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    Linear motor shaft sizing: Software in Excel for download

    Feb. 9, 2009
    One of the most straightforward tasks in linear motion system design is to specify a motor and drive combination that provides the force, speed, and acceleration required by the mechanical design

    One of the most straightforward tasks in linear motion system design is to specify a motor and drive combination that provides the force, speed, and acceleration required by the mechanical design. All too often, it is the most overlooked. Here, we offer an Excel file supplied by Nippon Pulse America, Inc. in conjunction with a recent article written by their Jeramé Chamberlain.

    View the LSM sizing example.

    Alternatively, for more information, visit nipponpulse.com.

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