Robot end effectors are required in environments from the deep sea to the surgical theatre. While position control is necessary, the application must also integrate force sensing to ensure sensitive handling.
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Direct-drive motion solutions have a performance advantage over conventional mechanical transmission systems, but this comes at a premium. However, considering the value of the reduction in the total cost of ownership that can be presented to end users, integrating a direct-drive solution could help OEMs increase their rewards.
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Kollmorgen has released a new range of frameless servo motors that increase speed and torque within a compact and lightweight footprint. The new TBM2G motors, distributed in the UK by INMOCO, are designed for cobot and similar robot joint control applications.
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Three-axis embedded PCB motion controllers are integral for applications such as robotic arm control. While high volume and specific development needs might drive towards an in-house build, minimising development time and lowering cost for smaller volumes is an advantage of buying in a controller. Comparing these approaches, a hybrid option can also offer the best of both worlds.
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Absolute encoders provide surgical robots with the levels of positional control that are necessary in a demanding environment. Requiring performance in dexterity and ergonomic flexibility that enhances human skill, combined with faultless reliability, it's crucial to select feedback technology that delivers across these areas. Celera Motion’s latest through-bore inductive angle encoder has been designed specifically for surgical robot applications.
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