Discover how to create a simple electric motor using everyday materials in this step-by-step tutorial. Learn how to build a homemade DC motor by winding copper wire into coils, constructing a custom ...

Hi, I'm Bill. I'm a software developer with a passion for making and electronics. I do a lot of things and here is where I document my learning in order to be able to inspire other people to make ...

Microcontrollers may dominate today’s stepper motor projects, but there’s a certain charm in driving them with pure CMOS logic. This no-firmware approach strips things down to the fundamentals of ...

The new I/O module controls stepper motors with Modbus/TCP, Ethernet/IP or PROFINET interface to host PC, PLC or PAC. July 9, 2025 - Acromag now offers a stepper motor controller in their BusWorks NT ...

Nanotec has introduced a driver for stepper and brush-less dc (BLDC) motors with sensor-less closed-loop and field-oriented control (FOC). Intended for steppers from NEMA 14 to NEMA 34 and BLDC motors ...

Even veteran engineers often suffer from a lot of misconceptions about stepper motors and how to drive them. This article will focus on clearing up just a few of these misunderstandings so that ...

Not sure which motor is right for you? Keep reading—we’ll compare them, and help you find the perfect match for your project! When it comes to choosing the right motor for your project, have you ever ...

Now lets get back to our TMC2208 stepper driver module understand its basics and learn how to use it with an Arduino UNO board. One of the standout features of the TMC2208 is its ability to operate ...

The Arduino Opta micro programmable logic controller (PLC) provides a unique entry point into the automation field. Automation fields like smart homes, process controls, and robotics are project areas ...

So you finally decided to hop on the Arduino bandwagon and start making electronic projects as a fun hobby. As a beginner getting started with Arduino, your first instinct is typically to buy a ...

Stepper motor linear actuators (SMLAs) combine a stepper motor, precision lead screw and nut in one compact envelope, providing a highly configurable, customizable and robust system for linear motion.