Latest Motor Control Industry White Papers

In this application note from Analog Devices, learn how LVDS and M-LVDS enable high-speed, low-power, and noise-immune…

In this application note from Analog Devices, learn how LVDS and M-LVDS enable high-speed, low-power, and noise-immune data transmission for industrial and high-performance digital systems. It outlines key design considerations including topology selection, signaling characteristics, termination, PCB layout, and managing jitter and skew to maintain signal integrity at data rates up to and beyond 1 Gbps.

In this application note, learn how the TMC4671 enables precise closed-loop torque, velocity, and position control for…

In this application note, learn how the TMC4671 enables precise closed-loop torque, velocity, and position control for linear motors using Field Oriented Control (FOC). It details configuration steps for incremental ABN encoder feedback, including pole pair setup, encoder resolution calculation, initialization, and linear scaling to achieve micrometer-level positioning. The note also demonstrates system setup and tuning using TMCL-IDE, providing a practical path from hardware configuration to optimized linear motion performance.

Used in electric vehicle charging stations, sustainable microgrids, and high-efficiency data centers, precision DC energy…

Used in electric vehicle charging stations, sustainable microgrids, and high-efficiency data centers, precision DC energy metering is critical for accurate billing and reducing CO2 emissions, but traditional AC-side measurements and technical challenges like shunt self-heating and the Seebeck effect often limit performance. This white paper from Analog Devices details a design utilizing the ADA4528 zero-drift amplifier and AD7779 24-bit ADC to overcome measurement drifts and achieve 0.5% class accuracy across a wide dynamic range.

Download the application guide to master Bode plot analysis and optimize the stability of your switching power supply designs.

Download the application guide to master Bode plot analysis and optimize the stability of your switching power supply designs.

Bridge the gap between PCB manufacturing and real-world electronics design with Summit Interconnect’s Electrical…

Bridge the gap between PCB manufacturing and real-world electronics design with Summit Interconnect’s Electrical Engineering Desk Guide, covering fabrication, stack-up, EMI, power delivery, and regulation fundamentals that drive manufacturable, high-performance hardware.

In this tutorial, we introduce onsemi’s PRISM platform, a pre-optimized reference imaging solution that streamlines…

In this tutorial, we introduce onsemi’s PRISM platform, a pre-optimized reference imaging solution that streamlines camera design by integrating sensors, optics, interfaces, and image processing. It explains how PRISM simplifies system integration through standardized modules, tuned ISP configurations, and validated performance testing using components like the AP1302 co-processor and Demo3 evaluation platform. The tutorial also highlights PRISM’s support for Hyperlux CMOS image sensors and its broad processor ecosystem compatibility.

This tutorial explains how rising electrification is driving the need for ultra-fast, scalable EV charging systems that…

This tutorial explains how rising electrification is driving the need for ultra-fast, scalable EV charging systems that operate at higher power levels while maintaining efficiency and safety. It describes advanced power conversion architectures, including three-phase PFC and isolated DC-DC stages using DAB and LLC topologies, along with integrated power modules and liquid cooling to manage thermal stress. The tutorial concludes by highlighting onsemi’s SiC-based solutions as key enablers for efficient, megawatt-class charging infrastructure built on modular, future-ready designs.

EV sales for both pure battery electric vehicles and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles are accelerating rapidly.

EV sales for both pure battery electric vehicles and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles are accelerating rapidly.

Future-Proof Your Test Systems: Discover Driverless Control with VTI’s RESTful Software Traditional driver-based…

Future-Proof Your Test Systems: Discover Driverless Control with VTI’s RESTful Software Traditional driver-based architectures are holding your test systems back—creating costly dependencies and risking obsolescence. Learn how VTI’s RESTful approach delivers platform independence, scalability, and long-term reliability.

Learn how sensing technologies drive renewable energy, grid stability, and intelligent energy management in the emerging…

Learn how sensing technologies drive renewable energy, grid stability, and intelligent energy management in the emerging All-Electric Society.

Discover onsemi’s EliteSiC cascode JFET design toolkit — 33 resources to help engineers design higher-efficiency,…

Discover onsemi’s EliteSiC cascode JFET design toolkit — 33 resources to help engineers design higher-efficiency, higher-density power systems.

Industrial image sensors require carefully designed power trees that deliver low-noise, thermally efficient, and tightly…

Industrial image sensors require carefully designed power trees that deliver low-noise, thermally efficient, and tightly regulated voltage across multiple rails, using combinations of buck converters and LDOs to balance efficiency, accuracy, and heat dissipation. The tutorial explains how to evaluate conduction losses, dropout voltage, transient response, PSRR, and junction temperature to select the right regulators. It offers practical design guidance and real component examples—especially for onsemi Hyperlux sensor.

Discover how a unified digital thread connects PCB, multi-board, and harness design into one synchronized workflow. Learn…

Discover how a unified digital thread connects PCB, multi-board, and harness design into one synchronized workflow. Learn how integrated data and real-time collaboration help teams eliminate errors and accelerate system development.

Compact, rugged AC/DC power supplies with big performance — the Cincon LFM series delivers reliable, thermally…

Compact, rugged AC/DC power supplies with big performance — the Cincon LFM series delivers reliable, thermally efficient power in just a 1-inch profile.

Download the white paper to explore how software-driven platforms and AI are reshaping the future of robotic arm design…

Download the white paper to explore how software-driven platforms and AI are reshaping the future of robotic arm design and performance.

On-Board Chargers (OBCs) are key components in BEVs and PHEVs, converting AC grid power into DC to charge high-voltage…

On-Board Chargers (OBCs) are key components in BEVs and PHEVs, converting AC grid power into DC to charge high-voltage batteries and supporting both Level 1 and Level 2 charging, with a growing trend toward high-power designs for 800 V architectures. This solutions guide explores how modern OBCs leverage silicon carbide (SiC) MOSFETs, automotive power modules, and optimized gate drivers to improve efficiency, thermal performance, and power density.

Advanced Industrial Motor Control systems improve energy efficiency by using variable-speed motors and sophisticated…

Advanced Industrial Motor Control systems improve energy efficiency by using variable-speed motors and sophisticated inverter designs with IGBTs, SiC MOSFETs, and GaN HEMTs, along with integrated modules like IPMs and PIMs for compact, high-performance operation. In this white paper, learn how systems optimize power delivery through three-phase inverters, power factor correction (PFC), and brake circuits, balancing trade-offs between efficiency, switching speed, cost, and thermal performance.

This poster provides an overview of electric drivetrain developments driven by the 2035 combustion engine ban, including…

This poster provides an overview of electric drivetrain developments driven by the 2035 combustion engine ban, including wide-bandgap semiconductors, higher voltages, and wireless connectivity. Learn about comprehensive testing approaches for BMS, on-board chargers, and traction inverters at module and system levels, including EMC compliance.

This tutorial guides engineers on optimizing SiC MOSFET performance in high-power applications like EV chargers, solar…

This tutorial guides engineers on optimizing SiC MOSFET performance in high-power applications like EV chargers, solar inverters, and BLDC motors by minimizing conduction and switching losses while ensuring safety and EMI compliance. It covers gate driver selection, voltage swing requirements, gate charge, and timing strategies to improve efficiency and avoid issues such as runt pulses during high-frequency PWM operation. The tutorial also provides practical guidance on onsemi gate driver products, block diagrams, and application examples.