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The Growing Need for Motion Control in AI Manufacturing Artificial Intelligence is no longer just a software revolution, it’s rapidly becoming a hardware one as well. Behind every breakthrough in machine learning or generative AI lies a backbone of advanced semiconductor hardware, GPUs, ASICs, neuromorphic processors, and optical interconnects. As demand surges, the pressure to…

Motion Control and Nano Imprint Lithography (Where Nanometers Matter Most) Nano imprint lithography is the cutting edge of high-resolution microfabrication, a technique where the smallest tolerances, finest features, and most demanding motion control requirements converge. In this environment, one thing is clear, conventional motion systems simply cannot deliver. At the heart of nano imprint lithography…

Allient Inc. to Present a New Generation of Drive Solutions at LogiMAT 2026 Buffalo, N.Y. – 19 March, 2026 – Allient Inc. (Nasdaq: ALNT) (“Allient” or the “Company”), a global designer and manufacturer of speciality Motion, Controls and Power products and solutions for targeted industries and applications, has today announced that it will showcase its…

Why EV Battery Production Relies on High-Speed Precision Motion The global surge in electric vehicle (EV) adoption has placed immense demand on battery manufacturers. To meet ambitious climate goals and consumer expectations, factories must produce more batteries, at higher speeds, without sacrificing quality or consistency. It’s a tall order. And the unsung hero enabling this…

Photonics for Energy-Efficient Data Centers: Why Precision Motion Will Be the Unsung Hero The world’s insatiable appetite for data has turned data centers into energy-consuming giants. With the growth of AI, cloud computing, and streaming, these facilities face a dual challenge, they must dramatically scale their processing capabilities while also reducing their environmental impact. And…

Evolution of Precision: From Stewart Platforms to Hybrid Hexapods While the traditional Stewart platform has long been the standard for achieving six degrees of freedom (6-DOF) in applications ranging from flight simulation to precision manufacturing, its parallel kinematic design often suffers from limited yaw rotation, accumulated motion errors, and a lack of passive stiffness. The…

Advanced Packaging Expansion: Why Motion Control is Becoming Strategic Infrastructure The next decade of semiconductor growth won’t be defined only by smaller transistors, it will be won on the packaging line. Forecasts point to the packaging market expanding from $50B in 2025 to nearly $120B by 2034, propelled by AI, high-performance computing (HPC), and advanced…

Types of Motors Used in Drones In a previous blog, we highlighted the main applications for motors in drones. In this article, we examine the types of motors used in drone systems. For a detailed overview, you can download our engineering guide to motors for drone systems here. Most drone propulsion systems use brushless DC (BLDC)…

Motion Control for Micro-Printing & Micro-Dispensing: When Every Micron Matters Micro-printing and micro-dispensing are redefining what’s possible in electronics, photonics, life sciences, and advanced packaging. But achieving clean line edges, uniform film thickness, and accurate droplet placement at production speed is impossible without exceptional motion control. When features are measured in microns and droplets in…

Brushless Motors: What’s the Big Difference? Are you considering a brushless motor for your application? Are you confused by the offerings of “brushless DC motor,” “brushless servo motor,” and “brushless torque motor”? If so, then read on for an explanation of what we mean by these terms and help with choosing the right type. Let’s…

Smart Metrology: Decision-Led Data For Semiconductor & Life Sciences, If Motion Can Be Trusted “Smart Metrology” reframes measurement as a decision system, not a task. Using large datasets, uncertainty models, and tighter traceability, manufacturers convert raw readings into validated actions that improve yield, shorten cycles, and reduce risk. The promise is real, but it comes…

What Really Determines Drone Performance Starts Inside the Motor The global drone market is growing rapidly across defense, aerospace, security, and industrial sectors. As platforms evolve and mission demands increase, the motor has become a defining factor in endurance, control, and reliability. In this interview, Robert Mastromattei, Chief Commercial Officer at Allient Inc., shares expert…

5 Ways Medical Motors Are Improving Our Lives Surgical robots, powered prosthetic limbs and exoskeletons, handheld precision surgical handpieces and even consumer CPAP machines are some of the modern medical marvels that are helping an increasing number of people achieve mobility, function and better health. These technologically advanced medical products have become a reality in…

