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  • Day 1: New technologies at Automate 2025

    Day 1: New technologies at Automate 2025
  • Festo showing multi-axis positioning systems at Automate

    Festo showing multi-axis positioning systems at Automate
  • Renishaw RCS products for industrial automation, rugged encoders featured at Automate 2025

    Renishaw RCS products for industrial automation, rugged encoders featured at Automate 2025
  • Partnering for success in developing robotic solutions

    Partnering for success in developing robotic solutions
  • New low-harmonics encoder from Baumer

    New low-harmonics encoder from Baumer

FROM THE EDITORS


  • Lisa Eitel
    Day 1: New technologies at Automate 2025

  • Miles Budimir
    New brushless slotless motor for industrial power tools from Portescap

  • Mike Santora
    Fast set-up of motor control systems from igus with no lengthy programming

  • Rachael Pasini
    PI’s new high-resolution hexapod for photonics and optics is compact
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brushless dc motor

Autoclavable brushless dc motors power advances in surgical power tools

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

Today on Motion Control Tips

  • LMCA linear motors introduced for precision laser cutting
  • Compact piezo stages with bi-phase motors offer 10 nm resolution
  • Day 1: New technologies at Automate 2025
  • Festo showing multi-axis positioning systems at Automate
  • Rollon marks 50 years of innovation with global expansion
  • New brushless slotless motor for industrial power tools from Portescap
  • PI releases V-308 stage with 10-nm motion resolution

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

motor

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

encoders

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

helical worm gear

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

inclinometer

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

Robotics

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

gearhead

New performance class with new planetary gearhead sizes

The new members of the FAULHABER metal planetary gearhead family are the 14GPT and 16GPT. The compact additions to the series deliver high torque with … [Read More...] about New performance class with new planetary gearhead sizes

encoder

New high-resolution encoder offers multi-turn absolute feedback at zero incremental cost

Kollmorgen has introduced the new SFD-M (Smart Feedback Device, Multi-Turn). It allows machine builders to achieve high-resolution multi-turn feedback … [Read More...] about New high-resolution encoder offers multi-turn absolute feedback at zero incremental cost

AutomationDirect adds IronHorse worm gearboxes with IEC input

AutomationDirect has added IronHorse worm gearboxes with IEC inputs, featuring the same advantages as existing aluminum models. These gearboxes come … [Read More...] about AutomationDirect adds IronHorse worm gearboxes with IEC input

Bosch Rexroth to showcase automation solutions at Automate 2025

Bosch Rexroth will exhibit its automation solutions at Automate 2025, taking place May 12-15 at Huntington Place in Detroit, MI. Visitors to booth … [Read More...] about Bosch Rexroth to showcase automation solutions at Automate 2025

Festo introduces a multiprotocol servo drive and motor developer’s kit

Festo has introduced the CMMT-ST servo drive starter kit, providing control engineers and programmers with a cost-effective way to learn commissioning … [Read More...] about Festo introduces a multiprotocol servo drive and motor developer’s kit

rotary tables

Hollow rotary tables now in four sizes

Nanotec has expanded its hollow rotary table series with the HRTA-200, the largest in the lineup, now covering flange sizes NEMA 17, 23/24, and 34. … [Read More...] about Hollow rotary tables now in four sizes

BLDC motors

Frameless BLDC motors for maximum system integration

Nanotec announces the addition of the DKA series to its portfolio of high-performance, frameless BLDC motors designed for compact, efficient drive … [Read More...] about Frameless BLDC motors for maximum system integration

Several markets are spurring new innovation in motion systems

Over the last year, Design World has tracked several persistent and emerging trends that build on the last decade’s innovations. With some notable … [Read More...] about Several markets are spurring new innovation in motion systems

Tour of HEIDENHAIN technologies displayed in Anaheim

HEIDENHAIN is best known for extremely high-end ultra-precision motion feedback and control technologies delivering industry-leading accuracy. These … [Read More...] about Tour of HEIDENHAIN technologies displayed in Anaheim

couplings

Rigid set screw couplings for round, square, and hex shafts

A new line of rigid set screw couplings has been introduced by Stafford Manufacturing Corporation of Wilmington, MA. The couplings are designed to … [Read More...] about Rigid set screw couplings for round, square, and hex shafts

Delta Motion, acontis Technologies expand EtherCAT capabilities

Delta Motion has announced the addition of EtherCAT MainDevice capability to its RMC200 Motion Controller. By partnering with acontis technologies and … [Read More...] about Delta Motion, acontis Technologies expand EtherCAT capabilities

encoder

New smart encoders from Baumer for heavy duty applications

With the new HOG800 series, Baumer presents the next generation of encoders featuring enhanced protection against corrosion, shaft currents, … [Read More...] about New smart encoders from Baumer for heavy duty applications

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  • RECOM launches RACPRO1-4SP series four-channel circuit breakers
  • Drives boost manufacturing-automation efficiency
  • New high-performance dc motors from FAULHABER
  • Kollmorgen expands functional safety support with SafeMotion Monitor upgrade
  • PI’s F-141 photonics alignment system delivers high throughput
  • Bishop-Wisecarver acquires Symation Inc. to offer more automation solutions
  • Maintenance-free Magnashear electric coupler brakes from Force Control
  • Thomson adds encoder option to stepper motor linear actuator online selection tool
  • The top motion control stories of 2024
  • PI’s new high-resolution hexapod for photonics and optics is compact
  • Brushed dc motors find use in robotic applications

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