Specifications

CT Corsair Final Report May 2, 2014
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Finally, the drive is controlled using the GUI’s Control Panel. This panel is represented in Figure
27.
Figure 27. Control Panel
The Drive Enable is a software drive enable input, which enables the functions on the software’s
screen. For actual operation, a hardware enable input at the drive terminal is required for
operation. When operating normally, the hardware input enables both the hardware and the
software. The Drive Disable then disables any and all software inputs.
Jogging is used to align or position the drive’s actuator shaft for connection purposes or
maintenance. The Jog Extend and Jog Retract buttons are used to utilize the drive’s jogging
function.
The Move 1-7 buttons are preprogrammed moves as defined by the operator and will be initiated
if and only if the Drive Enable is high. Clicking the Stop button stops any of these movements
that are in progress.
Current Position and Current Rod Speed indicates the actuator’s current (absolute) shaft position
and rod speed. The Current Force indicates a +/- (10-15)% error estimate of the force being
generated by the actuator shaft. Factors including but not limited to efficiencies and tolerances
affect this estimate.
The Fault Status bar indicates if any specific fault conditions occur. Likewise, the Fault Reset
button is used to reset any faults that occur.