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Moog and Thompson Friction Welding Develop World’s Largest Linear Friction...
East Aurora, NY USA – Moog and Thompson Friction Welding have developed the world’s largest linear friction welding machine. It is capable of welding a surface area of 10,000 mm2 (15 in2), nearly twice...
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Learn How to Build Simpler Mobile Off-Highway Machines
Thomson introduces a micro-site that provides substantive educational information detailing how electric linear actuators provide superior performance and significantly simplified operation at a lower...
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Curtiss-Wright Implements PROFINET IO Communications on Tritex II
Curtiss-Wright Corporation (NYSE:CW) announced that its Exlar business units will implement the PROFINET IO with its Tritex II actuators. PROFINET is the Ethernet based automation standard of PROFIBUS...
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Linear Evolution
by Miles Budimir, Senior Editor From nanometer resolution to high-force actuation, components for linear motion systems are changing with the times. Linear motion components like encoders and actuators...
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Moog and Thompson Friction Welding Develop World’s Largest Linear Friction...
East Aurora, NY USA – Moog and Thompson Friction Welding have developed the world’s largest linear friction welding machine. It is capable of welding a surface area of 10,000 mm2 (15 in2), nearly twice...
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Video: Electric H-Track actuators from Altra Industrial Motion: Hydraulics...
In a recent video with Paul J. Heney, I got the chance to review the features of an H-Track actuator from Warner Linear of Altra Industrial Motion. As we detail, applications abound for medical,...
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Which type of linear actuator is best for thrust forces?
When an application requires pure thrust forces, the best type of linear actuator is often a rod-style actuator. Also referred to as “thrust actuators” and (when a motor is integrated) “electric...
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Smart mechatronics add capabilities to linear motion applications
Today’s manufacturing system OEMs and automation end users are constantly seeking technology advancements to help make their lives easier. Industry 4.0 innovations have spurred a new class of smart...
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