One of the most basic positioning elements of autonomous robotics is the encoder. These are attached to rotating points such as arm joints and wheel axles in order to determine distance of movement. We sell an array of our IG32, IG42, and IG52 gear motors with a hall-effect encoder option. How do they work? The picture above is a simple … Continue reading Tech Thursday #016: IG32,42, and 52 Encoder Interfacing and CPR Calculation