Be aware that switching and conduction losses through power switches and magnetics are major contributors to the overall

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A mixed domain oscilloscope such as the Tektronix MDO4000C speeds EMI troubleshooting by showing synchronized time and spectrum traces. loss of a system, especially for modern highefficiency designs.

To be safe, we recommend against simply calculating switching and conduction losses based on a datasheet as this can not only be misleading, but also wildly off-base. The reason is that datasheets don’t provide a comprehensive loss profile accounting for operating conditions and circuit parasitics. Make sure to also check the rectifier, switches (MOSFETs, IGBTs, etc.) and magnetics for losses when the circuit is active and loaded. More often than not, magnetics are custom-designed and, just like switching devices, they’re important to test during operation. This process will help to ensure that the magnetics are properly characterized.

To measure switching loss on an oscilloscope, multiply voltage by current and take the mean of the resulting power waveform during turn-on or turn-off. The use of power analysis software makes this process easier and more repeatable.

Specification check Now it’s time to determine whether your design meets certain key specifications, such as line and load regulation, ripple, noise, short-circuit protection, transient response and efficiency.

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output terminals of the power supply. Then sweep the load from minimum to maximum while keeping the input voltage constant during the test. This is important to ensure consistent results. Be sure to log any changes in output voltage versus load to determine load regulation.

Next, move on to line regulation, which can be tested with a similar setup. Output voltage is measured across a constant load, while input AC voltage sweeps from minimum to maximum. This test is especially critical for universal input power supplies. Now check for noise and ripple at full load using a scope that’s optimized for high-resolution measurements or a high-precision graphical sampling multimeter. Although the scope will provide higher bandwidth, the multimeter will give better accuracy. It’s also helpful to log efficiency using a power analyzer while sweeping the input voltage and output load through all the operating conditions.

Now that the prototype is up and running, it’s time to see if the design will comply with local power line standards. Most AC-DC power supplies are designed to operate from an AC wall socket. The AC-DC power supplies are also subject to stringent power consumption and power quality standards, such as IEC 62301 standby power and IEC 61000-3-2 current harmonics standards.

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"When measuring low and distorted standby power, be sure to doublecheck the connections as incorrect wiring can lead to significant errors. Make sure to always connect the voltmeter channel on the source side of the current shunt so as not to measure the current through the voltmeter impedance. " Compliance with these standards should be tested early in the design cycle to avoid future headaches. Also, make sure that the power analyzer used for testing current harmonics complies with the IEC 61000-4-7 standard for measurement techniques.

When measuring low and distorted standby power, be sure to double-check the connections as incorrect wiring can lead to significant errors. Make sure to always connect the voltmeter channel on the source side of the current shunt so as not to measure the current through the voltmeter impedance.

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Fortunately, EMI testing is simple and fast using the latest measurement tools that are more affordable and more capable than in the past. Use a USB-based spectrum analyzer and a pre-defined EMI compliance mask to perform the necessary tests to catch those pesky EMI problems before going to the test house later in the program. To quickly localize sources of EMI, try using a mixed domain oscilloscope (MDO) with a built-in spectrum analyzer and near-field probes. An oscilloscope and a schematic will be able to measure the spectral peaks and deduce root causes.

Once the first prototype is thoroughly tested, it’s time to shift into overdrive and go for the next revision. As a sanity check, thoroughly repeat the testing steps. Once everything checks out, it’s time to check reliability. Test the power supply for all input configurations, which is especially important for universal-input power supplies. Next, sweep the load from no load to full load to test the power supply for all conceivable operating conditions. Finally, run a lifetime test using environmental chambers, which check the real-life performance of the design.

Following the measurement step design process outlined here will put you well on your way to delivering a highly efficient, reliable and compliant power supply. DW

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The most common types of coding include: • A -coded for sensors, dc power and 1 Gbit Ethernet for Profibus • B-coded

C-coded for ac power • D-coded for 100 Mbit Ethernet • X-coded for 10 Gbit Ethernet • S-coded for ac power (will eventually replace C-coded power parts) • T-coded for dc power (will eventually replace A-coded power parts) • A-, B-, D-, and X-coded are most prevalent. This is because the A-, B- and D-coded connectors have been around for a long time and are some of the original M12 connectors. X-coded connectors are becoming more popular for high-speed industrial Ethernet and will eventually replace the A- and D-coded parts for Ethernet applications.