Where Motors Are Used in Drones The drone market is rapidly evolving as new technologies and applications continue to emerge. In today’s blog, we explore some of the main applications for motors in drone systems. For a more in-depth overview, you can download our engineering guide to motors for drone systems here. Motors are used…

ThruSight-Focus by Allient: Precision from Every Angle As imaging and processing technologies become more complex and space-constrained, motion control platforms must evolve, not only in precision, but also in accessibility and integration flexibility. Allient’s innovation, ThruSight-Focus, redefines the boundaries of XYZ motion by enabling true dual-sided access while maintaining nanometer-level precision and high-speed performance. Designed…

The Role of Advanced Motion Control in Additive Manufacturing Additive manufacturing (AM) has revolutionized how parts are designed and produced, shifting from traditional subtractive techniques to a layer-by-layer approach. This shift has enabled complex geometries, minimized waste, accelerated prototyping, and fostered customization. Once considered solely a prototyping tool, AM has evolved into a production technology…

Allient Inc. Releases New Whitepaper on Motor Selection for Drone Systems Buffalo, N.Y. – 10 February, 2026 – Allient Inc. (Nasdaq: ALNT) (“Allient” or the “Company”), a global designer and manufacturer of speciality Motion, Controls, Power and lightweighting composite / advanced materials products and solutions for targeted industries and applications, has today announced the publication of…

How Motion Control Puts the Robo in Robotics Robotics, whether for mobile applications or not, depends greatly upon motion control technology. From the Roomba vacuum cleaner (a mobile application) to the DaVinci surgical robot system (a non-mobile application), motion control is required to move any robotic application. The word robotics implies a fully functioning system…

Ben Vespone Appointed as Director of Engineering at Allient Rochester Buffalo, N.Y. – 4 February, 2026 – Allient Inc. (Nasdaq: ALNT) (“Allient” or the “Company”), a global designer and manufacturer of speciality Motion, Controls and Power products and solutions for targeted industries and applications, has today announced the appointment of Ben Vespone as Director of…

Robot Joint Design for the New Designer The new age of robotics and automation is here. The world can no longer rely on low-cost labor, or low-cost labor regions, to do mundane tasks. People have evolved intelligently to the point where it is easier to use new technologies for communication and social networking to get…

Allient Inc. to Attend UAV Technology USA 2026 Buffalo, N.Y. – 28 January, 2026 – Allient Inc. (Nasdaq: ALNT) (“Allient” or the “Company”), a global designer and manufacturer of speciality Motion, Controls, Power and lightweighting composite / advanced materials products and solutions for targeted industries and applications, has today announced it will attend UAV Technology…

Is Torque Output Enough to Select a Motor? Torque output at the desired speed is the mechanical power required. This mechanical power output is widely used to define the requirements for almost any motor-driven system. The torque output from any motor depends on three main things. Electrical power input. Any controller or driver that may…

Application Examples of Air Core Axial Flux Motors Introduction There are many choices when it comes to motor architectures, so how do you know what type of motor to choose for your application? This article will describe some common application examples of where Air-core, Axial Flux motors have a unique value. Gimbals Air-core, Axial Flux…

Allient Inc. to Demonstrate Precision Motion Systems at SPIE Photonics West 2026 Buffalo, N.Y. – 14 January, 2026 – Allient Inc. (Nasdaq: ALNT) (“Allient” or the “Company”), a global designer and manufacturer of speciality Motion, Controls and Power products and solutions for targeted industries and applications, has today announced that it will present its precision…

Effective Motor Constant Many motor specifications define how a brushless DC motor will perform, but only one allows a true motor to motor comparison of torque, associated power dissipation and temperature rise. That specification is the motor constant (Km). The units of the motor constant are Nm per square root of watts dissipated in the…

Why Is Km So Important for Robotics Applications? For certain applications, a motor’s Km is critical to defining motor output for the amount of heat generated. These applications are robotic joints, gimbals, fine positioning systems, and low voltage applications.  Km is not as useful in power transmission applications that are constantly running at higher motor…

