POSITAL’s Absolute and Incremental Encoders: The Unsung Heroes of Precision
3rd October 2024
Did you ever wonder how robots move their joints with precision, or how the axle wheels of trains accurately run on track? What do these two have in common with conveyor belts, sushi trains and crane hoists? Encoders. These small yet mighty gadgets pack a punch when it comes to motion feedback and control. What is an Encoder? An encoder is a type of sensor that converts motion into electrical signals that can be interpreted by electronic control devices, such as a counter or a programmable logic controller (PLC). These signals provide position, speed, count, or direction feedback, which enable