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Designing the world’s largest test system for wind turbines

Designing the world’s largest test system for wind turbines

When designing on the limit of what is physically possible, the things you might not consider a problem can become a huge challenge. R&D Test Systems experienced this when designing and developing the world’s largest nacelle test bench, “HALT XL”, at Lindø Offshore Renewable Center (LORC) in Denmark.

Ensuring the lifetime of a DC gearmotor with systematic reliability testing

Ensuring the lifetime of a DC gearmotor with systematic reliability testing

From industrial power tools to surgical robots, a motion solution that delivers high power density in a small package is a common requirement. However, integrating a gearmotor means that an assurance of reliability is crucial. 

New design opportunities for hydraulic systems

New design opportunities for hydraulic systems

Hydraulic cylinders present a challenge for engineers who want to design systems that will deliver many thousands of operations, while resisting failure from the common failure mechanisms of buckling and fatigue. Mattias Awad, Ovako’s Head of Marketing and Technology at Cromax AB, explains how specifying clean steel can achieve this.

Linear motion: Ask the expert

Linear motion: Ask the expert

Against the backdrop of rising energy costs, the need to increase productivity and reduce downtime is a key focus for manufacturers. However, when it comes to selecting linear actuators for motion applications, some questions may be raised about specifying an electric or pneumatic solution. Here, Simon Gass, Product Marketing Manager – Actuators at Norgren, answers some of the most asked questions.

Wireless technology: A winning formula

Wireless technology: A winning formula

Valtteri Bottas currently holds the record for the highest speed in a Formula 1 race, hitting 231.4mph in the 2016 Mexican Grand Prix. But what may seem like a fluke requires intensive testing before racers hit the track. Here, Robert Badcock, CEO of Mantracourt, discusses some of the challenges that motor teams face and how remote monitoring technology can help optimise a car for racing.

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