How to Control a Stepper Motor Using a Computer. Stepper motors produce accurate, computer-controlled motion for applications such as robotic arms and paper-feed mechanisms for printers.

Due to this fine level of control, stepper motors are required in any applications where there needs to be an exact movement such as 3D printers and CNC machines (or robots).

OEMs and machine builders can use pre-built motion functions and control algorithms to quickly create motion controllers based on specific application requirements. SoftMotion Development Module 2.0 ...

Stepper motors are well known for their ability to perform accurate positioning in an open-loop mode. But they have a reputation for generating a lot of heat when rotating at high speeds.

Converting rotary to linear motion can be accomplished by several mechanical means using a motor, rack and pinion, belt and pulley and other mechanical linkages. This white paper gives an overview ...

How optical rotary encoders can provide real-time motion feedback on motion applications using stepper motor-driven linear actuators.