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The electrification of transport industries is not a new development. In fact, automotive manufacturers have spent the last decade investing in the development of electric powertrains. Aerospace companies, however, have not been so quick to follow suit. Here, Graham Mackrell, Managing Director of Harmonic Drive UK, explains the design challenges for electrifying aviation.

Graham Mackrell, Managing Director of Harmonic Drive UK, explains how the praying mantis is inspiring design engineers when creating next-gen robots.

Harmonic Drive UK has shared a whitepaper exploring the UK robotics industry and outlining some of the challenges facing it. The whitepaper is available to download for free from the Harmonic Drive UK website and explores topics such as robot safety, collaborative robot (cobot) systems and the requirements of components.

Harmonic Drive UK launched CanisDrive, a range of compact hollow shaft servo actuators that meet industry demand for compact and cost-effective machinery.

Harmonic Drive UK has introduced a gear component for use in robotics and motion control. The shorter, SHD drive targets the trend for smaller, lighter rigs.

Graham Mackrell, managing director of Harmonic Drive, suggests what businesses might do to ameliorate the UK's skills shortage.