These stepper drives consolidate motion control functions into the application software of the primary logic or machine controller, rather than in individual axes. Source URL: Applied Motion Products introduces STF…
The new installations of HP Jet Fusion Printing Systems at the Lanwan Intelligence – HP Multi Jet Fusion Technology Mass Manufacturing Center in Foshan, China. (Image courtesy of HP.) HP…
James Anderton: On an automotive assembly line, or in consumer goods, or in anyplace where you’re spot-welding high-volume sheet metal assemblies, line space is at a premium. Ideally, of course,…
The HART 7 position transmitter’s LCD display and navigation buttons permit local 5-point calibration for setup on linear applications. Diagnostic capabilities include measurements such as percent valve is open/closed, open…
The GPL-V (shaft) and GPL-H (hollow) have a backlash of ≤0.1 arc minute and are planetary gearboxes for horizontal and vertical robotic applications. Tilting rigidity results in positioning accuracy with…
CLPA’s activity with the OPCF aims to expand its existing CSP+ (Control & Communication System Profile) technology from just describing individual devices and to apply it to complete machines and…
A non-contacting linear motor measuring 8.7 in. [223 mm] long x 3.0 in. [75 mm] wide x 1.7 in. [43 mm] high this LIM operates on the same principal as…
The recently published Gartner Magic Quadrant evaluates multiple integrated risk management solution providers who serve the needs of security and risk management leaders across a spectrum of use cases. Source…
Mechanical engineering student Nathan Moormann is building and testing an electrical discharge machining setup for his Protégé Program project. (Image courtesy of Corrie Stookey/UC.) Engineering is cross-disciplinary, requiring multiple facets…
One criticism of industrial robots is that they aren’t always up to snuff when it comes to the speed and flexibility we take for granted in human workers. Even today,…