Vertical lift is required in a range of medical equipment where accessibility and comfort can improve care and patient outcomes.
Finding components that perfectly suit the needs of an application can often be frustrating. Design engineers will often have to compromise their original design to some degree in order to match the components that are available.
LG Motion recently delivered a six-axis, vacuum-compatible precision motion system to AWE Aldermaston that is used to determine the properties of X-ray diffraction crystals prior to installation into X-ray sensitive diagnostics for fielding on laser plasma experiments.
Electric linear actuators are being used as an alternative to hydraulic cylinders to facilitate fast and reliable bucket replacement on a line of wheeled loaders.
Linear motion systems are exposed to a range of extreme industrial environments. Careful specification and selection of motion system components, as well as a thoughtful engineering review can mitigate risks in harsh industrial conditions. Niklas Sjöström reports.