A new code, K-coded, is under development for ac power, while a L-coded design will be released soon for Profinet dc power.

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When it comes to specific applications, users must select the right pin count. For sensors and power applications, 3 and 4 pins are required. Profinet and Ethernet use 4 and 8 pin counts. And Fieldbus, CANbus and DeviceNet primarily use 4 and 5 pin counts. Finally, specify 12 pins for signal requirements.

Several styles of coding exist in M12 connectors. This coding prevents incorrect mating on products. In addition, shielding is available in most coded M12 connectors. For example, X-coded connectors are specifically shielded by the design of their coding.

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Designers in medical device and health industries can benefit from integrating 3D printing, machining, and injection molding from prototyping to production and even during the post-launch phase of products.

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Using industrial 3D printing for rapid prototyping of parts for new medical devices and other products can mean design risk reduction for developers. Rapid prototyping streamlines product development, provides iterations of multiple designs simultaneously, and reduces time to market by quickly validating designs.

On the production side, parts for products ranging from instruments

used in surgery to glucose monitors will frequently be produced using injection molding and CNC machining, depending on the parts.

Additionally, med tech developers often face demand volatility and supply chain disruptions, so leveraging on-demand production from a manufacturer can be especially beneficial in reducing a company’s inventory costs and risks, eliminating the need for forecasting, and avoiding, in many cases, minimum order quantities.

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Therefore, engineers and product designers in medical device and health industries can benefit from integrating 3D printing, machining, and injection molding throughout the process, from prototyping to production and even during the post-launch phase of products.

For prototyping, low-volume production A design process that plays to the strengths of 3D printing, machining, and low-volume injection molding can dramatically reduce development time to quickly bring a project from the idea stage to FDA 510(k) premarket submission, and on to verification and validation.

3D printing works well with complex designs and multipart assemblies, and supports customization of medical devices such as prostheses, dental implants, and body parts, including tracheal implants and ribs, legs, joints, and hands. It provides for accurate testing, including tests that digital analysis may miss, making it valuable for early evaluation of new medical parts.

Stereolithography (SL), a frequently used additive technology, works for concept modeling and prototypes of thermoplastic-like parts. The SL process can create components that represent production parts with great detail and are useful for testing. Parts made with SL can be used for lenses, monitors, housings, and

microfluidics, such as micropumps, microvalves, and other applications and products that are produced on a submillimeter scale. SL parts can also be used for marketing purposes, to show users in a clinic or hospital how a part will look or work. (Exposure to humidity and ultraviolet light, though, can change the properties and appearance of finished SL parts).

Selective laser sintering (SLS), another 3D printing process, uses thermoplastic nylons to produce accurate, tough parts including durable medical prototypes. SLS parts also can be used in production of difficult-tomold components that reduce weight, cut the number of parts in an assembly, and shrink assembly time, while also, in some cases, increasing part performance.

Another additive technology—direct metal laser sintering (DMLS)—can produce metal implants, specialized surgical instruments, and components with features, internal geometries or enclosed channels that would be impossible to produce with traditional casting or machining.

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Beyond these processes, other 3D printing applications include methods such as fused deposition modeling (FDM) and polyjet technology.

After gaining FDA approvals using low-volume injection molding, moving to traditional high-volume molding with better per-part pricing may make sense. Making a successful transition from 3D printing to injection molding means designing a component with moldability in mind early on. That involves implementing design elements that improve part moldability like draft and uniform wall thickness.

In addition to mechanical and physical properties, considerations in choosing a material include its resistance to heat, electricity, flammability, and ultraviolet light. Soft, tough, inexpensive materials such as polypropylene and polyethylene are examples of commodity resins while engineering resins range from inexpensive, impact-resistant ABS to very strong, expensive LCP and tough, moderate-cost polycarbonate.

Additionally, injection-molded parts of liquid silicone rubber (LSR) are well-suited for medical products because of LSR’s thermal, chemical, and electrical resistance. LSR parts are also biocompatible, so they work well for products that have skin contact.

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Rapid machining works well for prototyping and for small quantities of end-use parts. Whether using CNC milling or turning processes, material properties with machined parts are representative of injection-molded parts.

Plus, high temperature-resistant plastics such as PEEK and PEI (Ultem) work well for sterilization, so parts made of these plastics are regularly used in the medical industry.

Taking the following design considerations into account can improve the moldability of your parts:

Design for moldability early on While 3D printing provides repeatability and precision in small quantities, it is not yet conducive for production runs of thousands or millions of components.

