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SDP/SI Solves Integration Challenges with Frameless Brushless DC Motors
Description: Invented in 1962, brushless DC (BLDC) motors are now commonly used in multiple applications such as robotics, industrial automation, autonomous ground vehicles and personal transportation devices. ...
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Magnetic Levitation Technology Demonstrator for Nanopositioning Applications
Description: Magnetic levitation, often referred to as maglev, is a frictionless motion technology that uses magnetic fields to levitate and propel objects. It is used in various applications, best known from ...
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Modular Photonics Alignment Systems Enable Production Advances for SiP Devices
Description: Emerging technologies like Quantum Communications, Quantum Computing, Nanosats, LIDAR, optical logic, as well as the need to process, store, and convey more data at higher speeds is relying heavily on ...
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Brushless DC Blower: The Perfect Choice for Reliable and Efficient Ventilators
From: Constar Motion Co., LtdDescription: In recent years, brushless DC blower have become a popular choice for ventilators due to their efficiency, reliability, and low noise levels. Brushless DC blower are used in a variety of applications, ...
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Demystifying Ball Spline Specs
Description: But, create grooves along the axial length of the shaft that correspond to the radius of the bushing’s ball elements and you’ve got frictionless linear movement coupled with two important ...
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Breathing mask motor: New application of brushless motor in medical protection products
From: Constar Motion Co., LtdDescription: What kind of motor is suitable for breathing mask? ...
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Single Gate Driver Design Enables Wide Range of Battery Voltages for Various Motor Power Levels
Description: When designing a product portfolio with a wide range of voltage and power requirements, finding a single driver design solution to serve the full portfolio can deliver significant savings in time and ...
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An Overview of Commonly Used Control Techniques for Brushless DC Motors
From: PortescapDescription: 3 phase brushless DC motors are popular miniature motors that power a variety of applications, including medical devices, surgical tools, and fans ...
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Brush Selection for Brush DC Motors
From: PortescapDescription: DC motor selection criteria ...
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Center Distance Variations Influence Noise in Compound Gearboxes
From: PortescapDescription: Although gearboxes are a well-understood technology, they don't always operate as designed. ...
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Every Infusion Can Now Be Counted - Infusion Flow Meters and Motion Solutions
From: PortescapDescription: As you're searching for your next motion system supplier (or are analyzing your current provider), here are four resolutions we recommend sticking to: ...
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Miniature Motion Technologies Help Improve Heart Health
From: PortescapDescription: how miniature motion technologies work to treat difficult heart conditions. ...
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Miniature Motors Help Bring Medical Diagnostics to the Patient
From: PortescapDescription: Today's healthcare, pharmaceutical, and agriculture industries demand faster yet more compact diagnostics equipment that will deliver accurate and repeatable results. Miniature electric motors, along ...
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Motor Selection Basics: Inertia and Power and Torque Requirements
From: PortescapDescription: Let's explore two of the key motor selection factors, inertia matching and torque/power requirements, which will help illustrate the importance of understanding these concepts while simultaneously ...
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Remember Iron Losses During BLDC Motor Selection
From: PortescapDescription: Here are three factors relevant to BLDC motor efficiency and losses and how they play a role in motor design and selection: ...
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Service Robots Prioritize Dynamic Motors and Precise Feedback
From: PortescapDescription: What Mini Motor Will Work Best for My Service Robots? ...
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The Advantages and Applications of Strain Wave Generator Gearings
From: PortescapDescription: Advantages of Strain Wave Generator Gearings ...
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Understand and Measure a Stepper Motor's Pull-Out and Pull-In Torque
From: PortescapDescription: Today's healthcare, pharmaceutical, and agriculture industries demand faster yet more compact diagnostics equipment that will deliver accurate and repeatable results. Miniature electric motors, along ...
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Typical Motor FLA Ratings
Description: Solid State Starter Engineering & Application Notes ...
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Operating Principle of Inline Linear Actuators
Description: The electric linear actuator works by driving a pair of screw nuts after the motor is decelerated by the gear, converting the rotational motion of the screw nut into the linear motion of the ...
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Case Study: Auto-Dispatch System for Automotive Application
Description: In automobile manufacturing, time is money. Every minute saved in the process can move another vehicle off the line and into the market. To increase efficiency and reduce process time, a high ...
