Electromagnetic Eddy Current Brake: What Are They & How Do They Function?

The electromagnetic brake market is diverse. The single-face design is the most popular variant. Magnetic brakes work electrically yet manually transfer torque. Because of this, they were formerly known as Electromechanical clutches and brakes. EM began to be called electromagnetic rather than electromechanical, emphasizing their actuation approach instead of their physical operation. Almost seventy years ago, electromagnetic eddy current brakes first gained popularity. Since then, there have been many applications and brake designs, but the single-face electromagnetic brake's fundamental operation has remained the same. Operation A brake has only three primary components: the field, armature, and hub. Typically, the magnetic field is fastened to a stable object. Hence, the stopping torque is transferred into the field housing when the armature is drawn to the area, slowing the load. This can occur extremely quickly. However, the voltage or current given ...