Medical device companies designing a product or device to take to market on that scale often require injection-molded components.

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Wall thickness: Maintaining consistent wall thickness is perhaps the most important design requirement for ensuring good injection-molded parts.

Controlling this aspect helps manage the part’s appearance, weight, and strength. Walls that are too thick result in parts with areas that sink, warp, or have internal voids from pockets of air. Coring out parts to eliminate thick walls can help avoid these unsightly distortions.

Draft: Adding draft or slope to vertical walls of a part can make it easier to eject from the mold. A rule of thumb is to apply 1 degree of draft per inch of depth in the mold cavity.

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Ribbing, gussets, and ramps: Including ribs and supporting gussets can increase the strength of structural parts and help eliminate warp, sink, and voids. Ribs should be 40 to 60% of the thickness of the adjacent wall. Ramps rather than sharp steps can reduce stress in shifts between thicker and thinner wall portions.

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3D visualization and 3D printing help team of surgeons quickly and successfully separate conjoined twins.

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There’s a 50 million to one chance that triplets will include conjoined twins.

There’s a 6% chance that twins of any kind will be joined near the hips.

The surgical team at Driscoll Children’s

Hospital in Corpus Christi, Texas, faced a case of twins conjoined at the hips. Fortunately, the team was able to tap into the expertise of 3D Systems Healthcare, which has created 3D visualizations and 3D-printed surgical models for more than 30 operations involving conjoined twins.

Wide-ranging team of specialists Ximena and Scarlett Hernandez-Torres were born fused from the navel downward with separate lower limbs. The other triplet, Catalina, had a normal birth. The twins shared a colon and half of their uterus on each side. The babies’ kidneys went to the opposite baby’s bladder, so surgeons would have to reroute them to go to the correct organ. Pediatric surgeon Dr. Haroon Patel headed up a team of medical specialists in pediatric surgery, urology, plastic surgery and orthopedics who would take on the case of the Hernandez-Torres twins.

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Thanks to the 3D printed models, the surgical team streamlined the operation. “We had allotted 20 hours for the operation and the entire procedure lasted around 12 hours,” says Dr. Hopkins. “I have no doubt that the visualization and models saved us at least several hours of critical operating time.”

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“Unlike a two-dimensional x-ray or 3D visualization, you could hold these models in your hands. They were a great way to show team members exactly where the organs were located, where the cuts would be, and how to position the patient.”

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Dr. Haroon Patel holds the physical anatomical model of the conjoined twins, printed with a 3D Systems ProX 800 SLA system.

Dr. Kevin Hopkins, working with his partner, Dr. Vanessa Dimas, was responsible for the extensive plastic surgery required before and after the twins’ surgery. Hopkins also took an expanded role in the case based on his working knowledge of what 3D Systems could offer.

Since 2000, Dr. Hopkins had worked with the 3D Systems healthcare team on more than 70 cases, most involving maxillofacial surgery, with a few involving conjoined twins.

Meeting special challenges Planning for the surgery took place over several months, as doctors had to study the shared anatomy to understand how to best separate the infants and then reorient vital organs, skin, bones, muscle and tissue to ensure each girl’s survival following the operation. Once the surgeons had a plan, they passed along CT scan data and information to the 3D Systems healthcare team.

3D Systems took the CT scans of the twins and set about translating them into a 3D digital environment, enhancing the relevant parts of the anatomy, simulating the surgical procedures,

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and translating the digital models into the physical world in the form of 3D-printed anatomical models.The entire 3D Systems work took two to three weeks.

In the case of the HernandezTorres twins, there were some special challenges.

“Every case of conjoined twins is unique and there is always significantly abnormal anatomy in these cases,” says Joe Fullerton, Team Lead for Medical Imaging and Modeling at 3D Systems.

“In this case, some of the organs were difficult to identify because they were in unexpected locations or shared between the twins.”

The ‘wow’ moment and beyond Once the 3D models and surgical simulation were prepared, a web

meeting was scheduled with all the surgeons involved in the planning and operation. It was revelatory, according to Dr. Hopkins.

“There was a ‘wow’ moment when 3D Systems showed the cuts, separated the shared pelvis, and brought the individual pelvises back together,” he says. “The reaction was ‘holy cow, we can do this’! We also saw that Scarlett had one of her kidneys displaced much lower in her pelvis than originally thought, which only became readily apparent when we saw the 3D model.”

