Are there any general guidelines/algorithm to perform arc/circular motion?

[Jack Shaw]

My system consists of a PC with a IEEE488.2 from NI that connects to 2 Newport MM4006 controllers, which, in turn control a high-precision stage.

I would like to know if you can provide me with any guidance/algorithm to learn about programming arc/circular motion.

I learned that there is advanced feature not included in my version such as Draw Pictures and Draw circles under Pictures. Are these features merely for plotting on computer screen and NOT actually for commanding the controllers to physically build arc or circles.

Any advice or suggestion for arc or circular motion?

Thanks

[Randy Solomonson]

Hello-

It may help to examine some of the Newport instrument drivers at ni.com/idnet. The Newport website might have some suggestions as well.

Randy Solomonson
Application Engineer
National Instruments