Hydraulic cylinders are traditionally the go-to technology for high-force linear motion, for good reasons. They deliver high force at a low cost per unit of force, they are rugged and simple to … [Read more...] about High-force linear motion: How to convert from hydraulic cylinders to electric actuators and why.
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A technical comparison: Performance of pneumatic cylinders and electric rod actuators
As industrial automation technology has advanced, application demands have increased for flexibility, precision, efficiency and reliability in linear motion. This has resulted in considerable debate … [Read more...] about A technical comparison: Performance of pneumatic cylinders and electric rod actuators
The Outsourcers’ Guide to Quality
Data quality is vital when creating reliable and safe autonomous vehicle (AV) models. For AV companies looking to scale their data pipeline, it can be challenging and risky to add new data labeling … [Read more...] about The Outsourcers’ Guide to Quality
Pursing digital transformation for growth
2021 marks the 100th anniversary of Terumo, a global leader in medical technology based in Tokyo, Japan. Terumo Americas is its largest business, growing to huge product lines across four divisions … [Read more...] about Pursing digital transformation for growth
Ergonomic design. Robust housing. Innovative features
With added features like a hardwired E-stop button, selector switch, and enabling switch, this unique handheld HMI helps users maximize productivity and minimize downtime. Plus, the HG1P series … [Read more...] about Ergonomic design. Robust housing. Innovative features
Interpreting Pump Performance Curves
Reading pump performance curves is crucial to proper pump selection. This piece reviews the creation and use of diaphragm pump performance curves to determine flow at given vacuum or pressure … [Read more...] about Interpreting Pump Performance Curves
Verification and validation bring the design of future cars to the present day
Siemens PAVE360 is a complete autonomous verification and validation environment modeled as a system that represents a twin image of the physical vehicle and its driving surroundings. Together with … [Read more...] about Verification and validation bring the design of future cars to the present day
5G SoCs Demand New Verification Approaches
5G SoC designs must support many use cases, custom configurations, and evolving standards. This means that a colossal amount of testing is required. Designers can no longer create fronthaul hardware … [Read more...] about 5G SoCs Demand New Verification Approaches
Sore Back Relief Rests On Precision Bearings
Learn how this traction machine was engineered to increase performance and eliminate inconsistent ‘stick and slip’ type movement – even under patients who weigh as much as 400 pounds. It’s not a … [Read more...] about Sore Back Relief Rests On Precision Bearings
Power Surge Guide for Electric and Autonomous Vehicles
The electric and autonomous vehicle (EV and AV) segment of the automotive industry is ready for massive growth. How massive? The EV market alone is expected to soar to $5 trillion by 2030, according … [Read more...] about Power Surge Guide for Electric and Autonomous Vehicles