Design News - November 3, 2008

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Motion Control Trend Watch Supplement 1103

Controller solutions are moving through an evolution in role and functionality, as suppliers continue to add integrated capabilities for motion and machine control.

Supplement

Motion Control And Automation Trend Watch
Motors in Small Packages
Focus on Servo Control
Distributed Intelligence
System Inputs
Delivering More for Less
Go With the Flow
Networking and Simplicity
Pushing the Limits for Performance Improvements
PACs in the Forefront
Mechatronics & Advanced Motion Control
Efficiency & Connectivity
Linear Performance
Sensors Cope with Harsh Environments
Clearing the Air
Combining Forces
Focus on Energy and Intelligence
Editor's Letter

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