Introduction In the automation industry, motors must work together to perform specific movements under certain mechanical conditions, which would otherwise be impossible to achieve by a single axis. Most often than not, multiple axes (drive + motor combination) are needed especially in factories (e.g.: plastic bottle industry, packaging industry, etc.), or in the medical field (e.g.: pipetting, glass cutting lasers, etc.). In these kinds of scenarios, all axes must run together in a synchronized manner which is usually handled by a Master device. In order to reduce the overall costs and reduce the machine complexity, new motion control features were [...]

Introduction   In many motion control applications, handling high-inertia loads presents a significant challenge. Rapid starts or abrupt stops can introduce mechanical stress, vibrations, and excessive wear on the system, leading to reduced performance and increased maintenance costs. To address these challenges, Technosoft drives feature advanced trajectory generation algorithms, including the S-curve profile, which allows for smoother transitions in acceleration and deceleration.   Unlike simple trapezoidal profiles that apply sudden changes in acceleration, the S-curve profile manages the “jerk” — the rate of change of acceleration. By controlling jerk, the S-curve profile provides a gradual ramping effect, allowing both starting [...]

Introduction In high-performance motion control, tuning controllers is often a balancing act. A fixed set of PID or PI gains may work well at certain speeds or positions, but as operating conditions change, the same tuning can cause instability, overshoot, or sluggish response. This is where gain scheduling comes into play. Technosoft drives provide advanced gain scheduling capabilities, allowing users to dynamically adjust control parameters in real time, ensuring optimal performance across the entire motion profile. What Is Gain Scheduling? Gain scheduling is a control strategy that allows multiple sets of controller parameters (PID/PI gains and integral limits) to be [...]

Introduction Technosoft designs its intelligent drives around a distinctive principle: every unit, regardless of model or generation, functions as an interchangeable “black box.” This approach ensures smooth operation, ease of use and compatibility across the entire product range. In practice, a Technosoft drive bought today can be integrated just as easily as one designed many years ago, since the same software tools, communication protocols and programming logic apply across the entire range. This article explores the “black box” concept in engineering, how Technosoft applies it to its drive architecture, and the benefits this design brings to the end user. The [...]

Technosoft drives are intelligent servo drives that can generate the motor trajectory using the embedded motion controller. In the same time, our drives also contain the needed PIDs to enable the motor to follow these user defined motion profiles. The following paragraphs will explain of how they do this:   Motion Profile Generation Technosoft drives support various motion profiles to define how a motor moves from one position to another. The most common types include: Trapezoidal profile: Defined by constant acceleration, constant velocity, and constant deceleration. They can be a speed or a position profile based on the project’s requirements. [...]

  Introduction In every industry, manufacturers must look at every aspect such as the mechanics, motor, sensors, communication, size and shape of the machine etc. All of these must work together seamlessly to bring the best results starting from the initial requirements of the machine, in such a way that after adding up all the costs, it is as economical as it can possibly be. Such is the case for the automation industry, from the type of motor technology, gearboxes, feedback devices, load mechanics, movement type and requirements, motor drives which can perform them, safety compliance and the communication protocol [...]

Dual-loop control is a servo drive strategy that uses both motor and load encoders to eliminate backlash, compensate for compliance, and ensure precise load positioning Introduction: Precision Challenges in Motion Control In motor control systems, unaddressed mechanical imperfections like backlash and load elasticity can lead to significant positioning errors, reduced precision, and even premature system wear. This is especially critical in high-precision environments such as robotics, semiconductor equipment, and CNC machines. Technosoft drives offer an advanced dual-loop control system that enhances motion accuracy by simultaneously using two feedback signals—one from the motor and one from the load. This capability, fully [...]

Introduction In modern automation systems, flexibility and adaptability are not just advantages — they are necessities. As applications evolve, the ability to scale, reconfigure, or adapt hardware to new requirements becomes a key differentiator for motion control solutions. At TECHNOSOFT, we address this challenge by offering a highly adaptable solution: universal motion control. Our intelligent drives integrate motion control and power electronics into a single compact unit, capable of supporting various motor types and feedback interfaces— configurable entirely through software.   The Power of Universality: Motor and Feedback Compatibility Our drives are designed to be universal motion solutions. This means [...]

