New RoHS compliant 1525 & 3153 Brushless Motors with Integrated Drive Electronics
have long life and are more powerful than ever before. The motors have been optimized technically and functionally, equipped with Neodymium magnets (NdFeB), and achieve 1.8 mNm continuous output torque for 1525 BRC and 28 mNm for the 3153 BRC. Visit MicroMo Electronics, Inc. online for more information. |
The importance of vacuum flow in robotic material-handling applications
This technical article educates manufacturing engineers on the importance of high vacuum flow during robotic material-handling applications. What's the difference between traditional centralized architectures and decentralized architectures? This piece also highlights key factors to consider for optimized material-handling efficiency.
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Can a little technology help prevent heat stroke?
Biological engineering students at the University of Arkansas have developed a wireless biosensor that can accurately record and monitor a football player's body temperature in real time while the player is active. The prototype designed by students in the College of Engineering contributes to research into a commercial product that could prevent death due to heat stroke.
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Electric Replacement for Hydraulics!
Exlar's electric linear actuators deliver the force of hydraulics and the speed of pneumatics. The patented roller screw technology offers peak forces in excess of 40,000 lbf., speeds to 60 in/sec, and stroke lengths to 96 inches, all with the ease and reliability of servo control. Visit Exlar online for more information. |
Improving laser component production
TRUMPF Inc. sought a better way to produce the high-precision components of their lasers, fabricating machine structures, and related assemblies. They required a flexible solution that would still yield maximum accuracy, reduce time-to-part, and provide material cost savings. The solution was found in two DMG five-axis universal machining centers, equipped with twin rotating pallets and a Fastems automated loading system, powered by Siemens CNCs.
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High-maintenance work dynamics may affect performance
Take the co-worker with whom you always seem to be somewhat out of sync. So much of your psychic energy is consumed trying to get on the same page with him that by the time you get home you are too drained to do much of anything, never mind read any of those books you were compelled to buy on office politics. Confirming what many of us have suspected anecdotally, new research from Northwestern University shows that high-maintenance or difficult interactions indeed drain us — often markedly — and can impair success on subsequent unrelated tasks.
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