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Case Study: Automated Bus Assembly Monorail System
Description: A North American bus manufacturer wanted to automate their new vehicle model assembly to increase productivity while maintaining high quality standards. ...
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Power Electronics: Intelligent Motor Controller Featuring SiC FETs
From: QorvoDescription: Qorvo's motor control reference design features the PAC5556 intelligent motor controller with Qorvo's new silicon carbide (SiC) FETs into a proof of concept System-on-a-Chip (SoC) to drive ...
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How to Control the Speed of a Brushless DC Motor?
From: Constar Motion Co., LtdDescription: There are many questions about the speed, forward and reverse rotation of the control of the brushless DC motor. Let me share with you three methods to control the speed of brushless motors. ...
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White Paper - What is Cogging
From: TecnotionDescription: Cogging force is a phenomenon that is caused by the attraction of the iron lamination stack of the motor to the permanent magnets. The direction of this force is either the same or opposite as the ...
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Calculate the Expected Amount of Friction Force for your Application
From: TecnotionDescription: When designing an application the expected amount of friction is an important specification to consider. Friction directly dictates how much force a motor must overcome to reach the desired motion ...
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Temperature Monitoring and Protection
From: TecnotionDescription: Three ways to protect your linear motors from overheating ...
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Peristaltic Pump Motor Selection Recommendation
From: Constar Motion Co., LtdDescription: There are various types of peristaltic pumps, and different applications have different parameters and specifications. The core component is the motor. So how to choose the peristaltic pump motor is a ...
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Rotork Electric Actuators Installed in Glass Factory help Improve Reliability and Reduce Emissions
From: Rotork plcDescription: Electric actuators have been installed at a glass factory in Turkey, allowing for efficient combustion and reduction of emissions. A glass plant in the Mersin area of southern Turkey, run by ...
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AC Drives for Car Wash Testimonial
Description: KJ Electric Replaces Obsolete Drives Used for HVAC Applications with Fuji Electric FRENIC-MEGA ...
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AC Drives for Dairy Farm Applications
Description: Fuji Electric HVAC Drives are used in Dairy Farm Application ...
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AC Drives for Mobile Centrifuge Control Application
Description: Fuji Electric AC Drives and HMI are integral parts of the Mobile Centrifuge Control application designed by AEC Industrial Solutions in Red Deer Canada. ...
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Fuji Electric Drives Offer the Right Mix to Pugmills
Description: From 3D printing and battery material to ceramics and clay for pottery, multiple materials need to be quickly combined together into a homogenous mixture. That's where a mixing extruder, known as a ...
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How to Achieve Optimum Performance in a Miniature Gear Train
Description: Smooth, accurate gears and optimum performance is the goal of any new design. Achieving those goals in the early design stage not only meets performance requirements but makes your design ...
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Steps to Designing a Miniature Belt and Pulley Drive System
Description: Today’s timing belts are reinforced with various tensile cords, such as polyester, fiberglass or aramid, making them stronger than ever. ...
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What's Your Timing Belt Knowledge?
Description: Synchronous belts are often driven by stepping motors. These drives are subjected to continuous and large accelerations and decelerations. If the belt reinforcing fiber, i.e., tension member, as well ...
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Rotork Supplies Actuators to the Northern Lights Project
From: Rotork plcDescription: Rotork has been awarded a contract to supply IQ3 and Skilmatic SI range actuators to an essential and unique industrial decarbonisation project in Norway. ...
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Gear Manufacturing Part I: Resources
From: Gear Motions, Inc.Description: We have put together an insider' guide to the top resources for the gear industry to help navigate the complexities. ...
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Gear Manufacturing Part II: Types of Gears
From: Gear Motions, Inc.Description: Here we highlight the different types of gears and what a gear is/does. ...
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On The Open Road - Gear Motions Link to the Motorcycle Industry
From: Gear Motions, Inc.Description: How Gear Motions has taken an active role in supplying gears to two legendary companies known for quality and performance on the open road. ...
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Common Mode Field Rejection in Coreless Hall-Effect Current Sensor ICs
Description: Allegro current sensor ICs use the Hall-effect to measure the magnetic field produced by an integrated, current carrying loop, translating the magnetic field to a voltage which is proportional to the ...
