The transition of mobile machinery and off-highway equipment away from fossil fuels may be a long-term goal, but electrification is already delivering real benefits in the sector. By Tarek Bugaighis • Ewellix Is the era of the internal … [Read More...] about Ride the wave of electrification: Off-highway designs with linear actuators
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Ride the wave of electrification: Off-highway designs with linear actuators
What is a 7th axis (also known as an RTU) and when is it used?
Linear Cartesian and gantry robots are used extensively in automation, particularly for tasks such as pick and place and assembly. But for applications that require movements such as changing the … [Read More...] about What is a 7th axis (also known as an RTU) and when is it used?
Linear slide with maintenance-free voice coil motor features nanometer precision
PI extends its large offering of nanometer precise, fast focusing stages with the addition of its new V-308 nanopositioning slide for vertical applications providing 7 mm of Z-travel and 10 nm … [Read More...] about Linear slide with maintenance-free voice coil motor features nanometer precision
When does open-loop stepper control still make sense?
Stepper motors are inherently open-loop devices, able to make precise moves without feedback regarding motor position. But one of the drawbacks of using stepper motors in some applications is that if … [Read More...] about When does open-loop stepper control still make sense?
LINAK calculator takes the guesswork out of actuator lifetime prediction
LINAK is launching a B10 lifetime calculator, providing their customers with a valuable glimpse into the future when it comes to actuator service life. Predicting the lifespan of integrated actuators … [Read More...] about LINAK calculator takes the guesswork out of actuator lifetime prediction
Trends: More integration in linear motion designs
There are many intertwining trends driving developments in the broad field of linear motion systems – from the push for more integrated systems to new applications incorporating linear motion … [Read More...] about Trends: More integration in linear motion designs
Integrated motion designs see more electric actuators
Technology trends in electric actuator design continue from years past, influencing manufacturers offerings to designers. For instance, electric actuators are easier to specify and install, with more … [Read More...] about Integrated motion designs see more electric actuators
The benefits – and drawbacks – of linear motors for dynamic applications
Linear motors can achieve high acceleration rates and long travel lengths with good thrust forces and extremely high positioning accuracies, while other drive mechanisms, such as belts, screws, or … [Read More...] about The benefits – and drawbacks – of linear motors for dynamic applications
What’s the difference between a vertical lift stage and a Z axis actuator?
In many applications that require vertical motion, a Z axis actuator is combined with one or two horizontal axes in a Cartesian or gantry-style arrangement. In these multi-axis configurations, the … [Read More...] about What’s the difference between a vertical lift stage and a Z axis actuator?
Resilient pneumatics keep pace with changing demands
Pneumatic actuation has long been a tried-and-true motion method in many industries and applications. But today’s pneumatics companies are not your grandfather’s pneumatics – they are changing along … [Read More...] about Resilient pneumatics keep pace with changing demands
New linear actuator offered as alternative to pneumatic actuation
The new LDL25 Series Linear Actuator from SMAC has been designed as a cost-competitive alternative to pneumatics. A common trend in industrial automation is that users are looking for electric … [Read More...] about New linear actuator offered as alternative to pneumatic actuation
White paper guides semiconductor manufacturing machinery OEMs to prevent fab failures
A new white paper seeks to prevent fab failures before they start by detailing critical linear motion guidance for semiconductor manufacturing machinery OEMs and fab engineers. Reliable linear … [Read More...] about White paper guides semiconductor manufacturing machinery OEMs to prevent fab failures
How is an LVDT similar to a resolver?
Both LVDTs (linear variable differential transformers) and resolvers are measuring devices that convert displacement into an electrical signal. As its name implies, an LVDT is used for linear … [Read More...] about How is an LVDT similar to a resolver?
SCHNEEBERGER announces SFERAX Type H.L. linear ball bearing
SCHNEEBERGER Inc. has announced the availability of the new SFERAX Type H.L. linear ball bearing — featuring high-quality engineering at a competitive value point. Developed to support a linear … [Read More...] about SCHNEEBERGER announces SFERAX Type H.L. linear ball bearing
Ultrasonic sensors for linear position and distance measuring
In nature, some animals — such as bats and dolphins — analyze the echo of a sound or call (a process known as echolocation) to navigate or to find prey. In industrial applications, ultrasonic sensors … [Read More...] about Ultrasonic sensors for linear position and distance measuring
Haydon Kerk Pittman launches compact Z-Theta motion platform
As a world leader in compact linear motion systems, Haydon Kerk Pittman, a business unit of AMETEK Advanced Motion Solutions division, is pleased to announce the release of the new Z-Theta motion … [Read More...] about Haydon Kerk Pittman launches compact Z-Theta motion platform
