Eitel on Design

Some thoughts on digital integration of motion systems https://bit.ly/4wHqEBc

Some thoughts on digital integration of motion systems In a recent conversation with colleagues, we touched on how manufacturing is undergoing a fundamental transformation with motion systems in these settings

PSA: Self-locking gearmotors aren’t brakes https://bit.ly/4te8tAd

PSA: Self-locking gearmotors aren’t brakes Fractional-horsepower gearmotors must satisfy unique application requirements. In some cases, OEM design engineers specify gearmotors containing worm gearing to leverage the self-locking nature of this gear type. However, the locking characteristic of worm gears is often misunderstood and misapplied...

2026 Power Transmission issue: Customization rules the world https://bit.ly/4eWnBib

2026 Power Transmission issue: Customization rules the world  The 2026 Power Transmission issue of Design World details several ways in which electromechanical systems are being customized to extremely specific

Integrated servomotors bring realtime motion control to a parallel-kinematics platform https://bit.ly/4tODU5o

Integrated servomotors bring realtime motion control to a parallel-kinematics platform To showcase the performance of a line of servomotors, a parallel platform was recently built to control the motion of a ping-pong ball in realtime. Complementing the synchronized servo actuation are visual feedback and realtime kinematic computation. A new three-axis parallel platform demonstrates t...

Conveyor layouts that support automation and future expansion https://bit.ly/3ODio4i

Conveyor layouts that support automation and future expansion Customizing a conveyor layout to both current and future needs requires adaptability. Modular components, automation technology, and capacity buffers can

Quick look at Chieftek’s new S1 robot arm — https://bit.ly/47g54IY

Quick look at Chieftek's new S1 robot arm At the recent MD&M West 2026, we asked Henry Chou of Chieftek Precision USA a couple impromptu questions about the new S1 compact robot. The six-axis

This was a short and sweet piece we got to print with Altech Corp. on components used for elevator safety — https://bit.ly/4ueWKTV

Safety electronics make elevators modern Advanced safety relays, terminal blocks, and emergency stops in elevators ensure passenger and technician safety. Laszlo Gyorgypal | Product and quality

I love family trees of components. Here's one to accompany a piece on which kinds of robotics use which kinds of gear, motor, and control technologies: https://bit.ly/4rccvsx

Example integrations of motion control and robotics Garnering much attention these days are industrial robotics and their integration of motion components and incorporation into workcells with other motion-based automated equipment. Such robotic workcells also feature conveyors, vision systems, and machines to automate specific tasks. So, what makes....

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