Motion Control Features

Shock absorber helps young woman to recover from tumour operation

An adjustable industrial shock absorber donated by WDS Component Parts Ltd. is helping a young woman regain strength and mobility following a major operation to remove a tumour. The shock absorber is incorporated into a modified rowing machine in a project coordinated by nationwide charity Remap.

Customer’s use of electric linear actuators’ synchronisation option

Thomson Industries, Inc. has released a video showing how the synchronisation feature available with its Electrak HD electromechanical linear actuators helped Spika Design and Manufacturing address a growing customer demand.

Ball Screws – an answer to safe and efficient motion for cobots

Cobots are increasingly used in large-scale production applications that involve continuous lifting operations but still require a human touch. While cobots have been in use for at least a decade and continue to grow, applications have been limited by the gearing systems that control motion.

Güdel tracks help launch CNC robotics into new markets

The combination of a 6-axis robot and a linear track is not unusual in today’s fast-moving automation environment. However, when this combination is used to perform machining operations, a whole new series of applications are available to manufacturers.

More Motion Control Features Features

Engineers mesh Cartesian robot with roller pinion system(04/11/2019)

For a robot transfer unit for medium payload robots, Nexen Group Inc. provided a roller pinion system to optimise robot motion.
Motion control looks set to keep running for many years(04/11/2019)

Industrial control is a highly developed field that advances year on year as the underlying technology advances. But will it and all its specialist sub-sets continue to thrive? Gerard Bush, a motion specialist with INMOCO, offers his opinion.
Low maintenance packaging solution allow on the fly product changes(04/11/2019)

Downtime can be a manufacturer's worst nightmare, especially if a line cannot be returned to operation within a short period of time. When Dutch machine builder Smart Automation was commissioned by one of the world's leading printer cartridge manufacturers to develop a machine that fully automates the packaging of a wide variety of cartridges, it was essential to build a robust and durable cell.
Choosing linear motion technology for high precision applications(01/08/2019)

When manufacturing processes require high precision, high-speed repeatability and flexibility for applications such as CNC, robotics and material handling, production engineers often specify linear motion technologies.
Linear motion: selecting the best solution for your needs(01/08/2019)

The need to increase productivity and reduce downtime is a key focus for manufacturers. However, when it comes to selecting linear actuators for motion applications, some confusion remains on whether an electric or pneumatic solution is most suitable.