Selecting Motors for Robots with Tight Thermal Constraints Ok, you are selecting a motor and you click around. There are plenty of motors with 1 NM of torque at 1000 rpm you require. Pick the one that is available and has the best combination of size, weight, features, and price. Wait, is it that simple?…

Are There Motors Specific to Robots and Cobots? Robot Motor Like most applications, early embodiments usually include available components from existing sources. As applications and processes improve the robot becomes more refined and in tune with the end process. For example, a robot for robotic surgery will differ greatly from a collaborative robot for picking…

How to Select a Motor for a Robot Joint Today’s robot joints have highly integrated motors, encoders, gearing solutions, and sometimes brakes. It is common to use a direct drive frameless torque motor kit coupled to a precision high ratio gear system. While these two terms “direct drive” and “precision gear” tend to conflict, the…

Performance Benefits of Air Core Axial Flux Motors Introduction Axial Flux motor architecture is a form of rotary actuation that delivers torque in a non-traditional form factor. Unlike radial flux motors, where coils run in line, or parallel with the rotation axis, axial flux coils sit perpendicular to the axis of rotation, and when combined…

A Guide to Custom Motors The term Custom Motor has many meanings. Let’s start with a definition of some terms to make this easier. Custom Motor is typically a motor that has unique features and performance specific to the application and this set of requirements is not available when the project is started. Many custom…

Allient Inc. To Present Next-Generation Motion Technologies at SPS 2025 Buffalo, N.Y. – 19 November, 2025 – Allient Inc. (Nasdaq: ALNT) (“Allient” or the “Company”), a global designer and manufacturer of speciality Motion, Controls and Power products and solutions for targeted industries and applications, has today announced that it will showcase its versatile Pyxmos™ Module…

Gimbal Motor Gimbals can be found on unmanned vehicles, telescopes, satellites, ground communications systems, infrared communications systems, lidar systems, security monitoring systems, and many more mobile and static platforms. Anytime you wish to provide rotation and elevation (pan and tilt), some form of a gimbal is required. A gimbal is a two-axis motion system where…

Allient Inc. to Showcase Advanced Industrial I/O and Power Solutions at Rockwell Automation Fair 2025 Buffalo, N.Y. – 14 November, 2025 – Allient Inc. (Nasdaq: ALNT) (“Allient” or the “Company”), a global designer and manufacturer of specialty Motion, Controls, and Power products and solutions for targeted industries and applications, has today announced it will present…

Challenges for Motors Operating in Vacuum Environments Allient specializes in the design and manufacture of Vacuum-Rated Motors and Actuators for Semiconductor Equipment, Medical Devices, Precision Optical Systems, and Space Equipment (down to 10^-9 Torr). Traditional motors, actuators, and their electronic controllers are not compatible with vacuum environments without major design and material changes. There are…

Electric & Frameless Motors What Is An Electric Motor? It is an electromagnetic machine that creates torque or force through a combination of electromagnetism and sometimes (but not always) permanent magnets. If you don’t consider holding everything together and providing some output (shaft) to drive a load, then it is only the electromagnetic components, rotor…

Vacuum Compatibility and Why It Matters Vacuum applications present a unique set of challenges for electromagnetic actuation. Brushless DC motors, whether rotary or linear, are composed of materials and built by processes that do not readily make them vacuum compatible. When considering a motion system requiring vacuum, partnering with a trusted motor/motion system supplier, with…

Allient Inc. Launches Pyxmos™ Servo Drive: Flexible, High-Speed Motion Control for OEM Innovation Rochester, N.Y. – 29 October, 2025 – Allient Rochester (formerly ORMEC Systems) has today announced the launch of the Pyxmos™ Servo Drive, engineered specifically for OEMs seeking maximum flexibility, performance, and integration in their motion systems. Designed with a compact footprint and advanced…

Aligning Magnet Track Segments This blog provides instructions for the proper spacing and alignment of multiple magnet track segments with even numbers of magnet pairs. Contact our Solutions Center for guidance in aligning tracks with odd numbers of magnet pairs or if tracks with even and odd magnet pairs are combined. Background Allient linear motors…

