The demand for hand-held surgical power tools continues to grow due to significant surgical procedure backlogs and rising calls for elective and cosmetic surgeries. Where hospital administrators are under pressure to manage their costs, manufacturers are being challenged to produce tools that can be re-used, typically requiring them to withstand … [Read More...] about Autoclavable brushless dc motors power advances in surgical power tools
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Using motion controls in autonomous robotics -
Miles Budimir
Acromag adds stepper motor controller to family of modules with multi-protocol communication -
Mike Santora
Fast set-up of motor control systems from igus with no lengthy programming -
Rachael Pasini
Allient expands its Allied Motion SA Axial Flux Motor series
Acromag adds stepper motor controller to family of modules with multi-protocol communication
Acromag now offers a stepper motor controller in their BusWorks NT Series of Ethernet I/O modules. The new NT2710 module provides six pulse … [Read More...] about Acromag adds stepper motor controller to family of modules with multi-protocol communication
PI unveils motion solutions at LASER World of PHOTONICS
At the 2025 LASER World of PHOTONICS in Munich, Germany, PI will present its latest precision motion solutions designed for industrial applications. … [Read More...] about PI unveils motion solutions at LASER World of PHOTONICS
Rollon marks 50 years with new facility opening in Michigan
Rollon, a provider of linear motion technology and a Timken company, has opened a new 13,600-square-metre manufacturing facility in Norton Shores, … [Read More...] about Rollon marks 50 years with new facility opening in Michigan
Controller/drive features FOC and sensorless control
The new N6 from Nanotec is a compact and powerful controller/drive for stepper motors (NEMA 14 to 34) and BLDC motors up to NEMA 23. With … [Read More...] about Controller/drive features FOC and sensorless control
Allient expands its Allied Motion SA Axial Flux Motor series
Allient recently announced the expansion of its Allied Motion SA Series Axial Flux Motors with a new 63.5 mm O.D. size variant. These motors are … [Read More...] about Allient expands its Allied Motion SA Axial Flux Motor series
PICMA Plus piezo actuators offer extended displacement range
PI has introduced the new PICMA Plus actuators, expanding the capabilities of its PICMA piezo stack actuator series. While the standard PICMA … [Read More...] about PICMA Plus piezo actuators offer extended displacement range
New motors, gearhead, and encoders with 16-mm diameter from FAULHABER
With a new size of the SXR motors, the powerful motor of the new GXR family, the high-precision encoder and the matching gearhead, FAULHABER presents … [Read More...] about New motors, gearhead, and encoders with 16-mm diameter from FAULHABER
SSEAC subsea actuator provides precise flow control on the seabed
The SSEAC is a new electromechanical subsea actuator from Wittenstein Motion Control (WMC) for actuating choke and other valves in subsea … [Read More...] about SSEAC subsea actuator provides precise flow control on the seabed
Using motion controls in autonomous robotics
A new autonomous mobile robot (AMR) employs a precision controller-drive to accurately mark construction sites with building details. By Chuck … [Read More...] about Using motion controls in autonomous robotics
PI releases V-781 XY stage series for precision motion systems
PI has introduced the V-781 XY Stage series for use in high-performance motion systems. Designed as a monolithic, single-module XY stage rather than a … [Read More...] about PI releases V-781 XY stage series for precision motion systems
Controllers from maxon impart smooth motion thanks to Hall-sensor feedback
New ESCON2 series of maxon servo controllers with CANopen and I/O commanding achieves a new level of smoothness, dynamics, and precision in machines … [Read More...] about Controllers from maxon impart smooth motion thanks to Hall-sensor feedback
Titanium Maestro multi-axis motion controller controls up to 256 axes
Modern packaging processes are highly automated, fast, and require precise coordination between various machine components. Multi-axis motion … [Read More...] about Titanium Maestro multi-axis motion controller controls up to 256 axes
LMCA linear motors introduced for precision laser cutting
UNIMOTION has introduced the LMCA series for industrial motion applications that require precision and power, such as direct drive laser cutting. The … [Read More...] about LMCA linear motors introduced for precision laser cutting
Compact piezo stages with bi-phase motors offer 10 nm resolution
PI introduces the B-421 BIX nanopositioning stages, compact and precise linear positioning systems designed for applications that require reliable and … [Read More...] about Compact piezo stages with bi-phase motors offer 10 nm resolution
