Vectioneer
Vectioneer is a Dutch engineering company focused on motion control and robotics. It develops the Motorcortex automation software platform. Since 2010, the company has built control systems for robots, machines, and industrial projects around the world. This use case shows how Vectioneer creates clear and flexible control solutions for different types of machines.
In this setup, Vectioneer uses the Fitlet as the main control hardware. These PCs run the Motorcortex software. They control multi-axis motion and connect to EtherCAT drives and I/O modules. They also provide a web-based tools for configuration, monitoring and HMI for operators and engineers. This makes it easier to control and monitor machines from one place.
The system includes a few main components. An industrial PC acts as the real-time controller. Motorcortex runs on a Linux-based real-time system. EtherCAT servo drives, I/O modules, and safety components handle motion and machine control. This setup can be used for many applications, such as robotic cells and custom machines.
This solution solves several common problems. It provides one clear platform for real-time control across different systems. It reduces hardware by combining control, tools, and interface on one PC. It also makes it easier to reuse the same setup in multiple projects. In addition, it supports remote access and diagnostics, which helps reduce downtime.