Allient Linear Motors Allient ironless brushless linear motors deliver best-in-class precision, power density, quality, and performance. Allient has three standard motor profiles customized for Original Equipment Manufacturers worldwide. Our engineers can help select the best Allient linear motor for the most demanding applications including Electronic Assembly and Test, Metrology, Semiconductor Processing, Precision Machining, Life Sciences,…

Allient Inc. to Demonstrate Cutting-Edge Solutions for Defense Technology at AUSA 2025 Buffalo, N.Y. – 9 October, 2025 – Allient Inc. (Nasdaq: ALNT) (“Allient” or the “Company”), a global designer and manufacturer of speciality Motion, Controls and Power products and solutions for targeted industries and applications, has today announced it will present its electrification, precision motion…

Allient Update on Global Capabilities to Advance Drone Market Solutions  Buffalo, N.Y. – 7 October 2025 – Allient Inc. (Nasdaq: ALNT) (“Allient” or the “Company”), a global designer and manufacturer of specialty Motion, Controls and Power products and solutions for targeted industries and applications, today announced its expanded capabilities and commitment to the drone market.…

What is a Torque Motor? LS Series Torque Motor Torque motor is a term that has been created to describe a motor that will be used mainly for torque control in a precision system. Many of these systems move in very small increments and limited angles of rotation and the motor could be holding position…

Allient Inc. to Support FGCU’s Golisano Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Initiative Buffalo, N.Y. – 2 October, 2025 – Allient Inc. (Nasdaq: ALNT) (“Allient” or the “Company”), a global designer and manufacturer of speciality Motion, Controls and Power products and solutions for targeted industries and applications, today announced that Steve Warzala, President of Allient Defense, Chief Growth…

Direct Drive – An Engineer’s Guide Direct Drive has seen a rebirth in awareness and new applications over the past 20 years. Driving a shaft directly is really nothing new and has been done for over 100 years. What has changed is the types of motors used for the application and the types of motor…

Allient Milwaukee (formerly TCI) is Powering the Future of Water Infrastructure! We’re excited to announce that Allient Power products and technologies, will be highlighted in two upcoming water industry events this July – showcasing our commitment to cleaner power and smarter infrastructure across sectors. GAWP One Water Exhibition📍 Savannah, GA🗓 July 14-15, 2025📍 Booths 227 & 326 (with our rep partner,…

Darrell Paul Joins Allient Rochester as Director of Business Development and Strategy Buffalo, N.Y. – 9 July, 2025 – Allient Inc. (Nasdaq: ALNT) (“Allient” or the “Company”), a global designer and manufacturer of speciality Motion, Controls and Power products and solutions for targeted industries and applications, has today announced the appointment of Darrell Paul as…

Why Sensor Resolution Matters More Than You Think in Vibration Control In high-precision motion control systems like those used in semiconductor lithography, optical inspection, or precision manufacturing, the terms “sensor resolution” and “servo bandwidth” are often tossed around interchangeably, sometimes even confused as being functionally synonymous. But they’re not. And understanding the difference between the…

Precision On Your Terms – The Case for Customer-Driven Motion Solutions A Case Study of Customer Driven Precision By Mark D. Holcomb, Director of Product Management In precision motion control, the industry has often fallen into a familiar trap, assuming that more precision is always the answer. Nanometer-level accuracy? Great – but not every application needs it.…

Allient Inc. Announces Expansion to Allied Motion SA Axial Flux Motor Series Sacramento, CA – 11 June, 2025 – Allient Inc. (Nasdaq: ALNT) (“Allient” or the “Company”), a global designer and manufacturer of precision and speciality Motion, Controls and Power products and system solutions for targeted industries and applications, has today announced the expansion of…

Allient Inc. Announces Unified Brand Identity Across Global Technology Units Buffalo, N.Y. – 21 May, 2025 – Allient Inc. (Nasdaq: ALNT) (“Allient” or the “Company”), a global designer and manufacturer of precision and speciality Motion, Controls and Power products and solutions for targeted industries and applications, is proud to announce the next phase of its…

