Speaker
Description
The neutron scattering instruments of the Jülich Centre for Neutron Science JCNS with all
substations are continuously developed and improved. A key role is taken by motion control
solutions that are tuned to specific requirements of science or developed as a standard for
cross-instrumental tasks. Alongside with the mechanics, the electric motor with its different
characteristics as an electromechanical converter and with the support of current control
technologies is a central element for the automation of a neutron instrument.
The development of new hard- and software products is extremely fast with short
innovation cycles.
The talk ‘Electronic Design’ shows the current tools to plan and implement JCNS-automation
solutions with the focus on drive technologies and feedback systems with the connection to
industrial components. In addition to the planning tools, an overview of the used motors
with various encoder-systems is given as well the presentation of the implemented
examples of motion control solutions, currently the vacuum control-system of the time-of-flight
instrument TOPAS.
Feasibility studies for future neutron scattering instruments are also shown and a very short
outlook on trends for new automation products is given.
