Save 15% on “active” status Pololu-brand products using code MEMORIALDAY26

Active Magnetic Bearing: Tripod Floater v2.0

Posted by Ben on 1 February 2010

In this video, Meindert Norg from Norg Consulting demonstrates his active magnetic bearing, Tripod Floater. The closed-loop system uses three Pololu 18v15 high-power motor drivers as PWM amplifiers to power the magnetic coils that keep the module floating beneath the metal plate.

February, 2010 update: the Tripod Floater is now wireless:

Featured link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e-f_H68Rl4g

0 comments

Post a comment

Using your Pololu account allows you to customize your avatar and manage your comments; you can also post anonymously.

New Products

Pololu Digital Distance Sensor v2, 10cm, Side-Entry Connector
ISO6541F 4-Channel Digital Isolator Carrier, 3/1, Default Low, Functional Isolation
Motoron M3T453 Triple I²C Motor Controller with 0.1"-Pitch Through-Holes (No Headers)
Glideforce GF01-122110-1-66 Micro Linear Actuator with Limit Switches: 12V, 8.1kgf, 6mm/s, 100mm Stroke
5.3V, 6A Step-Down Voltage Regulator D42V55F5.3
Glideforce GF01-122110-2-66 Micro Linear Actuator with Feedback Potentiometer: 12V, 8.1kgf, 6mm/s, 100mm Stroke
Pololu RC Switch with Isolated Solid State Relay/Switch, SPST, 60V, 6A
JST PH-Style Cable with Female Pins for 0.1" Housings, 4-Pin, 12cm
MP6603 Stepper Motor Driver Carrier (Soldered Header Pins)
12V, 100mA Isolated Step-Up Voltage Regulator U5Z6F12
Log In
Pololu Robotics & Electronics
Shopping cart
(702) 262-6648
Same-day shipping, worldwide
Menu
Shop Blog Forum Support
My account Comments or questions? About Pololu Contact Ordering information Distributors