In: Mechanical Engineering
Each axis of a two-axis plotter utilises a stepper motor with 60 pulses per revolution. For each axis, the output is coupled to a lead screw with a 13:1 gear reduction and has a pitch = 0.9mm. The table is required to travel along a linear trajectory with neither axis exceeding a travel speed of 160mm/min. To achieve an incremental position of 310mm along the x-axis and 800mm along the y-axis, determine the motor speed required for the y-axis in Hz.