Hybrid Stepper Actuators are electromechanical devices that incorporate a rotary hybrid stepper motor with a rotary-to-linear device (typically a Lead Screw) to impart motion to linear axes. Adopted … [Read more...] about A Basic Guide to Applying Hybrid Stepper Actuators to Any Design
Haydon Kerk
What are dual-motion hybrid actuators and where do they excel?
Some motion applications need axes to deliver both linear and rotary motion. Conventional designs for such functionality are often complicated and bulky. What’s more, rotary motors put to linear … [Read more...] about What are dual-motion hybrid actuators and where do they excel?
Satisfy application needs with versatile brushed dc and brushless dc motors
Brushed dc and brushless dc motors must be compatible with and satisfy critical motion-system parameters. These include the application voltage supply, overall footprint, target design life, … [Read more...] about Satisfy application needs with versatile brushed dc and brushless dc motors
Noise and vibration in leadscrew-driven motion designs and how to avoid them
Leadscrews — especially those with high-accuracy threads — can be a low-vibration alternative to other linear-motion options. That’s in part because of the consistent contact between their … [Read more...] about Noise and vibration in leadscrew-driven motion designs and how to avoid them
Lead Screws 101 – A Basic Guide to Implementing a Lead Screw Assembly for Any Design
In many devices lead screw assemblies are used to convert motion from rotary to linear and vice versa. Historically these assemblies have had poor efficiencies and relied on grease for improved … [Read more...] about Lead Screws 101 – A Basic Guide to Implementing a Lead Screw Assembly for Any Design
Pressure Velocity and Leadscrew Assemblies
Pressure velocity (PV) is a fundamental property of all plastics, and is specific to the composition of the plastic. PV for a lead screw application is a calculated value based on load and surface … [Read more...] about Pressure Velocity and Leadscrew Assemblies
Stepper Motor Drives Some Factors That Will Help Determine Proper Selection
This white paper will discuss methods of selecting the best Stepper Drive for motion control applications requiring a Stepper Motor or a Stepper-Based Linear Actuator; information about the typical … [Read more...] about Stepper Motor Drives Some Factors That Will Help Determine Proper Selection
Lead Screws 101 – A Basic Guide to Implementing a Lead Screw Assembly for Any Design
In many devices lead screw assemblies are used to convert motion from rotary to linear and vice versa. Historically these assemblies have had poor efficiencies and relied on grease for improved … [Read more...] about Lead Screws 101 – A Basic Guide to Implementing a Lead Screw Assembly for Any Design
A COMPLETE GUIDE TO IMPLEMENTING DYNAMIC LOAD SUPPORT FOR LINEAR MOTION SYSTEMS
Support mechanics are one of the most critical components in a linear motion design and set the stage for achievable performance in almost every metric. Options for components and methods range a … [Read more...] about A COMPLETE GUIDE TO IMPLEMENTING DYNAMIC LOAD SUPPORT FOR LINEAR MOTION SYSTEMS
Navigating the Complexities of Motion Systems
Now more than ever there are more options for motion design solutions covering a long list of varied technologies. It can be intimidating trying to navigate this sea of solutions if you do not … [Read more...] about Navigating the Complexities of Motion Systems