Systems and methods for sensing parameters on movers in linear motor systems

[0027]While only certain features of the invention have been illustrated and described herein, many modifications and changes will occur to those skilled in the art. It is, therefore, to be understood that the appended claims are intended to cover all such modifications and changes as fall within the true spirit of the invention.

[0028]Turning now to the drawings, and referring first to FIG. 1A, a transport system 10 as illustrated for moving articles or products around a track 12. As will be appreciated by those skilled in the art, in many applications, the transport system will be configured to inter-operate with other machines, robots, conveyers, control equipment, and so forth (not separately shown) in an overall automation, packaging, material handling or other application. The transport system itself generally comprises a “linear motor” system as discussed below, in which the moving components are positioned, accelerated, decelerated, and generally moved under the influence of con