Allowing mounting on 28-mm centers for multiactuator capabilities, the Model STA11 ServoTube linear actuator features a built-in solid-state position sensor and provides ±12 microns repeatabilityand a ...

The current state of robotics, 3D printers, and CNC machines means any shade tree roboticist has the means to make anything move. Do you want a robotic arm? There are a dozen designs already available ...

Building a successful linear motion system starts with choosing the appropriate actuator. Between the different sizes, technologies, and qualities, hundreds of options exist. The trick is to winnow ...

Interchangeable motor-mounting plates make it easy to reconfigure the actuator with a different motor and/or leadscrew. A Kevlar drive belt and pulleys eliminate gears between the motor and drive ...

The darkest depths of the ocean are planned as the home of the new Inner Space linear actuators. Developed for mounting outside unmanned submersible vehicles, these compact and lightweight actuators ...

Air provides the force to move linear actuators including slide tables and cylinders, as well as rotary grippers and vacuum ejectors. With this variety of components, there are several observable ...

AutomationDirect has added linear slide actuators from igus. These lead screw-driven and belt-driven linear slide actuators can be used as single-axis slides or can provide an economical means of ...

Addressing the key questions about the role of actuators in medical testing environments explains why actuator designs are changing to handle mass processing and eliminate ...

Big, innovative breakthroughs often result in game-changing technologies. Smaller incremental improvements in essential material components can similarly lead to significant performance and efficiency ...

Ultra Motion's redesigned series of Bug linear actuators offers improved strength, precision and reliability while keeping the same compact footprint, according to the company. The small footprint, ...