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Five Tips for Specifying Motion Systems for Step and Settle Applications
[Editor’s note: For a detailed discussion of how to specify the stage for step and settle applications, see our whitepaper https://www.motionsolutions.com/white-papers/how-to-choose-the-best-motion-system-for-your-step-and-settle-application/ Step and settle motion is a fundamental support technology for a variety of critical systems, such as DNA sequencers, semiconductor wafer-inspection systems, diagnostic imagers, and more. While OEMs typically...
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Modeling and FEA Expertise Deliver Better Designs Faster
Finite element analysis (FEA) lets engineers explore the behavior of complex systems under real use conditions, running simulation after simulation to optimize overall performance by way of small design tweaks. The challenge is that FEA results are only as accurate as the simulation setup, as the saying goes, “garbage in...
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How to Choose the Best Motion System for Your Step and Settle Application
Step and settle motion plays a critical role in applications ranging from life-sciences to medical to semiconductor and materials science. In systems like DNA sequencers, diagnostic imagers, or wafer-inspection systems, stages are fundamental to the success of the product. Selecting positioning equipment for these demanding applications is a complex balance of performance versus cost.
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Stepper Motors and the Myth of Lost Steps
Stepper or Servo? An often-asked question when specifying a motor for a motion control system. Knowing when to use which can be important in the accuracy, performance, and cost of your machine.
7 Tips for Selecting a Linear Bearing
Do you know the key areas to focus on when specifying a linear bearing? Areas such as preload, cleanliness, seals, material requirements, lubrication, duty cycle, etc. In our Engineering Insights article – “7 Tips for Selecting a Linear Bearing” we highlight the key considerations to determine your priorities and optimize your precision motion system.
How You Can Use Preload to Optimize Precision Motion!
How Preloading Linear Bearings Can Optimize Precision Motion Preload is an important degree of design freedom that can be used to fine-tune the performance of a motion system. By modifying the preload, designers can optimize the performance of the system for greater stiffness or smoother motion. Making the most effective...
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