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MICROMO's motor calculation guide offers a concise, essential reference for determining mechanical power requirements, torque-speed curves, and numerical, sample and...

This article describes the ways in which Ethernet can be moved off the desktop, out into the real world, and used to provide reliable communications with remote sensors in harsh environments.

A new version of NFPA 79, the main standard governing the electrical safety of industrial machines, drastically changes the compliance picture. To read more about the changes and how...

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This informative white paper explains how to facilitate data communication between modern, digital devices and legacy equipment and protocols.

There are two primary types of hinges: 1) a free fit hinge where there is little to no friction or drag when the latch or handle is rotated. Hinge components are “free” to rotate independent of one another, and...

To select the most cost-effective alignment component, Design Engineers must focus on required positional tolerances, cost of secondary operations (reaming/honing holes), overall assembly...

Inserts for Plastics allow designers to replace machined and cast metal components with plastic to achieve significant cost and weight savings without any loss of joint strength - even in...

Based on years of experience in selecting the correct polymer system for our customer’s special engineering applications, we thought we would share some of the lessons learned.

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Designers have several options when constructing pneumatic-control systems. But modular air-logic systems are often a good bet when a compact,...

Controlling the flow of liquid or gas by means of a fixed orifice is largely dependent upon controlling all the variables that may effect the coefficient of discharge ( cd value) of the orifice

Predicting the life of rubbery sealing elements used in severe environments, represented by high temperature and/or aggressive fluids, is rather difficult.

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Control system developers must quickly respond to changing performance, safety and feature requirements. Learn how the Intel® Industrial Control Reference Design facilitates the migration to a flexible modular architecture, simplifying system development.

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This quick-reference user guide, for engineers and designers, talks about the guidelines and limitations for rapid injection molding. Learn how to get the best possible results for your real plastic molded parts.

Every process has its guidelines and limitations, injection molding is no exception. With this paper designers can address the challenges of parts that have indentations, through-holes, and other features that don’t point straight up or down.

Too often the coating of parts is an afterthought for design engineers. Rather than being a part of the discussion in the early stages of design, designers try to solve problems with coatings at the point of manufacturing...

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To get the longest working life out of linear bearings, keep them clean and well lubricated. With all the focus on linear motion performance, machine builders often overlook simple, easily...

This white paper demonstrates the importance of selecting the best prototyping process for every project, including the pros and cons of each process, attribute comparisons, and impact on time-to-market.

Continuous Level Float Sensors are a long-established level measurement technology ideal for a wide range of industrial applications. Learn more about the principles and practical uses of this standard, reliable sensor for accurate and continuous tank level measurement.

This paper about ball screw actuators reveals the affects of component design on load capacity, precision and rigidity. I also discuss how speed affects size considerations.

To demystify the semantic differences in the literature, this white paper considers six factors that affect ball spline load capacity and accuracy and how they can be manipulated.

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This paper introduces the unique capabilities of crossed roller bearings for the most demanding linear motion control. Nine topics, such as interchangeability and cage creep are addressed.

This paper about ball screw actuators reveals the affects of component design on load capacity, precision and rigidity. I also discuss how speed affects size considerations.

To demystify the semantic differences in the literature, this white paper considers six factors that affect ball spline load capacity and accuracy and how they can be manipulated.

Achieving High Performance: A Collaborative Approach for Motion Control Solutions is a white paper that allows design engineers and machine builders to better understand and leverage the role of an...

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Everyone wants to save energy. It costs less to use less energy. It’s the “green” and “cool” thing to do. And if you are in the market for a motor, the government may soon pay you to replace your inefficient motors with new...

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