Multiplexed control of multi-axis machine with distributed control amplifier
US8253355B2 · kind B2 · utility
Assignee
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 13, 2010 |
| Grant date | Aug 28, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 21, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH05K3/1216
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A control apparatus for multiplexing a single distributed control amplifier to control multiple axes of motion in a multi-axis machine. In one example, the control apparatus comprises a distributed control motor amplifier, a first motor constructed and arranged to provide movement along a first axis of motion, a second motor constructed and arranged to provide movement along a second axis of motion, a first relay having a switch coupled to the distributed control motor amplifier, a first contact coupled to the first motor, a second contact coupled to the second motor, and an input for receiving an actuation signal, wherein the relay is configured to be manipulated between a first state in which the switch is electrically connected to the first contact a second state in which the switch is electrically connected to the second contact, in response to the actuation signal.
Source: USPTO / EPO open patent data. Objective bibliographic and citation counts.