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In this post, we'll explain the three forms of encoder resolution: native, interpolated and multiplication.   Read More »

A lot of times encoders are used to track motion, but in some cases encoders are the thing that moves first and the system responds. In this post we'll discuss how encoders can be used as a human machine interface.   Read More »

In this post, we'll discuss the most frequently used output types for absolute encoders. We'll start with the simplest, the analog voltage output. Then we'll move on to PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) outputs, and finish with serial communication interfaces.   Read More »

For rotary encoders, we measure accuracy in degrees, arcminutes or arcseconds. Such small units of measurement can be hard to visualize. In this post, we compare these measurements in relation to everyday objects to help you understand the relative size.   Read More »

In this post, we'll go over some of the basics of absolute encoders and how to create an encoder disk that generates unique, absolute positions.   Read More »

In this post we discuss how encoders can be used in everyone's favorite multi-prop flying objects.   Read More »

While we can't definitively tell you who created the first encoder, we can walk you through the early history of the industry and its key players.   Read More »

Learn the key differences between types of encoders.   Read More »

We have been researching the answer to that question for some time and although we have been able to gather some great information both from encoder manufacturers and my own research, at this point we do not have a definitive answer.   Read More »