Technical Guides & Insights
Motor drive selection, application guides and technical explainers — engineer to engineer.
CANopen or Modbus? Motor Drive Communication Protocols
The difference between CANopen and Modbus communication protocols in motor drives, which to choose for which application, and NES Drive support.
Choosing a Motor Drive for AGV and AMR Robots
Motor drive selection for autonomous carriers (AGV/AMR): quiet and efficient driving, precise positioning, CAN communication and the right NES Drive model.
What Is FOC (Field Oriented Control) and Why Does It Matter?
What is FOC (Field Oriented Control), how does it differ from scalar control, and why does it deliver high efficiency and precision in motor drives?
What Is a Motor Drive and How Does It Work?
What is a motor drive (motor controller), what does it do and how does it work? We explain the basics of DC, BLDC and AC motor drives in plain language.
What Is Regenerative Braking and What Does It Save?
What regenerative braking and 4-quadrant (4Q) operation are, how they work, and what they save in terms of battery life, heat and brake wear in electric vehicles.
Motor Drive Guide for Forklifts and Stackers
Drive selection for traction and lift motors in electric forklifts and stackers: current/voltage by tonnage, regenerative braking and the right NES Drive model.
BLDC or Brushed DC? How to Choose the Right Motor Drive
The difference between brushed DC and brushless (BLDC) motor drives, which one to pick for your application, and 5 key criteria when selecting a drive.