Many machines have motion confined to one dimension where a linear measurement systems is required to provide feedback to the controller. A linear encoder is one type of linear measurement device. To see the full selection of linear measurement devices from ASM, please see the following links: Magnetostrictive Position Sensors Magnetic Scale Position Sensors Cable Actuated Position Sensors
Many machines have motion confined to one dimension where a linear measurement systems is required to provide feedback to the controller. A linear encoder is one type of linear measurement device.