KPA Motion Control Library

With the KPA Motion Control Library, we offer a comprehensive set of libraries and tools for precision motion control automation. Our KPA Motion Control software conforms to the PLCopen specification, providing a vendor-neutral motion control interface that can be implemented across various systems.

Key applications of the KPA Motion Control Library include:

• Automating production lines and manufacturing processes
• Creating position, speed, and torque control systems
• Developing motion control functionality for computer numerical control (CNC) machines like lathes, mills, plasma/laser/waterjet cutters, and more
• Integrating motion control into specialized equipment such as injection molding machines (IMM), wire benders, packaging lines, printers, and other industrial machine

Key features

• 3D-axis, synchronized axis, and single-axis motion control for executing complex trajectories
• Online generation of time-optimal trajectories for increased efficiency
• Jerk-limited motion profiles to reduce mechanical wear, vibration, and load impacts
• Operating System Abstraction Layer (OSAL) for cross-platform compatibility
• Bus Abstraction Layer (BUSAL) for integration with diverse hardware
• Multi-core CPU support for Intel and ARM architectures
• Easy integration with the EtherCAT network with our comprehensive in-house KPA EtherCAT Master Stack
• Complies with PLCopen standards as a voting member of the PLCopen Group
• Integrates with KPA Automation softPLC for intuitive control logic programming
• Extended capabilities due to two operating modes –
  Cyclic Synchronous Torque (CST) mode for centralized control
  Cyclic Synchronous Position (CSP) mode for decentralized control
• Motion blending for smooth transitions without intermediate stops
• Numerous PLCopen function blocks implemented (Parts 1, 4), covering single-axis control and coordinated multi-axis control
• Advanced transition modes between motion segments
• Effortless software-based gearing for linking slave axes to master axes,
• Cam profile implementation for facilitated slave axis control
• G-code interpretation support for facilitated CNC machines programming
• DXF file import for creating motion programs directly from the CAD-family software
• Continuous trajectory update feature for real-time adjustments
• Software-based axis limits configuration for enhanced safety
• Virtual axis support for development and testing with no physical hardware
• Belt axes with modulo positioning
• Real-time position lag monitoring