In the Department of Design, Engineering and Mathematics at the University of Middlesex a Master’s Degree project has begun to look at ways that might allow robots and humans to work closer together by making the robot’s movements more akin to those of a human being.
The 60 year old family owned and run British business, Goss Springs, manufactures small, high precision components and assemblies from metal sheet and wire with diameters ranging from just 0.1mm to 8mm.
The availability of a wide range of sealed spherical roller bearings makes it possible to upgrade an extensive variety of equipment with a sealed bearing. So why is this significant, asks Phil Burge.
Fluke discovered that a custom low friction, self-aligning miniature linear ball bushing bearing could not only improve the accuracy of a new thermal imaging camera guide under development, but could also save money into the bargain.
Trying to reinvent the wheel is next to impossible. But re-designing concepts surrounding the wheel is a constant endeavour, from the automotive industry and high-tech landing gear for planes to skateboards and roller blades – and now, handmade bikes.