Motion Control & Mechatronics

Magnetic brakes have suffered from hysteresis, cogging, and low-power output for over 30 years. And they have lacked linearity, so users had to more than double

The Digit, a stepper-motor actuator from Ultra Motion, Cutchogue, N.Y., is based on an in-line design that couples the motor directly to the leadscrew

For electrical and mechanical design engineers in the process of developing applications, choosing a gearmotor can be a tricky and arduous process. Can motors and gearboxes be purchased...

The new K Series actuators from Exlar, Chanhassen, Minn. , mount to most types of motor and are available in several configurations and price points

Have you ever found yourself holding your breath while watching a crane position large steel beams atop a skyscraper construction project? You're not alone. Though catastrophic accidents...