A common way to generate precise linear motion is to use an electric motor (rotary motion) and pair it with a leadscrew to generate a linear actuation system. Depending upon what this linear actuator … [Read more...] about When to Apply External, Non-Captive and Captive Step Motor Actuators
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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
Flexible, robust, precise and efficient: The new benchmark in modular incremental encoders
Requirements vary according to the application, so finding the matching encoder is not an easy thing. As a remedy, Baumer offers a modular encoder platform. The incremental encoders of the OptoPulse … [Read more...] about Flexible, robust, precise and efficient: The new benchmark in modular incremental encoders
The Basics of Pressure Relief Valves
Pressure relief valves (safety relief valves) are designed to open at a preset pressure and discharge fluid until pressure drops to acceptable levels. The development of the safety relief valve has an … [Read more...] about The Basics of Pressure Relief Valves
The Evolution of Solar Sales
Explosive growth in developing markets too often lead into growing pains and other unintended consequences. To find out how solar companies are handling the sales opportunity and intensified … [Read more...] about The Evolution of Solar Sales
Understanding Combitronic™ Technology
What is Combitronic, exactly, and how can this powerful motor-to-motor communications capability help me more easily implement multi-motor applications and get them to market faster? Moog Animatics … [Read more...] about Understanding Combitronic™ Technology
Lockbox™ Offshore Piston Accumulators
Offshore applications can be hard on hydraulic components. As oil and gas drillers go deeper into the Gulf of Mexico to drill for oil, pressures (both internal and external) increase while conditions … [Read more...] about Lockbox™ Offshore Piston Accumulators
Take Control with the V250
In this edition of the Muncie Power Quarterly get an inside look at the V250, our latest directional control valve with pressure capabilities of up to 4,000 PSI and a max flow rate of 75 GPM. The … [Read more...] about Take Control with the V250
How to Specify Custom Lead Screws
Lead Screws are increasingly being used to produce linear motion when accuracy and reliability are critical. For many designers and engineers accustomed to the constraints of standard configurations, … [Read more...] about How to Specify Custom Lead Screws
Lead Screws 101 – A Basic Guide to Implementing a Lead Screw Assembly for Any Design
The concepts discussed in this white paper cover the basics and provide a solid foundation to design a successful lead screw driven axis of motion. The included design considerations, machine … [Read more...] about Lead Screws 101 – A Basic Guide to Implementing a Lead Screw Assembly for Any Design