FAQ 235: Measure incremental encoder signal at low speed

Question

When calculating the angular velocity from an encoder signal at ‘low speed’ the result becomes imprecise. How can a better measurement result be achieved?

Answer

Tags
Date 2010-12-01
Product Type Compact Systems, Modular Systems
Hardware Type PHS Hardware, Off-the-Shelf Systems
Software Type Implementation Software
Product DS1104 R&D Controller Board, DS3001 Incremental Encoder Interface Board, RTI (Real-Time Interface)
Information Type Frequently Asked Questions
Information Category Working with
dSPACE Release 2023-A, 2022-B, 2022-A, 2021-B, 2021-A, 2020-B, 2020-A, 2019-B, 2019-A, 2018-B, 2018-A, 2017-B , 2017-A, 2016-B, 2016-A, 2015-B, 2015-A, 2014-B, 2014-A, 2013-B, 2013-A, Prior to 2013-A
Keywords incremental encoder interface, calculate speed, angular velocity, DS1401, DS1103 PPC Controller

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