• Motion System Design

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    Encoders
    Using the right technology to measure position and rpm of a rotating shafts requires that designers understand the nuances of the various types of encoders.
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    Few lubricants are asked to do so much or endure such a rigorous approval process.
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    Cleanroom
    What precautions should be taken to ensure linear motion devices don’t contaminate cleanrooms?
    A technician at the Air Force Research Laboratory on WrightPatterson Air Force Base holds the prototype of a sweat sensor that could help in safely training soldiers and monitoring them while on missions
    A personal biosensor analyzes a soldier’s sweat to determine his health during training and missions.
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    What is the angle θ at which Roger begins to leave the surface? Let's find out.
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    Assume there’s no friction on the track and kitty has perfect balance. From how high must Thrasher the Cat start to make it safely around the loop without falling off due to gravity...
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    Field report: One anodizing plant switched to using shear brakes on its overhead cranes to reduce costly downtime.
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    If only it were as simple as choosing an energy-efficient motor. The truth is that many components must work together for motion design efficiency. Software analysis can help ...