Here, we detail what causes skidding in rotary systems. Then we analyze single and double-roller cam follower designs. By Georg Bartosh • President | Intech Power-Core For production machinery with moving subsystems, wear can be a major headache. That’s especially true for those featuring traditional metal cam followers, bearings, and other mechanical elements. As we’ll […]
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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 Strategic Marketing – Surgical and Industrial Robotics Portescap Robotics is among the fastest growing technologies today, transforming a multitude of segments in consumer, industrial and commercial applications. The increasing use of robotics is enhancing efficiency, […]
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. Equipped with a cross-roller bearing, all of them ensure high positioning accuracy and excellent runout characteristics – even under high loads. The HRTA series can handle forces of up to […]
Drives boost manufacturing-automation efficiency
Nidec Drives has led motor-control innovation for decades from its UK headquarters in Newtown, Mid Wales. Recently, the company updated its own manufacturing operations from Industry 3.0 operations dominated by manual tasks to Industry 5.0. For example, raw materials were once manually transported by operators from a warehouse to a module assembly plant via forklift […]
PI’s F-141 photonics alignment system delivers high throughput
PI’s new F-141 photonics alignment system provides high throughput with motion in 4 and 6 degrees of freedom for industrial test and assembly of photonic integrated circuits (PIC). This ultra-compact precision alignment system fits inside a space of ~5x7x4 inches (WxLxH) while providing 40mm of XYZ travel and 12 degrees of rotation around the optical axis, ideal […]
PI’s new high-resolution hexapod for photonics and optics is compact
PI has introduced an ultra-high-resolution, high-stability hexapod to its family of compact hexapods for photonics, optics, silicon photonics, and microscopy applications. Designed specifically for the precise alignment of high-resolution miniature lenses and photonics components, the H-811.S2iHP hexapod uses six low-friction, long-life actuators and 12 precision cardanic joints with offset axes, ensuring enhanced stiffness. This hexapod […]
Brushed dc motors find use in robotic applications
Torque-dense and efficient motors are essential in developing humanoid robots. And brushed dc motors are answering the call. Edited by Miles Budimir Senior Editor Humanoid robots, designed to operate in close interaction with humans, rely heavily on smooth and controlled joint and limb motion. This makes the selection of the motors that power the […]
maxon unveils High Efficiency Joint drive, a new actuator for dynamic robots
maxon has launched the High Efficiency Joint (HEJ) Drive 70-48-50, the newest addition to its High Efficiency Robotic Joints portfolio. This advanced actuator sets new standards in torque density and efficiency, catering specifically to autonomous mobile robots operating in unstructured environments such as humanoids, quadrupeds, exoskeletons, or mobile manipulators. The HEJ 70-48-50 delivers a peak […]
A practical guide to selecting the right pallet conveyor
Efficient material handling is crucial in optimizing factory automation. Choosing the right pallet conveyor can maximize productivity, maintainability, and overall ROI. By Dan Toynton | Motion Automation Intelligence Because conveyor types abound — especially small asynchronous conveyors— choosing the optimal solution for a specific application can be challenging. Informed decisions depend on well-defined design requirements and […]
PI expands for higher electronics manufacturing capacities, shorter lead times
PI has completed the construction of additional electronics production space at its Rosenheim, Germany site. With investments of around $2.3M and a 30% increase in space, PI is strengthening its global development and production center and the economic development of the region. For 2025, another investment of $2M has been approved. The expansion will enable […]
