raspberry pi simulink rotational stage

Dear all,

I want to create a raspberry pi controlled rotational stage using simulink.

The rotational stage should rotate continuously, and stop for 2 seconds at 4 predetermined angles. I want to create the embedded software with simulink and then just let it run for life on the raspberry pi.

My question: What are the things I should learn to successfully complete this mini-project?

I have excellent Matlab programming knowledge, basic simulink knowledge but little to no knowledge about electronics.

If you have no idea about what I mean with a rotational stage: this is what I would be able to control using the raspberry pi: http://www.newport.com/Motorized-Rotation-Stages/5681142/1033/category.aspx

many thanks,

Geert

[Geert]

here is how to do it with the arduino: http://www.element14.com/community/groups/arduino/blog/2014/07/31/control-servo-motors-using-an-arduino-and-simulink