Designer’s guide: Motor control and drivers
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The implementation of smart manufacturing in Industry 4.0 relies on high-efficiency motor solutions, with international efficiency standards such as IE3 and IE4 aiming to reduce energy consumption. Modern industrial motor solutions must be smart, connected, and equipped with advanced technologies like AI and machine learning to enable predictive maintenance and reduce downtime.
Motor control integrated circuits and motor drives are crucial for Industry 4.0. About 50% of global energy consumption is due to electric motors. International efficiency standards like IE3 and IE4 have been introduced to reduce energy use. As of July 2023, European regulations mandate that certain motors adhere to the IE4 standard. Modern motor solutions must be smart and connected, with features like predictive maintenance and remote control. Motor driver architecture is based on control logic, gate drivers, and power stages. Companies like Microchip Technology Inc. are developing high-voltage gate drivers for industrial motor control applications.
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