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Differential Current Sensing with the 1 MHz Bandwidth ACS733
Description: This application note describes the use of the new highly isolated, high bandwidth ACS733 Hall-effect current sensor integrated circuit (IC) from Allegro MicroSystems and gives an overview of its ...
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Hydraulic vs. Electric Linear Actuator: Which is Best?
Description: When buying a linear actuator, it's important to choose a product that will fit best with your application and specific demands. Whether you want a high load capacity, a longer duty cycle or something ...
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Increased Electric Motor Content in HEV Subsystems Require Current Sensing
Description: To control the drive train in HEV and full EV vehicles, it is well-known that current sensing is required particularly in starter generator and main electric drive motor generator applications. ...
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Industrial Motor Control
From: Newark, An Avnet CompanyDescription: A guide to industrial motor control ...
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Industrial PLC Motor Control
From: Newark, An Avnet CompanyDescription: What is a PLC? ...
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Motor Control Applications
From: Newark, An Avnet CompanyDescription: Learn about industrial motor control applications and how to control the speed or torque of motors to meet needs. ...
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Motor Vibration Analysis
From: Newark, An Avnet CompanyDescription: What causes motor vibrations? ...
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ABTech Inc. SP Series Spindles; Single Piece Worktable, Shaft, and Thrust Plate
From: ABTech, Inc.Description: Accuracy, Repeatability & Resolution. Is there a difference between these two? ...
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Exploring Duty Cycle in Miniature DC Motors
From: PortescapDescription: Selecting a miniature motor for a motion system is rarely straightforward. Not only does every application have its own unique set of requirements, but each motor technology features a variety of ...
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Let's Talk New Year's Resolutions - Miniature Motion Style
From: PortescapDescription: Do you normally create New Year's resolutions for your business? If not, 2023 is an excellent time to start! Not only can resolutions help keep you and your teams aligned regarding the upcoming year's ...
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Miniature Motors Power the Holiday Season
From: PortescapDescription: The holidays are one of the happiest times of the year. From spending quality time with family and friends to enjoying the festive décor, winter activities, and delicious meals, this season is ...
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Torque-Speed Curve Generation in Stepper Motors
From: PortescapDescription: Let's explore the steps for generating dynamic torques. ...
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New Frameless Motor
Description: Frameless motor is the part of the traditional motor used to provide torque and speed, and can be installed directly into the whole system. The system's own bearings will be used to support the rotor. ...
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Insider's Guide to Ball Screws for Linear Motion Systems
From: Schneeberger Inc.Description: In this brief, we will review the present state of ball screw technology and provide insight into the factors that drive their performance. Let’s begin with a definition of the device. ...
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Mineral Casting: Eliminating Vibration for Greater Speed, Precision and Environmental Protection in Production Machinery
From: Schneeberger Inc.Description: This brief will describe how mineral casting is utilized and will review the impressive technical, economic, and environmental benefits it brings to machine builders and their customers. ...
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The Bioprinter Manufacturer's Guide to Linear Motion Technology
From: Schneeberger Inc.Description: At bioprinter original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), the product design engineers, mechanical engineers, and design engineering managers are charged with turning their visions, designs, and the ...
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Understanding the Extensive Benefits of Total Linear Positioning Systems
From: Schneeberger Inc.Description: To fulfill these needs, linear motion suppliers such as SCHNEEBERGER are building motion solutions that simply plug into the OEM’s equipment – enabling considerable savings of engineering ...
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Build vs Buy Of A Three Axis Motion Controller
Description: In this paper Performance Motion Devices (PMD) looks at build vs buy design decisions for a three axis PCB-based (Printed Circuit Board) positioning motion controller. They examine the design effort, ...
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The ABCs of Gears - Introduction
From: KHK USA, Inc.Description: An introduction to simply explained history and applications of gears. We recommend it for those just starting to learn about gears. ...
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The ABCs of Gears - Part 2
From: KHK USA, Inc.Description: The intermediate level which presents a detailed explanation of types of gears and tooth forms and precision, heat treatment, surface treatment, production methods, etc. ...
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What are the Main Types of Linear Actuators?
Description: There are three types of Linear Actuators used in manufacturing: Hydraulic, Pneumatic, and Electro-Mechanical. Hydraulic actuators are primarily used for moving very heavy loads, in the same way, that ...
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Simplify Power Module Design with Power-Thru Technology
Description: Cost, design time, and unexpected results: These are three of the most significant challenges that weigh on the minds of project managers who are involved with the design of power modules. Whether for ...
