Servo Tuning for CNC: A Practical Engineering Guide
Servo Tuning in CNC Motion Control Written by: Nima Rad – Radonix Automation Company A servo drive or motor is considered properly tuned when it follows position and velocity commands quickly and accurately, without vibration, excessive noise, abnormal temperature rise, or exceeding allowable Following Error limits. In industrial CNC systems, tuning is fundamentally about stabilizing […]
Pulse Direction vs EtherCAT: 2 Proven CNC Motion Architectures
Pulse Direction vs EtherCAT (Network-Based Motion) in CNC Control Written by: Radonix R & D Team. When discussing CNC motion control, two terms are often mentioned: Pulse/Direction and EtherCAT. These are not competing “good vs bad” technologies. They are different motion command architectures, each designed for different machine requirements and system complexities. At Radonix, it […]
CAD/CAM Explained: From Design to CNC Production
What Is CAD/CAM and How Is It Used in Industry? Written by: Nima Rad CAD/CAM—often referred to in industry as “CADCAM” or informally “Codecam”—represents the integration of Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) into a single, continuous workflow. The goal is to move efficiently and reliably from idea → digital model → manufacturing program […]
Open-Source CNC Control: Why It Matters in Industry
Open-Source CNC Control Is About Transparency, Not Risk Written by: Radonix R & D Team What Does “Open-Source” Actually Mean? Open-source refers to software—and in some cases hardware architectures—whose internal logic, such as source code or system design, is accessible for inspection, extension, and integration under defined rules. Unlike closed or proprietary systems, open-source platforms […]
Future of CNC Controllers: Modular, Open, AI-Ready
Why the Future of CNC Controllers Is Shifting to Modular Platforms Written by: Radonix Engineering & Control Systems Team CNC controller technology is entering a new phase. Traditional closed, monolithic systems are gradually giving way to modular, open, and software-centric architectures that better align with Industry 4.0 requirements. This evolution is driven by the need […]
CNC Motion Control in the Future: Modular, Open, and AI-Driven Controllers
CNC Motion Control Is Changing: What OEMs Need to Plan For Written by: Radonix R & D Team CNC controller technology is entering a new phase. Traditional closed, monolithic systems are gradually giving way to modular, open, and software-centric architectures that better align with Industry 4.0 requirements. This evolution is driven by the need for […]
EtherCAT-Based CNC Systems: Backbone of Modern Modular CNC Control
From Monolithic Machines to Deterministic Modular CNC Design Written by: Radonix R&D Team – CNC Control Systems & Motion Architecture Modern CNC manufacturing is no longer defined by fixed, monolithic machines. Today’s production environments demand systems that are modular, scalable, and adaptable, capable of evolving alongside automation, software, and data-driven workflows. At the center of […]
EtherCAT CNC: The Future of Intelligent CNC Control with AI
Combining AI and EtherCAT: The Future of Intelligent CNC Control Written by: Radonix R&D Team Modern manufacturing no longer evaluates CNC systems on precision alone. Production environments now demand deterministic performance, architectural scalability, long-term reliability, and readiness for future technologies. At the center of this evolution is EtherCAT, a real-time industrial Ethernet protocol specifically designed […]
Modular CNC Controller Architecture: From Monolithic to Lego-Style Control
From Monolithic to Modular: Why CNC Controllers Need a Lego-Style Architecture Written by: Radonix Engineering & Control Systems Team Abstract Traditional CNC controllers are built as closed, monolithic systems where motion planning, kinematics, I/O, and hardware control are tightly bound into a single proprietary unit. While reliable, this design inherently limits flexibility, slows innovation, and […]
Linear Encoder vs Potentiometer: Choosing the Right Feedback Sensor for CNC
Selecting Between Linear Encoder Vs Potentiometer Written by: Mehdi Hassanzadeh, Content Specialist – Radonix When choosing between a linear encoder (linear scale) and a potentiometer, the first step is to clearly define the intended application: precise CNC axis position feedback, simple displacement measurement, or manual control and adjustment. In CNC and automation systems, these two […]