Maximizing Safety and Precision: Advanced Collision Detection with Laing Controllers

Optimized Collision Detection with Laing Controllers: Safety and Precision for Your Applications

Ensuring the safety of machines and equipment in various applications, especially with movable or tiltable tables, is crucial. To meet this need, Laing offers an innovative collision detection solution integrated into its controller systems, providing maximum safety during drive movements. In this article, you will learn more about the different technologies that Laing controllers offer for detecting and preventing collisions, and how these features can be tailored to your specific requirements.

Laing Controllers: Collision Detection Based on Motor Currents

All Laing controllers are equipped with advanced collision detection technology that operates by analyzing motor currents. This system allows the controllers to quickly and reliably detect collisions by monitoring changes in the motor currents that occur during a collision. As soon as a collision is detected, the drives stop immediately and reverse by the configured value in the opposite direction.

The sensitivity of the collision detection can be easily adjusted via the control panel, ensuring the system's response matches the specific needs of your application. Whether it's light bumps or more significant impacts, Laing controllers offer precise control to ensure safe operation and prevent equipment damage.

Laing GyroSense: Advanced Collision Detection for Precise Movements

The integration of the Laing GyroSense sensor enhances collision detection with an added layer of precision. GyroSense is a highly sensitive, controller-integrated sensor that detects even the smallest tilting changes of the tabletop. This feature is especially useful in applications involving stiff connections or varying loads.

Thanks to its integrated design, the GyroSense sensor works directly with the controller, eliminating the need for additional mounting. The sensor's sensitivity and response time can be individually configured to meet the specific demands of your application. GyroSense enables even more accurate collision detection by responding not only to motor-related disturbances but also to minimal changes in the system's tilt. This ensures reliable collision detection in all situations.

Laing GraviSense: Precise Collision Detection for Soft Collisions

Another highlight in Laing's portfolio is the GraviSense technology, specifically designed for detecting soft collisions. GraviSense uses the angle change of the tabletop to precisely detect collisions. For each axis, you can specify the deviation from the starting angle at which a collision event will be triggered.

For example, if you set the sensitivity to 2 degrees, a collision event will be triggered when the angle of the tabletop changes by more than 2 degrees during movement. This feature significantly improves collision detection and effectively prevents tilting of tables due to soft collisions, which may occur from obstacles or uneven movements.

Combining Technologies for Maximum Safety

To further enhance safety, the different Laing technologies can be combined. The motor-current-based collision detection system, the GyroSense, and the GraviSense technology work together to ensure reliable and precise collision detection in all scenarios. This combination guarantees that both hard and soft collisions are detected, providing maximum protection for your equipment and the surrounding environment.

Conclusion: Laing Controllers for Enhanced Safety and Precision

Laing offers powerful and flexible collision detection solutions with its controllers, which can be optimized for a variety of applications. Whether you need a basic motor-current-based detection system, the highly sensitive GyroSense sensor, or the precise GraviSense technology, Laing allows you to configure sensitivity and response time according to your needs, creating a tailored safety solution for your drive control. By combining these technologies, you can ensure that your machines operate reliably and safely even in the most demanding applications.

Would you like to learn more about how Laing controllers can take your collision detection to the next level? Contact us for personalized advice!