360 Encoder Designs

The goal of the project is to create a table that can be used at traveling conventions that showcase the unique abilities of the encoders the EPC offers. 25SP/58TP, A58HE/A58SE, 15T/H/S or TR1/2/3, and 30M. The user will be able to interact with each module via HMI and PLC in order to fully showcase the functionality of each encoder.

=Problem Definition= The purpose of this project is to highlight the unique functions of each encoder that EPC creates by creating unique functions that each encoder carries out that can be easily duplicated and can be used at road shows around the world.

Background
An encoder is a sensing device that provides feedback. Encoders convert motion to an electrical signal that can be read by some type of control device in a motion control system, such as a counter or PLC. The encoder sends a feedback signal that can be used to determine position, count, speed, or direction. A control device can use this information to send a command for a particular function. This project focuses on three different types of encoders: programmable, absolute, the Model 15 encoder, and Model 30M.

The programmable encoder allows the user to change the resolution by coding in the desired resolution anywhere from 1 tick per revolution to 65,000 ticks per revolution. The absolute encoder will always remember its position in space. Even if it gets unplugged it will move 1 tick and know its location.. The Model 15 is EPC's most popular encoder because it is cheap, reliable, and easy to mount. Finally the Model 30M uses a sin wave instead of a traditional square wave, which results in a more precise encoder.

Specifications
The final project should have these considerations in mind.


 * The final product should weight no more than 25 pounds.
 * All displays should be able to be swapped out with any encoder as desired.
 * It should be able to be plugged into a standard 12V outlet.
 * It should be portable and be able to fit through a standard doorway
 * All encoders should be plugged into one centralized PMC/GUI.
 * The display should be able to run for an 8-hour day.
 * The display should be eye-catching and be able to attract a crowd.

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