The Lockout/Tagout Procedure
By Terry Bartelt
Learners follow the seven steps involved in the lockout/tagout procedure. This activity has video content demonstrating the safety measures.
The Current Limiting Circuit
Learners examine the circuitry in a DC variable speed drive that protects the rectifier diodes and motor windings from being damaged due to excessive current.
The Dynamic Response of a Closed-Loop System
Learners examine the factors that contribute to the delays in the response time throughout a closed-loop system.
PLC Sinking Input Modules
In this animated object, learners examine how to wire field devices to a PLC sinking input module.
PLC Counter Operation
By Terry Bartelt, Tom Yapp
Learners examine the two methods used by programmable logic controllers to perform a counting operation using addition or counter instructions. A brief quiz completes the activity.
A Timer-On Application
In this interactive object, learners view a practical application of a PLC Timer-On function.
Interlocking Ladder Diagrams (Screencast)
Learners examine how a ladder logic circuit becomes latched when a normally open pushbutton is momentarily pressed.
Capacitive Proximity Sensors
In this animated object, learners examine the operation of a capacitive proximity sensor. A brief quiz completes the activity.
Converting Between Gray and Binary Codes
Learners follow steps to convert numbers from Gray code to binary code. They then view steps to change binary values to Gray code numbers.
Understanding and Writing Pseudocode: The Basics
By Jason Vosters
In this activity you'll explore how flowchart programs can be converted into pseudocode programming.
The Relationship of Data File Addresses to I/O Modules
In this animated learning object, students examine the addresses of PLC elements and how they pertain to I/O connections and internal memory files.
The Closed-Loop Velocity Servo System
In this animated object, learners examine the operation of a closed-loop system that maintains the speed of a conveyer belt as heavy boxes are placed or removed.
Single-Phase Motors: Introduction to Phase-Splitting
By Terry Bartelt, Terry Fleischman
Learners will understand how the interaction of the armature magnetic field and the rotating stator field cause the rotor of a single-phase AC motor to turn.
Synchronous Speed of an AC Motor
In this animated and interactive object, learners study the synchronous rotational speed of the magnetic field created by the stator of an AC Motor.
One-Shot PLC Operation
Learners view an animation showing the one-shot operation of a programmable logic controller.
The Variable Reluctance Stepper Motor (Screencast)
Learners view colorful animations showing the operation of a VR stepper motor.
Axis Modes
By cebery
The learner will gain an understanding of the modes of axis movement for successful robot programming.
Voltage Regulation of a Zener Diode
The learner will understand how a zener diode maintains a constant voltage as the resistance values of a load change.
Ladder Logic Schematic Symbol Flashcards
By John Rosz, Terry Fleischman
This interactive object is designed to help learners memorize the schematic symbols used in ladder logic diagrams. Learners quiz themselves using electronic flashcards.
Integral Contol Mode Application
In this animated object, learners examine the operation of a robot using the integral control mode to overcome a steady state.
Labeling DC Motor Connections
Learners examine the connections of a DC motor and how the terminals are labeled. A matching exercise completes the learning object.
Slow PLC Scan Time
In this animated object, learners study the problems that develop if the scan time of a PLC is too slow.
Ultrasonic Sensors (Screencast)
In this animated activity, learners examine the operation of an ultrasonic sensor and the procedure to perform zero and span adjustments. A brief quiz completes the object.
PLC Software Circuit Capabilities
In this animated object, learners examine how to use a programmable logic controller as an alternative to hardwiring a ladder logic circuit.
Applying the Motor Voltage
In this animated lesson, learners examine the rectifier circuitry in a DC variable speed drive that supplies the voltages to the field coil and armature.