Allied Motion, an Allient Company to Present Advanced Motor Technologies for Robotics & Automation at Automate Trade Show Buffalo, N.Y. – 5 May, 2025 – Allient Inc. (Nasdaq: ALNT) (“Allient” or the “Company”), a global designer and manufacturer of precision and speciality Motion, Controls and Power products and system solutions for targeted industries and applications,…

Allient’s Latest Motor Innovations at Robotics Summit & Expo Allient is excited to participate in the upcoming Robotics Summit & Expo on April 30 – May 1 at the Boston Convention Center. If you are attending, be sure to stop by our booth #517 to explore our new product lines and learn how they can…

Driving Innovation in Digital Pathology with Precision Motion Control Systems The world of pathology is undergoing a seismic shift. Traditionally, pathologists have relied on physical glass slides, manually inspecting tissue samples under a microscope – a process that is time-intensive, highly specialized, and geographically limited. However, digital pathology is changing the game. By digitizing tissue…

Allient’s Guide to Motor Technologies and Architectures Motor Terminology Cogging Torque Cogging torque is a torque disturbance related to the change magnetic circuit reluctance with angle. It is caused by the non-uniform lamination tooth structure. It is customary to skew stator laminations or magnets to minimize the effects of cogging, but it is difficult to…

New EtherCAT Motion Controller and Servo Drive Series: SMLC-e Multi-Axis Motion Controller and EC Series EtherCAT Servo Drive Allient Rochester (formerly ORMEC Systems) announces the SMLC-e multi-axis motion controller with EtherCAT and the EC Series EtherCAT servo drive, the latest additions to its Servo Control Solutions product line. These new solutions offer enhanced performance and…

Allient Creates Machining Center of Excellence at Dothan, Alabama Facility BUFFALO, N.Y., February 3, 2025 — Allient Inc. (Nasdaq: ALNT) (“Allient” or the “Company”), a global designer and manufacturer of precision and specialty Motion, Controls and Power products and solutions for targeted industries and applications, today announced that consistent with its strategy to “Simplify to…

Allied Motion | an Allient Company: The Global Leader in Frameless Torque Motor Solutions Frameless torque motors have surged in popularity over the last two decades, becoming the go-to choice for applications demanding precision and reliability. These motors are widely utilized in gimbals, surgical robots, turrets, direct drive stages, antenna positioning systems, general-purpose automation, space…

Understanding High-Voltage Drive Systems for Electric Vehicles High-voltage drive systems are key to managing power flow between the battery and electric motors in electric vehicles (EVs), offering higher efficiency, reduced energy losses, and support for more powerful motors. These systems, operating between 300-800 volts DC, enhance vehicle performance with benefits like longer driving ranges, faster…

Introducing the Electroflux Series: Revolutionizing Precision and Power for Advanced Robotics Buffalo, NY – September 18, 2024 – Allient Inc., a leader in innovative motion, controls and power solutions, proudly announces the launch of the Allied Motion Electroflux Series, a groundbreaking line of motors designed to meet the rigorous demands of modern robotics and advanced…

Buffalo, NY – August 23, 2024 – Today marks the one-year anniversary of our transformation from Allied Motion to Allient and our ticker change to ALNT on Nasdaq. This milestone reflects our evolution from a products-based business focused on motion control to a comprehensive solutions-oriented company specializing in Motion, Controls, and Power technologies. The name Allient is more than just a rebranding; it embodies our commitment to innovation and our dedication to leading the future of integrated solutions. Over the past year, we’ve embraced significant changes that have reinforced our focus on excellence, driving growth, and expanding our capabilities.

Allient's journey to ISO-26262 certification is a testament to the company’s dedication to automotive functional safety. By embracing rigorous standards and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, Allient not only enhances the safety and quality of its products but also strengthens its position in the competitive vehicle market. The commitment and collaboration displayed throughout this project set a new benchmark for excellence and innovation in functional safety.