Shortly after the web meeting, the surgeons received the 3D-printed physical models from 3D Systems, which enabled a greater level of planning and practice.

“The physical models were fantastic,” says Dr. Hopkins.

“Unlike a two-dimensional x-ray or 3D visualization, you could hold these models in your hands. They were a great way to show team members exactly where the organs were located, where the cuts would be, and how to position the patient.”

The two physical models were produced using a 3D Systems ProX 800 stereolithography (SL) printer. The ProX 800 prints parts that match or exceed the accuracy and resolution of injection-molded parts. The ProX 800 delivers speeds up to four times faster than competitive systems and can accommodate a range of printing materials.

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The other model was printed in a white plastic material to depict the surface of the skin.

“We chose that particular material because it is opaque, which is beneficial for incision planning because it clearly shows the contours of the skin,” says Fullerton. Both models could be cleaned, sterilized and taken into the operating room for live reference during the surgery.

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The 3D visualization and physical models saved a great amount of time, according to Dr. Hopkins.

“We had allotted 20 hours for the operation and the entire procedure lasted around 12 hours,” he says. “I have no doubt that the visualization and models saved us at least several hours of critical operating time.”

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“If I had to use a cliché, it was like an orchestra,” said Dr. Patel in a statement following the surgery. “Everything just came together seamlessly.”

Changing the odds Following the operation, the twins spent a couple of weeks in intensive care, where they had a relatively routine recovery. They were released in May 2016, around their first birthday.

Dr. Patel and Dr. Hopkins continue to check on their progress as they undergo physical therapy. “They are improving all the time,” says Dr. Hopkins. “We expect that both of them will be able to walk and lead a normal life.”

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“We’ve carved a niche for ourselves designing plastic components for customers in the power sports industry,” Jesse Hahne, partner at CAD, said. “Many of the larger companies we work for are very talented, but they move slower. When deadlines loom, they look to us to get their complex projects back on track.”

Smarter prototyping Developing a customer need into a product requires an ability to verify concepts, validate designs and test function fast, a process made more efficient with CAD’s in-house Stratasys F370 3D Printer.

“Time is our only product, so it’s all about saving time to get to the next project,” said Hahne. “3D printing prototypes give us the ability to fail fast. We can produce multiple design iterations quickly or change a product design overnight to meet a customer’s deadline. The parts are accurate and the process is dependable.”

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CAD also designed a new mount to hold a GoPro camera on the visor of the helmet. “Typically riders use a suction cup or tape to attach a camera to their helmet, but they don’t want to stick adhesive to a really expensive paint job. So we built a mount right onto the visor of our helmet,” Hahne said. “We 3D printed and tested it three times to determine the optimal position for filming.”

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The Stratasys F370 with GrabCAD Print software streamlines the team’s shared workflow and makes CAD even more responsive to fast-moving projects.

“The Stratasys F370 prints quite a bit faster and we’re able to process projects quickly,” said Hahne.

“We save time with GrabCAD Print and that’s a real cost savings to us.”

The team not only benefits from the speed and ease of use, but the ability to use materials that create high-quality parts. “Now we can run ASA and we absolutely love it,” Hahne said. “With ASA we can run 5-slice and print higher-resolution parts, which gives that ‘wow’ factor with our customers. 3D printing intricate housings in 5-slice was almost like an injection molded part when we were done.”

Continuous design improvement The all-in-one capabilities of the Stratasys F370 help CAD continuously improve product designs, like their popular motocross helmet. Feedback on a previous version prompted CAD to make design changes more in line with what riders want – a helmet that can accommodate a neck brace and a camera.

“We came up with an interchange system for the helmet to fit a neck brace better,” said Hahne. “We were able to print and test two different concepts before committing to tooling.”

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3-Phase monitoring relay with NFC configuration Carlo Gavazzi GavazziOnline.com WE Series Linear Guideway Wide Series Ball Type.

This 3-phase voltage and frequency monitoring relay provides flexibility in compact dimensions and has a range of features in a 22.5mm product width. It provides protection against phase reversal, phase loss and if the phase asymmetry, voltage or frequency measurements are not within the userconfigured settings and/or thresholds.

The DPD Series settings can easily be modified through an Android App with

smartphone/tablet or with a USB NFC Reader/Writer (part number ACR1252U) connected

PG Series Linear Guideway Integrated Magnetic Encoder.

to a computer. Under and over threshold settings can be set, as well as hysteresis and time delays. They are uploaded into the DPD Series by means of its NFC configuration.

