10 Dec 2008 New device driver allows use of Aerotech motion controllers on worldwide large-scale scientific research projects. Aerotech’s Ensemble™ Epaq and CP/MP/CL series motion controllers now feature full compatibility with the EPICS open source control system.
EPICS (Experimental Physics and Industrial Control System) is used worldwide as a distributed soft real-time control system for leading light source (synchrotron) facilities, telescope projects and other large scientific experiments across the global research community.
The new Ensemble series device driver for EPICS provides closely coordinated control for up to 10 axes of high precision motion and associated I/O, with a choice of open loop stepper or closed loop brushed and brushless servo motors in standalone or rack-mount packages.
EPICS compatibility also permits access to Aerotech’s wide range of precision positioning systems.
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