Distributed drives for streamlined automation - IndraDrive Mi from Rexroth with drive-integrated Motion Logic

The advanced distributed IndraDrive Mi servo drives independently perform SPS and motion tasks based on IEC 61131-3 thanks to integrated IndraMotion MLD. One master drive controls up to nine slave drives in hard real time via the sercos automation bus. The automation also integrates Ethernet actuators and peripheral devices directly connected to the drives, allowing users to pre-assemble complete modules without control cabinets and thereby reducing necessary wiring by up to 85%.

The new Multi-Ethernet interface standardizes hardware independent of the command communication used. Configuration of the sercos, PROFINET IO (RT), EtherNet/IP, and EtherCAT communication protocols is executed exclusively via the software, giving machine manufacturers the flexibility to adapt pre-assembled series modules to individual machine versions with different communication architectures. A communication cord is all that is needed for connection to the superordinate control system or other modules.