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Maximizing cobot ROI through seventh-axis-enabled collaboration
Robot transfer units have become increasingly important to automated settings. Now, transfer units with collision detection pair with collaborative robots for human-centric technology enabling...
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Engineered systems provide easily configurable, high-precision, multi-axis...
PI’s new X-417 Integrated Multi-Axis System (IMAS) provides machine builders and system integrators with a freely configurable solution, utilizing highly dynamic, precision XY linear stages as a base,...
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Hybrid steppers and other stepmotors in linear actuators
Stepper motors are commonly used in linear motion applications for their precise positioning capabilities and good holding torque. Though the basic operating principle is the same for all stepper...
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Comparing multi-axis linear systems
Gantry robots, X-Y tables, split bridges, and stages all serve specific functions. There are many ways to build linear systems for motion in the X, Y, and/or Z directions — also called Cartesian...
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Photonics alignment systems feature motion in 4 and 6 degrees of freedom
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...
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Drive integration tool streamlines servo linear actuator commissioning
Tolomatic Inc., has launched an online Drive Integration Tool that streamlines the selection and commissioning process to seamlessly match a drive system to a servo linear actuator. Tolomatic’s new...
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Pre-loaded systems deliver precise positioning for machine tools
Redex’s patented DualDRIVE and TwinDRIVE preloading technologies now give CNC machine designers several ways to build a zero-backlash system. These approaches leverage Redex modular SRP, DRP, KRP and...
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Electroadhesive brakes provide stopping power for linear motion systems
How paper-thin electroadhesive linear brakes can unlock significant power and weight savings in new and legacy linear motion systems. Kirby Witte VP of Engineering ESTAT Actuation Linear motion...
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Understanding linear actuator technology
A review of the different types of linear actuators reveals how to choose the best solution based on the particular application requirements. Michael G. Giunta VP/ Mechanical Engineer Macron Dynamics...
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Piezo nanopositioning stage provides 6-axis motion with frictionless guiding...
The P-562.6CD 6-axis nanopositioning stage from PI (Physik Instrumente) is an advanced multi-axis nanopositioning system. Engineered for cutting-edge applications in photonics, semiconductor metrology,...
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