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APPLICATION PROFILE: Fusion Splicer
From: PortescapDescription: A leading manufacturer of fusion splicers needed a cost-effective solution to drive an automatic jacket stripper module. ...
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APPLICATION PROFILE: Gas Diaphragm Pump
From: PortescapDescription: A leading European pump manufacturer required a motor to power a revolutionary micropump for gas flow in medical apparatus, life science applications, and gas detection devices. ...
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APPLICATION PROFILE: Handheld Bladder Scanning Device
From: PortescapDescription: A medical device manufacturer required a compact, efficient motor that would run a battery-powered handheld ultrasound device using available low-voltage and current. ...
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APPLICATION PROFILE: ICU and Mobile Ventilators
From: PortescapDescription: A large medical device manufacturer asked Portescap to design an electric motor solution for a new mobile, battery-operated ventilator suitable for neonatal, pediatric and adult patients ...
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APPLICATION PROFILE: Massage Therapy Rollers
From: PortescapDescription: A leading European device manufacturer approached Portescap to develop a selection of motors to power their next generation massage rollers. ...
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APPLICATION PROFILE: Surgical Hand Tool - Arthroscopic Shaver
From: PortescapDescription: A leading surgical tool company required a small gear motor that could power a shaver hand piece used for small joint arthroscopic surgery. ...
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APPLICATION PROFILE: Surgical Hand Tool - Biopsy Device
From: PortescapDescription: A leading medical device manufacturer approached Portescap to replace the existing motor driving the needle mechanism in its biopsy device. ...
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APPLICATION PROFILE: Surgical Hand Tool - Small Bone And Trauma
From: PortescapDescription: A European medical device manufacturer of small bone power tools approached Portescap to develop a robust motor solution, capable of over 1,600 autoclave cycles, that provided high power in a compact ...
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APPLICATION PROFILE: Torpedo Launcher
From: PortescapDescription: A global provider of aerospace and defense solutions needed a highly customized motor for a projectile deployment system. ...
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Environmental Control Systems Critical to Regulating Aircraft Passenger Environments
From: PortescapDescription: One of the key expectations when on board a passenger or commercial aircraft? Comfortability and safety in the passenger cabin! This is accomplished via Environmental Control System valves, or ECS ...
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Maximizing Green Energy with Solar Panel Cleaning Robot (SPCR) Motion Solutions
From: PortescapDescription: Given the adverse impacts of climate change, increasing carbon emissions, and other global environmental issues, the topic of sustainability has continued to gain heightened priority in the 21st ...
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Regaining Mobility through Bionic Limbs and Power-Dense Motion Solutions
From: PortescapDescription: The loss of mobility can be devastating, but the ability to move can potentially be regained and independence re-established through the use of bionic limbs. ...
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ElectroCraft's MPW Wheel Drives Offer Best-in-Class Mobile Robot Solutions
From: ElectroCraftDescription: Automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) are key elements in optimizing the efficiency and profitability of an automated warehouse. Minimizing the total cost of ownership ...
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eBook: 3 Easy Steps to Prevent Condensation in Electric Actuators
From: Indelac Controls, Inc.Description: Starting with an understanding of what condensation is, why it occurs, and how to anticipate it, is key in understanding how to manage condensation n electric actuators. ...
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eBook: Selection Guide on Electric Actuators
From: Indelac Controls, Inc.Description: This eBook will serve as a guide for those interested in specifying or purchasing an electric actuator, but need more information to ensure they select the right product that best fits the specifics ...
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Meeting the Demand for Smaller and More Reliable Power Modules with the X Series RC-IGBTs
Description: Modern power conversion involves an array of applications from electric vehicle onboard chargers (OBCs) and fast DC chargers to solar micro-inverters and larger industrial laser, welding, and ...
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Mechanical Circulatory Support Devices Excel with Brushless DC Motor Technology
From: PortescapDescription: When the heart is healthy, the heart beats at a normal pace and delivers the right amount of blood. Unfortunately, acute or advanced heart failure can temporarily stop the heart from pumping; this can ...
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Bringing Our Latest Motion Innovations to Life
From: PortescapDescription: The teams at Portescap are constantly in motion, and this is perhaps nowhere more apparent than in the launch of our latest product developments. Sparked by customer feedback and driven by technical ...
