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Ball Screws Powering the Next Generation of Braking
How Electro-Mechanical Brake Actuators Are Transforming Motion Control
As CEO of Helix Linear Technologies, I’ve had the privilege of watching our team engineer and deliver motion control solutions
Robotic arms are becoming increasingly essential in automation, manufacturing, and even healthcare. To build a robotic arm that performs with precision, stability, and durability, choosing the right c
<p><span>Can-stack stepper motor linear actuators offer an economical linear motion solution in a small package.</span></p><!--more-->Benefits and features of can-stack linear actuators include:<br><b
How Linear Actuator Systems Benefit Automatic Hospital Bed Design!
There are more hospital beds than nurses and doctors in any given hospital. As the gap continues to grow, so does the need for more efficient, automated hospital beds to help save time and resources.
Understanding Captive vs. Non-Captive Linear Stepper Motor Actuators
For a lead screw linear actuator to convert rotary motion into linear motion, there must be an anti-rotation element on the nut design where the lead screw is rotating. The anti-rotation feature app
The Top Five Benefits of Using an Electric Linear Actuator in Projects
When it comes to linear actuators for motion-control applications, there are several types to choose from. These include pneumatic, hydraulic, electric, or electro-mechanical. While the hydraulic and
Linear Actuators - Getting an Idea of When DIY Turns into Why!
We have all been there – you saw a great idea and thought, “I can do that.” Whether it was a repair on your car, a landscaping project in your backyard, or even a craft idea for your house, we have
Ball Screw Driven Linear Actuators = Large Load Carrying Capabilities
Today's linear motion and automation challenges require higher precision and faster speeds.
Ball screws offer an efficient means of converting rotary motion to linear motion. A ball screw is an impro
FAQ Friday: The Top 11 Linear Actuator Questions Answered Here
Linear actuators have a variety of applications depending on the industry. Helix Linear's actuators can be used for any application requiring linear motion. Our linear slides, stepper motor actuator
The 5 Crucial Steps to Designing Linear Actuators for Medical Devices
5 Steps to Designing Linear Actuators for Medical Devices
Although the term “linear actuator” can be defined broadly as any mechanical device that converts energy into controlled, straight-line
XY & XYZ Linear Actuators for Multi-Directional Motion
Linear motion positioning applications can often be addressed with a single-axis micro precision linear actuator consisting of a moving rail, a fixed base, a carrier plate, and a linear actuator. Howe
How Stepper Motor Linear Actuators Help Increase Efficiency
Linear actuators are mechanical devices used to generate motion in a straight line.
Linear actuators can be lead screw, ball screw or roller screw driven and are used in various industries and applica