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Are Pneumatic Systems too Complicated?

Posted June 28, 2010 7:32 AM

The continued integration of embedded electronics, fieldbus controls, and remote HMI are turning the simple pneumatic circuit into high-performing, energy-efficient systems with built-in command and control. What is the down side of this technology trend, if there is one?

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Re: Are Pneumatic Systems too Complicated?

06/29/2010 8:58 AM

The down side is the same as it's always been. Compressed air isn't cheap.
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08/02/2010 4:35 AM

The moving-part logic of pneumatics is very interesting indeed.

Step-Counter method would appear to be a panacea sort of solution.

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06/29/2010 10:22 AM

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06/30/2010 2:03 AM

pneumatic systems tend to not exert very much force compared to their hydraulic counterparts. They also tend to be 'spongy'.

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