Day 1: New technologies at Automate 2025
In addition to presentations and technical sessions, several dozen companies have announced new technologies at this year’s Automate Show. Some of … [Read More...] about Day 1: New technologies at Automate 2025
Festo showing multi-axis positioning systems at Automate
Festo is showcasing at Automate 2025 its most innovative automation solutions, including multi-axis positioning systems. Festo positioning systems can … [Read More...] about Festo showing multi-axis positioning systems at Automate
Rollon marks 50 years of innovation with global expansion
Rollon, a provider of linear motion solutions, marks its 50th anniversary. Established in 1975 in a small workshop in Northern Italy, the company has … [Read More...] about Rollon marks 50 years of innovation with global expansion
New brushless slotless motor for industrial power tools from Portescap
Portescap’s latest innovation for the industrial power tools market is the 40EC-Pro PowerTool (PT) brushless slotless motor. This motor comes in two … [Read More...] about New brushless slotless motor for industrial power tools from Portescap
PI releases V-308 stage with 10-nm motion resolution
PI has released the V-308 vertical nanopositioning stage, designed to provide 7 mm of Z-axis travel with 10-nanometer incremental motion. The system … [Read More...] about PI releases V-308 stage with 10-nm motion resolution
Renishaw RCS products for industrial automation, rugged encoders featured at Automate 2025
Industrial automation is increasingly playing a significant role across multiple sectors, as robotics, control systems and flexible lines are used to … [Read More...] about Renishaw RCS products for industrial automation, rugged encoders featured at Automate 2025
Two new miniature absolute encoders join US Digital’s lineup
US Digital announced the launch of two new miniature absolute encoders: the MAE4 and the MA4. The MAE4 is a kit-style encoder designed to mount … [Read More...] about Two new miniature absolute encoders join US Digital’s lineup
Updates to helical worm gear units offer wider power range
NORD DRIVESYSTEMS has announced an enhancement of their UNICASE Helical Worm Gear unit series that will provide additional torque without modifying … [Read More...] about Updates to helical worm gear units offer wider power range
POSITAL adds new connectivity, housing options for TILTIX inclinometers
POSITAL is extending its family of TILTIX inclinometers by adding Deutsch DTM connectors as a new interface option. “TILTIX tilt sensors are notable … [Read More...] about POSITAL adds new connectivity, housing options for TILTIX inclinometers
Analyzing and addressing cam-follower skidding in rotary applications
Here, we detail what causes skidding in rotary systems. Then we analyze single and double-roller cam follower designs. By Georg Bartosh • President … [Read More...] about Analyzing and addressing cam-follower skidding in rotary applications
Partnering for success in developing robotic solutions
To turn a motion concept for a robotics application into reality, dedicated engineering expertise can be invaluable. Antonio Herrera Global … [Read More...] about Partnering for success in developing robotic solutions
Rollon presents AXNR curved motion system at Advanced Factories Expo
Rollon has completed a project for a high-tech company in Europe that specializes in the design and production of electrical wires and connectors. The … [Read More...] about Rollon presents AXNR curved motion system at Advanced Factories Expo
New low-harmonics encoder from Baumer
Baumer opens up new potential in drive technology with its innovative LowHarmonics encoder technology. The EB260 compact incremental magnetic ring … [Read More...] about New low-harmonics encoder from Baumer
PI introduces compact V-141 linear motor stage for precision motion
PI (Physik Instrumente) has introduced the V-141 linear motor stage family, a compact and cost-efficient addition to its range of direct-drive linear … [Read More...] about PI introduces compact V-141 linear motor stage for precision motion
Festo unveils Incredible Machine for 100th anniversary
To mark its 100th anniversary, Festo has designed an extraordinary application, the Incredible Machine. Inspired by a Rube Goldberg machine, it … [Read More...] about Festo unveils Incredible Machine for 100th anniversary
STF stepper drives and SSDC StepSERVO drives now UL certified
The Applied Motion Products STF stepper drives and SSDC StepSERVO drives are now UL certified by Underwriters Laboratories. The drives now meet … [Read More...] about STF stepper drives and SSDC StepSERVO drives now UL certified
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