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Magnetic material magnifies motor efficiency
Its use in all motors operating worldwide today could result in the elimination of ten 1 GW power plants.
New brushless DC motor with integrated driver saves space and time
The compact motors offer almost 50% more continuous torque over similar comparative motors without compromising on smooth operation and long service life.
Clippard receives US patent for the new eclipse proportional isolation valve
The valve is ideal in critical applications for liquid or gas delivery requiring ultra-fine resolution and excellent repeatability.
New split seam, extra clearance compression limiters from SPIROL
The compression limiter has a flexible diameter to accommodate wide hole tolerances and a seam designed to prevent interlocking in the free state.
Video: Students to solve manufacturing challenge for linear motion supplier Rockford Ball Screw
Student engineers are tasked to solve a real-world engineering challenge with practical benefits for their sponsor company.
Thermal Management: Cool Down With igus® Bearings
Developing new and more efficient automotive thermal management solutions is better with iglide® plastic bearings. Watch this webinar to discover their advantages and how they compare to the competition.
NBK's anti-vibration couplings help bring out your servo system's performance
You can speed up your servo system by using NBK's XG-series couplings. The key is vibration absorption rather than torsional stiffness. You can see the actual performance in this video.
See your solution for accurately measuring torque in challenging conditions
Himmelstein's bearingless torquemeters deliver with +0.01% accuracy and torque ranges from 5 Nm to 2.5 MNm.
Keyless POWER-LOCK® ensures more durable drive shaft connections
Tsubaki's keyless POWER-LOCK® system solves common problems associated with keyway connections while driving efficiencies.
First-ever precision measurement/loading system for GRIN optical thin film measurement
Ultra-precision air bearing manufacturers of motion systems, spindles, rotary tables and linear slides. Accuracies <0.000,001 in 0.025 µm.
Technique taps potential for harnessing geothermal heat
The analysis determined the maximum amount of geothermal energy that could be extracted using ground-source heat pumps in a case study of western Switzerland.
Watch: Titanium 'halo' saves F1 driver's life
The highly engineered safety features of a modern F1 car saved a life during a violent crash.
Hybrid assist motor under development for automotive application
The motor is designed without heavy iron core and copper windings and offers up to 250 kW power range, up to 25,000 RPM and power density of up to 12 kW/kg.
How to reduce the cost of seals
The drive to reduce the cost of consumables, such as seals, is a constant pressure. Companies are continually looking to reduce costs to maintain or increase profitability in challenging economic conditions.
Special requirements call for custom coupling solutions
While oftentimes standard products are ideal, there are instances when an application challenge requires something other than a standard solution.
Video: Electric aircraft can go for distance with high power density motor
A new approach to electric propulsion promises to sustain long-distance aircraft flight by combining an electric motor and inverter into one lightweight unit.
Reduce vehicle noise and vibrations with iglide® plastic bearings
Discover what makes self-lubricating iglide® plastic bearings perfect for reducing squeaking, rattling and vibrations inside vehicles.
New ASME subsidiary acquires Techstreet standards management business from Clarivate
The International Society of Interdisciplinary Engineers LLC, a new for-profit subsidiary of ASME, has acquired Techstreet.
5 tips for implementing an integrated stepper linear actuator system
Stepper motors are commonly used to translate motion from rotary to linear. Selecting the right combination of electrical and mechanical components is complicated by the various options for precision positioning systems.
Seals designed for the demands of food and beverage manufacturing
Shaft seals for food and beverage equipment need to be readily cleanable, dryable, sanitary, resistant to product entrapment to avoid cross contamination, and must withstand repeated cleanings, various cleaning solutions and large temperature variations.