Allied Motion Introduces EnduraMax 75i Brushless Motor with Integral Drive: 75 mm Motordrive Unit for Maximum Torque, Speed, and Positioning Control Amherst, NY – Allied Motion Technologies has introduced the EnduraMax 75i Series, a 75 mm diameter brushless DC motor with an all-digital integrated drive. The compact, high power density EnduraMax 75i is capable of controlling torque,…

Allied Motion Introduces KinetiMax 95 HPD High Power Density Brushless Motors Amherst, NY – Allied Motion Technologies has introduced the KinetiMax 95 High Power Drive (HPD), an outer-rotor brushless motor. This frameless parts set motor is designed to maximize power density for its volume with a nominal output torque of 2 Nm at 2300 RPM, resulting…

New SWS Steering Wheel Sensor for Warehouse Trucks Compact, integrated steering wheel sensor with adjustable steering feel (haptic) and CAN bus Amherst, NY – Allied Motion Technologies has introduced the SWS Steering Wheel Sensor, a compact steer-by-wire steering wheel feedback sensor designed specifically for warehouse vehicles like reach, counterbalance, and lift trucks. Steering wheels can be mounted…

Allied Motion Introduces New Generation Electric Power Steering Systems Compact, integrated steering for all sizes of warehouse and autonomous vehicles Amherst, NY – Allied Motion Technologies has introduced the electric power steering (EPS) series for steer-by-wire warehouse vehicles, autonomous AGVs, and similar material transport vehicles needing a robust electric steering solution. The EPS series is a compact, fully-integrated…

Allied Motion Introduces the EHS Series: Electrohydraulic Pump Drive Motors with Integrated Drive Electronics for Power Steering in Buses and Trucks Amherst, NY – Allied Motion Technologies introduces the new EHS series, compact brushless hydraulic pump motors with integrated drive electronics designed to directly drive electrohydraulic pumps on large trucks, buses, and other commercial vehicles. They are available in…

Allied Motion Introduces Globe Line of Mil-Spec PMDC Motor and Planetary Gear Motors Amherst, NY – Allied Motion Technologies announces the Globe line of mil-spec-qualified fractional horsepower PMDC motors and gear motors. These motors are available off-the-shelf or on short lead time through Allied’s QuickShip program. Modified versions – with specially machined mounting provisions, holding brakes, tachometers and/or encoders…

Allied Motion Expands Line of Frameless Megaflux™ Direct Drive Torque Motors Smaller sizes added to accommodate wider range of OEM applications Amherst, NY – Allied Motion Technologies announces the addition of smaller frame sizes to its line of MegafluxTM Frameless Direct Drive Torque Motors. Motors are now available in sizes ranging from 60 to 792 mm in outside…

New HeiMotion Premium Brushless Servo Motor Delivers High Torque, Speed and Flexibility in a Compact Package Amherst, NY – Allied Motion Technologies introduces the HeiMotionTM Premium (HMP) brushless AC servo motor family. HeiMotion is available in five metric frame sizes with rated torque from 0.12 up to 14.4 Nm, and continuous shaft power from 50…

Fully-Integrated Powered Wheel Drives with Steering Amherst, NY – Allied Motion Technologies introduces the WheelMaxTM Steering Series wheel drive assemblies. WheelMax Steering Drives are fully-integrated, electrically-powered traction wheels with on-board steering systems for electric vehicles. Each WheelMax Steering Drive combines a traction wheel with tire, epicyclic gearbox, robust steering gear and bearing system, and two…

Allied Motion Introduces KinetiMax 42 EB Brushless DC Motor with Integrated Drive Amherst, NY – Allied Motion Technologies introduces the KinetiMax 42 EB, a 42-mm diameter outer rotor, brushless DC motor with an integrated drive. Extremely compact, the KinetiMax 42 has a robust bearing system capable of handling high side loads. It has a minimum…

Wireless Electric Planters Optimize Crop Yield Agriculture is among the first American industries – and a vital livelihood for more than just farmers. The United States currently has over 2 million farms covering an area of 900 million acres, with a large portion of that being corn: the most widely produced feed grain. The U.S.…

High-Performance, High-Speed Motor Breathes Life into Ventilators and Respirators New motor technology has changed the way modern ventilators and respirators are designed, making them quieter, more compact and more efficient. Ventilators provide temporary ventilatory support or respiratory assistance to patients in medical settings, often in critical care situations. Reliability and low audible noise generation are…