Lighter cable chains save energy

摘要

Dynamic cable management and the energy efficiency of machines: subjects that are not entirely unconnected, if the findings of cable chainrnspecialist, igus, are anything to go byrnEnergy chain systems not only transport power, data and control signals to machines, they also have a part to play in their overall energy efficiency. How much force is required at a given speed to move an energy chain? How light or stable can energy chains be made in order to carry out their purpose reliably with minimum energy consumption? Modern plastic energy chains are finding favour among machine builders because of their potential for minimising mechanical losses and hence improving the overall energy efficiency of the machine or system on which they are installed.