Software Owner manual

122 Rockwell Automation Publication MOTION-UM004B-EN-P - October 2012
Chapter 2 Sizing Your System
2.1.5.1. Independent Axis Workflow
With independent motors, each motor works alone to move the load in the
single-axis, independent workflow, so the force/torque output stands isolated. An
example is the single-axis lifter mechanism (Figure 98
) where one motor drives
the load.
Figure 98 - Independent Motors
SolidWorks Motion software supports linear and rotary motors. For an
independent motor workflow, there are two options for motion:
• Translational (linear motion)
• Rotational (rotary motion)