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World-leading prosthetics in SOLIDWORKS

World-leading prosthetics in SOLIDWORKS

Steeper is a leading manufacturer of innovative prosthetic, orthotic and assistive technology. Based in Leeds, its prosthetic development team has developed some of the world’s best upper extremity prosthetics including its bebionic range and natural Skinergy coverings. The company also works in partnership with the NHS in the UK as well as the London Prosthetics Centre to provide cutting-edge prosthetic services.

Enhancing performance and safety of medical implantable devices with multiphysics simulation

Enhancing performance and safety of medical implantable devices with multiphysics simulation

At St. Jude Medical, ventricle assist devices are developed to improve the lives of patients with heart failure. Numerical simulation is used throughout the design process to characterise diverse concurrent aspects of the design, from thermal effects and fluid dynamics to power transfer.

What is the smallest speed increment that can be set on a servo motor?

What is the smallest speed increment that can be set on a servo motor?

Andrew Fallows, managing director of Motor Technology, considers a frequently asked question on the issue of speed control and offers some advice to engineers.

Motion control to automation solution: How KEB is Automation with Drive

Motion control to automation solution: How KEB is Automation with Drive

KEB’s humble beginnings started with high quality, reliable electromagnetic brakes and clutches to give basic motion control. This is still a strong part of the business and alongside the industrial range there is a separate automotive division, supplying into major manufacturers.

Performance and flexibility: Bauer delivers for the drinks industry

Performance and flexibility: Bauer delivers for the drinks industry

Yasar Yüce, Product Manager for Bauer Gear Motor, explains how modular gear motor designs can help drinks manufactures deliver on energy, hygiene and productivity demands.

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