Gears, especially in open gearing applications, share a set of well-known performance problems that crop up again and again across many different applications. … [Read more...] about Polymers Outperform Metals In Precision Gearing
Bearings
Crossed Roller Bearings Offer Many Benefits for Robotic Systems
As modern robotics and automated machines perform more tasks than ever, designers must deliver more functionality, load capability and complex, yet accurate motion. Crossed roller bearings provide … [Read more...] about Crossed Roller Bearings Offer Many Benefits for Robotic Systems
Miniature Linear Bearings Offer Maximum Performance
In the semiconductor, medical, surgical, robotics and precision machinery industries, components must sometimes be sized to the smallest dimensions possible to meet demanding performance criteria. … [Read more...] about Miniature Linear Bearings Offer Maximum Performance
Robotics and DualVee® Go Hand in Hand
Robotics and DualVee go together like peas and carrots! Why? Because DualVee can handle high load capacities in all sorts of environments. Did we also mention that DualVee double row ball bearings are … [Read more...] about Robotics and DualVee® Go Hand in Hand
4-point bearings do triple duty while saving space
A four-point contact ball bearing is ideal for oscillating movement at slow to moderate speeds, and can replace two angular contact bearings. A white paper from Kaydon Bearings, an SKF Group brand, … [Read more...] about 4-point bearings do triple duty while saving space
4-point bearings do triple duty while saving space
A four-point contact ball bearing makes it easy to simplify machine designs that have a combination of radial, thrust and moment loads because it can handle all three simultaneously. They are … [Read more...] about 4-point bearings do triple duty while saving space
Why bigger isn’t always better: the case for thin section bearings
Kaydon's new capacity calculations for thin-section bearings For applications that demand maximum performance despite space and/or weight restrictions, designers should give serious consideration … [Read more...] about Why bigger isn’t always better: the case for thin section bearings
How to Ensure Bolted Joint Integrity When Using a Compression Limiter in a Plastic Assembly
Compression Limiters are used to protect plastic components in bolted joints and maintain a threaded fastener’s clamp load by eliminating plastic creep. To function properly, bearing surface beneath … [Read more...] about How to Ensure Bolted Joint Integrity When Using a Compression Limiter in a Plastic Assembly
Calculating Life and Load Ratings for Radial Ball Bearings
When radial ball bearings rotate, the inner and outer rings and rolling elements are constantly loaded. This produces material fatigue and eventually bearing failure, and the total number of … [Read more...] about Calculating Life and Load Ratings for Radial Ball Bearings
Better Design Freedom and Enhanced Product Quality
Choosing custom bearings can ensure design innovation and flexibility, and give a designer’s product a competitive edge. This white paper describes ways to improve aesthetics, simplify the assembly … [Read more...] about Better Design Freedom and Enhanced Product Quality