Motion Control

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How F-35 Parts Got Shipped to China; Plastics Fire Aftermath in Michigan; Chemical Leak at Purina Plant | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 288
Also on the podcast, Caterpillar commits $1 billion to expand U.S. manufacturing, criminal conspiracy targets cooking oil and new exoskeleton helps users walk upright again.
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CNC press machine with cylindrical punch tool positioned above metal workpiece with two circular cavities
Motion Control
Unlocking Full Potential of Five-Axis Machining
It requires more than sophisticated motion control.
April 14, 2026
Three PI linear motion systems of increasing size with motorized drives and aluminum rails, marked as new product
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Modular, Cartesian Gantry System Engineered for Precise Automation
The platform combines large travel ranges with nanometer sensor resolution.
February 24, 2026
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Products
High Precision Micro-Positioning Actuators
Their low backlash and non-rotating, linearly guided tips minimize tilt.
October 21, 2025
Industrial technicians reviewing data analytics on computer screens wearing safety vests and helmets
Equipment
Future-Proofing Your Motion Control With Servo Drive Upgrades
Here are the steps design professionals should take to arrange these installations.
July 25, 2025
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Planetary Gearheads Deliver High Torque with Minimal Volume
The gearheads can be combined with a wide range of motors.
May 29, 2025
Top Headlines
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Mini Linear Servo Motor Features High Accuracy, Repeatability
December 1, 2025
Precision multi-axis mechanical positioning stage with black metal components and adjustable rails
High Precision Three-Axis Yaw, Pitch and Roll Stages
November 5, 2025
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Stabilus Brings a New Class of Linear Actuators to Americas Industrial Markets
August 13, 2025
Siemens new automation applications.
Siemens Launches Motion Control System for Basic Automation Applications
May 16, 2025
Khk Sized
Extensive Line of Premium Metric Gear Racks
April 15, 2025
Piab's Picobot Electric model.
Piab Furthers Picobot Robotic Arm Product Development
February 4, 2025
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High-Performance DC Motors Provide Flexible Voltage Variants
January 20, 2025
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High Efficiency Joint Drive Caters to Autonomous Mobile Robots
December 6, 2024
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Optimized Assembly Press Workstation for Automated Joining
November 13, 2024
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Slotless Thin-Section Motors Ideal for High-Precision Applications
October 30, 2024
Equipped with a large production facility, an extensive machine workshop and its own test laboratory, almost anything is possible at Faulhaber Micromo in Clearwater.
Q&A: I'm Impressed By These Very Small Drive Systems
May 20, 2024
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Compact Rod Motors For Effective Linear Thrust Generation
May 14, 2024
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Another U.S. Medtech Company Hit by Cyberattack
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Another U.S. Medtech Company Hit by Cyberattack
It comes less than a week after Stryker's global network was disrupted.
April 9, 2026
The M3-RS-U2 Rotary Stage was redesigned and introduced in 2022 optimized for high-volume production.
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Rotary Micro Stage Surpasses 7 Million Moves
That's the equivalent of more than 65 years in service.
November 21, 2023
Emerson
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Emerson Buys Factory Automation Capabilities with Afag Acquisition
Afag serves customers in the battery manufacturing, automotive, packaging, medical, life sciences and electronics markets.
August 18, 2023
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Hollow Core Linear Voice Coil Servo Motor
It may be used to achieve resolutions of less than 1 micron when used in closed loop servo applications.
May 31, 2023
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FHA-C Actuator with Integrated Servo Drive
The FHA-C Mini Actuator is built to withstand high loads and harsh environments.
May 22, 2023
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Conveyor for High-Speed, Precision Operations
The unit features a high-contrast 8-inch touchscreen used to manage the speed, mode of operation, and the LED emitters.
March 29, 2023
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World’s Smallest Servo Drives
Denali offers an enhanced hardware architecture as well as optimized power management.
January 31, 2023
The Autonomyo exoskeleton is an active walking aid that supports the weakened muscles and enables an intuitive sequence of movements that mimics the natural sequence.
Devices
How the Autonomyo Exoskeleton Promises to Help Patients Walk Again
And the components that make it happen.
September 8, 2022
Portescap Athlonix DC coreless miniature motors meet demanding intrinsic safety application requirements.
Motion Control
How to Select the Best Electromagnetic Brake for Your Miniature DC Motor
When you need to hold, stop or slow down a moving load, it pays to understand the benefits and drawbacks of the various styles of electromagnetic brakes.
July 20, 2022
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Calculating ROI for Automation Projects
Here are the top 6 factors manufacturers should always consider.
June 27, 2022
High-speed bearings are crucial in dentistry tools that can rotate at speeds of up to 400,000 RPM.
Motion Control
How Ceramic Bearings Can Prolong Dentistry Equipment Life
Ceramic bearings may be more expensive than steel bearings, but they are typically made to high-quality standards.
June 7, 2022
The 15000 Series stepper motor linear actuator from Ametek Haydon Kerk Pittman is now available with an encoder option.
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Actuators Add Encoder Option for Medical Automation
Resolutions ranging from 0.02 millimeter to 0.10 millimeter per step.
June 6, 2022
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Motion Launches Mi Fluid Power Solutions Brand
The new brand unifies multiple fluid power business units.
June 2, 2022
XACT ACE Robotic System is the first and only technology that combines image-based procedure planning and real time monitoring with hands free precise robotic insertion and non-linear steering.
Devices
Xact Gets FDA Clearance for Robotic Ablation Insertion
The proprietary robotic insertion and non-linear steering precisely delivers instruments to a desired target in the body.
May 18, 2022
TBM2G motors also remove the sizing limitation that engineers often face when using off-the-shelf strain wave gearing.
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Kollmorgen Debuts New Robot-Ready Frameless Servo Motors
TBM2G motors remove the sizing limitation that engineers often face when using off-the-shelf strain wave gearing.
April 19, 2022