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Servo
A servo, or servomechanism, is an automatic device that uses error-sensing feedback to correct the performance of a mechanism, often used for precise control of position, speed, or torque.
TECHNICAL DEFINITION
A servomechanism (servo) is a closed-loop feedback control system that precisely controls mechanical position, velocity, or acceleration by comparing a measured output to a desired input and adjusting an actuator (e.g., servo motor) to minimize the error, commonly employed in robotics, CNC machines, and automation.
BACKGROUND
A forming press, commonly shortened to press, is a machine tool that changes the shape of a work-piece by the application of pressure. The operator of a forming press is known as a press-tool setter, often shortened to tool-setter.
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- Servomotor
- feedback control system
- motion control
- actuator
USAGE NOTE
Servos are essential for applications requiring high precision and dynamic response, like robotic arms.
DEVELOPERS
Organizations developing technology related to Servo.
A global leader in motion control, robotics, and industrial automation, Yaskawa develops high-performance servo motors, servo drives, and controllers critical for precision manufacturing processes.
Siemens offers a comprehensive portfolio of integrated drive systems, including SIMOTICS servo motors and SINAMICS servo drives, essential for automation in various manufacturing industries.
Rockwell Automation provides a wide range of Kinetix servo drives and motors, integrated with their Logix control systems, to deliver precise and high-performance motion control solutions for industrial applications.
FANUC is a leading manufacturer of CNC systems, robots, and factory automation solutions, all of which heavily rely on advanced servo technology for their precision, speed, and reliability in manufacturing.
Mitsubishi Electric develops MELSERVO series servo amplifiers and motors, providing highly accurate and responsive motion control solutions for a wide range of industrial automation and robotics applications.
Bosch Rexroth provides a complete range of electric drives and controls, including high-performance servo motors and drives, for industrial automation, machine tools, and robotics applications.
Kollmorgen specializes in advanced motion control systems, offering a diverse portfolio of high-performance servo motors and drives engineered for demanding applications in robotics, packaging, and medical technology.
Schneider Electric offers industrial automation solutions, including Lexium servo drives and motors, designed to enhance machine performance and energy efficiency in various manufacturing processes.