Need motion control for a video link antenna

[Steve123]

Up to 60 lb parabolic dish antenna.

Need 1 degree positioning accuracy (on 30 mi target).

Motor postioning signal from an ethernet or Rs232 connection.

We will send control signals (in required re-format of lat, long and elevation) converted to control motor positioning in azimuth and elevation of the dish.

Need rugged for out door use.

At close in ranges need motor speed to track target.

Like to have software control to implement/adjust [lead/lag, possibly implement signal tracking] on the fly.

any assistance appreciated ASAP. thxs/Steve

[Jochen]

A good solution for this application could be provided by PI.
They are experts in parallel kinematic solutions for outdoor use and they offer systems that meet exactly your needs. As they are a partner of National Instruments they have a good LabVIEW integration for their products.

You shoudl have a look at their astronomy and aerospace solutions

Regards,

Jochen
National Instruments Germany

[GabrielaK]

Dear Steve,
as we (PI) are experts in micro positioning systems your request looks very interesting to us. In order to explore which product of PI meets your needs best could you please provide your contact details? I think there is no "private message option" here on the board, but you could send an email to g.hamann@pi.ws, my colleague Gernot will contact you then as soon as possible. You can also select the PI office that is closest to your location on our homepage
http://www.physikinstrumente.de/offices/index.htm
There you can contact your local office directly.
Best regards,
Gabs