4-Channel digital relay output module WAGO wago.us

MGN / MGW Series Linear Guideway Stainless Steel Miniature Linear Guideway Size 5 Now Available.

The 4-Channel Digital Relay Output Module has a compact 12 mm housing, and 750-515 reduces the cost per channel while maximizing space in the control cabinet. The 4-Channel Digital Relay Output module can be used universally with any WAGO PLC or coupler.

Further benefits include: • Potential free-- use with multiple voltage potentials (250 vac/30 Vdc) • 2 A per electrically-isolated channel when all four are employed

HG / EG / RG Series Linear Guideways Ball and Roller Type.

• 5 A when used as single channel for high current applications • Onboard indication for ease of trouble shooting

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Prod uc t World Compact captive stepper linear actuators Koco Motion US kocomotionus.com These hybrid linear stepper actuators are available in sizes Nema 8 (21 mm), 11 (28 mm), 14 (35 mm), 17 (43 mm) and 23 (57 mm), and include an anti-rotation feature on the output shaft. These compact stepper linear actuators are available in a range of screw leads (linear travel per motor rev), allowing for higher speed or high resolution.

In addition, an integrated Driver/Controller option is available.

Micro clutches Miki Pulley mikipulley-us.com These CYT Clutches are designed for compact precision applications and may be easily mounted to a driven shaft. The CYT Clutches connect and release power by being located between the input shaft and the load. The CTY stator is a bearing mounted type of clutch.

CYT Clutches operate well in temperatures from +14°F to +104°F (-10°C to +40°C). They have a speed range up to 3600 RPM.

Coil platform for hazardous locations LISK gwlisk.com MH Coil platform is certified as an appliance, separate from the

Bore sizes range from 6 to 10 mm, with clutch torques ranging from 0.3 to 0.74 ft. lb.

(0.4 Nm – 1.0 Nm). The CYT Clutch uses corrosion resistant materials, and is RoHS compliant.

solenoid valve, for more flexibility, global certifications, and more potential solenoid valve choices.

The platform was developed specifically for use in areas where combustible gases and dusts may be be present, such as oil and gas drilling, power generation, turbine process control, and specialty actuators. It’s designed for high vibration environments and carries multiple global certifications (with additional certifications available for specialty markets). Manifold designers are specifically requesting the MH Coil because it can be directly mounted to the manifold surface, removing the load from the valve’s core tube – increasing resistance to shock and vibration.

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Clutch/brakes in piggyback design Force Control Industries forcecontrol.com LM Linear Actuator / SAR Linear motor driven high acceleration and accuracy, unlimited travel.

Posidyne clutch brakes now come in piggyback designs.

Special pads cast into the main housings mount an adjustable motor base, letting the motor sit atop the clutch brake. Other components include a gear belt drive from the motor to the input shaft and an enclosed belt drive guard. This design is suitable for applications where an inline arrangement is not possible.

The Posidyne clutch brake can be actuated by air or hydraulic

KA Type Linear Actuator / SAR Ballscrew or belt driven, exible design.

pressure for use in a plant or outside remote applications. The hydraulic actuation package includes a hydraulic pump, solenoid valve, regulators, and a filter. A heat exchanger can be added for additional cooling.

Generation C deep groove ball bearings KK Type Linear Actuator / SAR Ballscrew driven, high accuracy and reliability.

Schaeffler schaeffler.us FAG Generation C deep groove ball bearings are being upgraded with two new sealing concepts.

Less grease loss and better protection against

KS Type Linear Actuator / SAR Ballscrew driven for clean room applications.

contamination extend the grease operating life and, thus, the bearing’s operating life. The Z-type dust shield with its labyrinth seal helps to reduce the egress of grease by 20%, and prevents contamination by 30% in comparison with the previous design.

AC Servo Motors.

The ELS lip seal (optional) provides maximum sealing action at low friction and is suitable

for alternating axial loads, such as in wheel bearings in motorcycles. The improved sealing action, without any additional friction loss, is from a lip shape that is perfectly matched to the ring recess. The recesses that have been shifted to the interior of the bearing significantly improve the bearing’s robustness during handling, for example during mounting.

Hiwin D1 and D2 Servo Drives for Servo Motors, Torque Motors and Linear Stages.

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