Nippon Pulse America Inc. now sells one of the smallest available linear motors for high-density applications — the L250SSS Linear Shaft Motor. It is a 25-mm-diameter linear servo motor with a single winding and our smallest available forcer – only 30mm in length, and with higher force than competing off-the-shelf motors. Its maximum usable stroke reaches to […]
Engineering and business for innovation at University of Michigan’s Tauber Institute
The University of Michigan’s Tauber Institute for Global Operations — a venture between the Ross School of Business and the College of Engineering — has announced its 2017 Team Projects. The 31 projects sponsored by 21 global firms were launched at Tauber’s annual Team Project Kickoff Dinner at the Ross School of Business. Business and engineering student […]
Heavier patients in medical settings means more automation to safely move them
In 2016, St. Luke’s of Sioux City, Iowa began investing in lifting equipment to prevent injuries and other medical mishaps during handling and transportation of patients. The problem is that in the U.S., around two-thirds of adults are obese — but only a few hospitals have adopted and implanted safe patient-handling programs to accommodate this issue. A report from Public Citizen from […]
Klüber Lubrication introduces customized lubricant for actuators
Klüber Lubrication, a worldwide manufacturer of specialty lubricants, has introduced Klübersynth BR 46-32 F and Klübersynth BR 46-82, a series of specialty lubricants for the lifetime lubrication of actuators, which match the service life requirements of the automotive industry. Actuators are power transmission elements that convert electrical signals into mechanical movement. However, for dependable actuator […]
Custom dovetail slides (and other linear components) from Gilman Precision
Gilman Precision sells myriad custom products with an array of size, accuracy range, and complexity variations. Gilman can tailor specific dimensions to given motion applications. For more data and information regarding customization options and assemblies, email sales@gilmanprecision.com. Dovetail slides for simple and cost-effective precision movement Base width is 1.00 to 36.00 in. and base length is to 200.00 in. long. Hardened-way slides for ruggedness […]
Compact captive stepper linear actuators from DINGS’ MOTION USA
DINGS’ MOTION USA is pleased to offer a new line of compact captive stepper linear actuators. These hybrid linear stepper actuators are available in Sizes NEMA 8 (21 mm), 11 (28 mm), 14 (35 mm), 17 (43 mm) and 23 (57 mm), and include an anti-rotation feature on the output shaft. The DINGS’ MOTION USA […]
Why use linear-induction motors — and could they drive Hyperloops one day?
Contributed FAQ courtesy H2W Technologies || Linear-induction motors work in applications that require rapid movement of large payloads. Linear-induction motors can output speeds to 1,800 in. per second (45 m/sec) or more … … and accelerations from 3 to 4 g. Standard LIMs can produce forces in the range of 720 lb (3,200 N) at a 3% duty cycle. […]
How do linear induction motors work?
Contributed FAQ courtesy H2W Technologies || Think of linear induction motors (LIMs) as rotary motors that have been cut and unrolled to generate linear instead of rotary motion. Linear induction motors are comprised of two parts, the primary and secondary, which interact with one another only when power is applied. Either the primary or the […]
Rexroth ball-screw assemblies increase service life by 80%
Bosch Rexroth now offers an 80% increase in the service life of its ball-screw assemblies thanks to continuously improved production processes. Design engineers can use smaller sizes for the same power requirements. Delivery times have also been shortened through the digitalization of engineering process, as well as optimized logistics. As a leading manufacturer of linear motion technology, […]
Miniature linear-positioning stage for single and multi-axis applications
The L-402 compact linear stage is the newest addition to the suite of motion control solutions available from Physik Instrumente. Delivering performance and reliability at minimized cost, this affordable miniature linear positioner is well-suited for micromanipulation, test systems, and opto-mechanical alignment automation applications. High travel accuracy — XY or XYZ combinations With a travel range of 1/2 in.(13 […]