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Improvements and Enhancements on the Portescap eStore
From: PortescapDescription: In the year and a half since its launch, the Portescap eStore has quickly become a go-to destination for sourcing miniature motor prototypes in the online space. Our ultimate goal when launching the ...
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Miniature Motors Help Improve Breast Cancer Management
From: PortescapDescription: Brushless slotted DC gear motors are able to fully meet these challenging performance requirements for powered breast biopsy devices, which allow doctors to take multiple tissue samples from a single ...
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Motion Solutions Improve Breathing Quality Air with Powered Air-Purifying Respirator Systems
From: PortescapDescription: The heart of the PAPR system is the blower's motor unit, which drives the blower itself. Each PAPR system is different and features unique application specifications that are wholly unique to each use ...
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Integrated Power Loss Brake Features Lower Energy Consumption and Reduce Costs in Data-Center Fan Applications
Description: Modern server applications need uninterrupted service. Accommodating this requirement can result in adverse scenarios-from inefficient airflows created by reverse-rotating fan blades that have lost ...
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Learn the Basics of Motor and Drive Efficiency
From: Newark, An Avnet CompanyDescription: This learning module discusses methods of improving motor and drive efficiency with the use of variable frequency drives (VFD). ...
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What's the Duty Cycle of Linear Actuators
Description: In your search for the right actuator, you may be wondering what is the duty cycle of an electric actuator and how does it affect your application? When selecting an linear actuator, its duty cycle ...
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3-DOF Precision Positioning Stages Supporting Laser Assisted Wafer Slicing
Description: Granite-based XY-Theta positioning stages with direct-drive motors and air bearings for ultra-high precision 3-axis motion ...
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XY-Theta Stages Improve Quality and Throughput in High Precision Test, Manufacturing, and Quality Assurance Applications
Description: High Performance XYT 3-Axis Assemblies with Industrial Automation Controllers for Machine Builders ...
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Understanding the Wiring and Programming of a Labeler Application
Description: Tutorial: Labeling machines are commonly used as part of the packaging process and must be precise. The setup process for wiring and programming can be complex; here's how make it simpler. ...
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High-Speed Precision for 3-D Images
From: Mad City Labs, Inc.Description: High-Speed Precision for 3-D Images ...
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Long Range Motion with Nanometer Precision
From: Mad City Labs, Inc.Description: New techniques require high precision with minuscule scanning dimensions ...
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XYT 3-Axis Assemblies Improve Quality and Throughput in High Precision Test, Manufacturing, and Quality Assurance Applications
Description: High Performance Motion Systems with Industrial Automation Controllers for Machine Builders ...
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Multi-Axis Positioning Stages: What is the Difference between Parallel and Stacked Positioning Systems?
Description: When it comes to situations where a high-performance multi-axis positioning system with 4, 5, and 6-axis motorized stages is required, the traditional approach of stacking individual single-axis ...
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Speed up Industrial Camera Manufacturing with Active Alignment: Adimec's Advanced Production Process
Description: The manufacturing of a high-performance industrial camera is a complex process that requires a lot more than the use of fasteners, connectors, and adhesives to integrate all electrical and mechanical ...
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Study - Interaction and Function of Nonmagnetic Ceramic Motors and Rotation Stages in Strong Magnetic Fields
Description: Understanding of the use of PILine® precision motion stages in strong magnetic fields, or in environments where the drive needs to behave neutrally in a magnetic sense. ...
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Choose the Right Drive System for Your Biologic Injection Device
From: PortescapDescription: Thanks to advances in biotechnology, new and innovative biologic drugs are gaining popularity. That's good news for patients, but biologics present drug delivery challenges. ...
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Commercial-Off-The-Shelf Motors Decrease Aerospace & Defense Development Time
From: PortescapDescription: Most projects in the aerospace and defense (A&D) market require stringent specifications to develop a robust and durable product capable of operation in extreme environments. ...
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How to Integrate a Brake With Your Mini Motor Application
From: PortescapDescription: While alternative torque control devices could be used, electromagnetic brakes can combine precision with a compact, reliable, energy efficient and cost-effective design. ...
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Intro to Linear Stages: From the Basics to Design Factors
From: ABTech, Inc.Description: Let's look at what linear stages are and what they do. ...