Introduction One of the most critical steps in motor control applications is ensuring the system can identify the motor’s exact position before starting the working cycle. This can be achieved on every power-on or reset through a process known as a homing. It allows the drive to position the motor to a reference point, called the home position, even in the absence of an absolute encoder. Our drives integrate a wide selection of homing routines, with support for 35 routines based on the CiA DS402 standard (CANopen device profile for motion control). This variety gives users the flexibility to choose [...]

Technosoft intelligent drives/motors have the following communication interfaces: RS-232, USB, CAN-bus and EtherCAT. When using a CAN or EtherCAT master to control the motors, implementing complex motion sequences can be very difficult and time consuming. This is why our drives are able to work in a distributed intelligence way - between them and the master - which offers the possibility to call user defined functions stored in the drives memory by sending just one command from the host. Using TML (Technosoft Motion Language), you can effectively distribute the intelligence between the master and the drives/motors in demanding multi-axis applications. Instead [...]

  Introduction Using EasyMotion Studio II, the performance of Technosoft drivers can be monitored along with receiving general data and any possible errors that might be triggered. These real-time features give also an elegant way of observing the driver’s TML program flow making its troubleshooting a simple process. These graphical tools are divided into 3 categories: Control Panels, Scope and Logger - together, they offer a full blend between “quantity” and “quality”. Starting with the Control Panels, which are more on the “quantity” side where you can get big amounts of data from the drive (the only limit being the [...]

Intro Technosoft intelligent drives and motors are built to integrate effortlessly into a wide range of industrial environments. Whether you’re upgrading legacy equipment or developing a new automation system, our devices offer flexible protocol support and multiple interface options — so you can focus on performance, not compatibility.   Overview of Supported Communication Interfaces Depending on the product model, Technosoft intelligent drives and motors may communicate using the following interfaces: RS-232 (present on all models) USB CAN-bus (supporting multiple protocols) EtherCAT® Ethernet access via Technosoft Ethernet adapters (RS232 or CAN based)   Industrial: RS-232 Communication All Technosoft intelligent drives and [...]

Introduction In the field of modern motion control, the shape and quality of the generated reference are essential to achieving optimal system performance. Whether driving industrial automation, precision robotics, or testing equipment, the ability to generate finely tuned motion profiles directly impacts accuracy, responsiveness, and mechanical longevity. Traditional control methods often rely on trapezoidal or step-based references, which, while effective in simpler systems, can present sharp transitions, induce vibrations and reduce control accuracy. To address these limitations, Technosoft drives have a wide range of trajectory generation algorithms, but in this article we’ll focus on the generation of sinusoidal reference across [...]

Introduction In motor control applications, unexpected failures can pose serious safety risks, cause damage to equipment, costly repairs, and disrupt productivity. Therefore, the ability of a system to effectively handle critical errors is essential. Technosoft drives are designed with a robust protection system that combines both hardware and adaptive software, ensuring reliable operation and preventing potential damage during critical situations. Most important protections: Short-circuit protection This hardware protections safeguards against short-circuits or current spikes between motor phases or between a motor phase and ground. If a short circuit is detected or even a wrong voltage command, the drive stops the [...]

Enhanced Drive Configuration with Easy Motion Studio II With Easy Motion Studio II, setting up a drive for your application is both quick and straightforward. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced user, this powerful software simplifies the configuration process while giving you the flexibility to tailor settings to meet your requirements. Intuitive Setup Process Our graphical user interface has been carefully designed to make the setup process as clear and efficient as possible. The guided step-by-step procedure ensures you can easily create a customized configuration, which can then be both: • Downloaded directly to the drive’s EEPROM memory for [...]

Overview Technosoft motion control drives are used in a plethora of industries and depending on the application type and characteristics, their power ranges from just a few watts to High Powered (8KW) applications, such as the AGV industry. Here the phenomenon of regenerative braking, although not limited only to the cases of high power applications, is certainly more important and has clear and visible effects. This is the process in which the mechanic energy (usually present in the load in the forms of kinetic or potential energy) is converted to electric energy in the motor and is flowing back toward [...]

Introduction In the world of motion control applications, voltage efficiency helps increasing the overall performance of the motor control allowing higher speeds to be reached. The Micro 4804 family of miniature drives stand out by achieving an impressive 91% minimum voltage efficiency at 100 kHz PWM frequency, making them the perfect choice for compact, high-precision systems that demand both power and reliability. Understanding PWM in Motor Control PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) is the most used method for controlling power delivery in power electronics and motor control systems. PWM works by rapidly switching the drive outputs on and off, varying the [...]