As in years past, the editors at Motion Control Tips have once again sifted through the data to see what stories our readers liked the most in 2023. Some of the most popular stories were ones that reported on automation and motion component trends, as well as stories on gearing and mechatronics. Here are the […]
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Bosch Rexroth to expand ctrlX DRIVE portfolio
At SPS 2023, Bosch Rexroth will present three new drive solutions which complement its ctrlX DRIVE portfolio. Bosch Rexroth is presenting new products geared to the automation toolkit ctrlX AUTOMATION with the focus being on openness. This is reflected in the operating system ctrlX OS and in new products such as the linear motion system […]
Five applications where smart mechatronics make sense
Smart mechatronics technology is being applied in a variety of industries, where the benefits include increased efficiency, improved accuracy, and enhanced productivity. Brad Klippstein Product manager for smart mechatronics Bosch Rexroth In recent years, smart mechatronics applications have become increasingly common in various industries. Smart mechatronics refer to the combination of mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, […]
Linear robots now even more versatile
Bosch Rexroth has expanded its portfolio of linear robots for various applications in factory automation by adding new axis combinations and sizes. The much wider range of working areas and loads makes the Cartesian subsystems also suitable for applications like battery handling or intralogistics. The linear robots can be selected and sized quickly and easily […]
Best practices for designing automated production lines
The newest generation of factory automation technologies is transforming production lines in every major industry — from consumer-packaged goods and electronics manufacturing to electric vehicles and battery production. As automation technology becomes increasingly sophisticated and connected, manufacturers are exploring new ways to add flexibility, achieve higher productivity, and capture real-time insight across operations. But not […]
New gearboxes for electric motors in mobile machines
As part of its new, extensive eLION platform for the electrification of mobile working machines, Bosch Rexroth has developed spur gearboxes which vehicle manufacturers can use to unlock the full potential of new electric motors. The 1-speed spur gearbox (eGFZ 9100) and the 2-speed shift gearbox (eGFZ 9200) are installed in the central section of […]
Beckhoff Automation takes the gold in 2021 LEAP Awards Motion Control category
The winners of the 2021 LEAP Awards (Leadership in Engineering Achievement Program) were announced today in a digital ceremony, with products across 12 categories, including Motion Control. Critical to LEAP’s success is the involvement of the engineering community. The Design World editorial team assembled a top-notch independent judging panel, comprised of a cross-section of OEM […]
Bosch Rexroth’s ctrlX store offers automation and control apps
Bosch Rexroth offers designers the option to quickly and easily obtain access to automation solutions or create apps themselves with ctrlX AUTOMATION. The open automation platform adopts an approach similar to that of smartphones. Customers can now purchase apps in the ctrlX Store, manage software licenses through the Bosch Rexroth Licensing Center and assign them […]
New drive system from Bosch Rexroth is compact and scalable
Bosch Rexroth’s new ctrlX DRIVE is a compact, scalable and consistent modular drive system. ctrlX DRIVE has space-saving dimensions of up to 50% and can provide tailored solutions with peak currents of 6 to 375 A. Components in the ctrlX DRIVE system can be combined freely with one another, giving designers virtually unlimited combination options. […]
Bosch Rexroth marks 225 years in business
The story began in 1795 when Georg Ludwig Rexroth launched the water-driven forge for iron production in the Spessart mountains in Germany. With this, he founded what now is one of the oldest technology companies in the world. Part of the Bosch Group today, Bosch Rexroth AG is a technology and market leader for drive […]
