Joint Controllers
The joint controller module forms a core piece of electronic hardware within the Arbite JCS system. This device serves as a communications hub for lower tier networked devices, while providing capability for executing joint space controllers and estimators.
Brushless Motor Controllers
Brushless motor controllers ranging in power capability from 200W to 8kW and maximum bus voltages from 48V to 72V. Supports both Arbite encoders and off the shelf encoders.
Feedback Sensors
Linear and angular incremental and absolute encoders based on magnetic sensing technology. Linear resolutions of up 488nm per step. Angular resolutions dependent on the magnetic strip radius.
Brake / Clutch Controllers
Two independent controller outputs. Each output supports voltage or current control or direct PWM control. Maximum 1A per channel with a maximum bus voltage up to 72V.
Braking Choppers
Selectable voltage hysteresis mode or PWM mode for braking operation. Multiple devices can function in parallel to increase maximum power capability. Supports bus voltages up to 72V.
Analogue Interfaces
Eight channel analogue interface and six channel strain gauge amplifiers. Strain gauge amplifier supports temperature compensation.
Thermal Managers
Thermal manager with eight fan or pump outputs and eight analogue inputs. Each output has independent PID control. Supports standard computer fans and pumps. (Prototype device shown)
Unifying Real Time Software
Unifying real time software ties the Joint Control System together and is responsible for device configuration, management and data handling. jcs_host is available soon for Linux as a C++ library.
More Hardware to Come
We have more hardware in the pipeline; linear actuators, generic encoder interface, DC/DC converters and battery managers, plus more. Please contact Arbite to find out more.