Tiny insect-inspired robot can perform death-defying acrobatics
For tiny flying robots to make nimble manoeuvers, they need to be lightweight and agile, but also be capable of withstanding large forces. The high forces mean that most tiny insect robots can only fly for around twenty seconds…
Unitree’s G1 Humanoid Robots are RUNNING Now
Unitree unveiled a new video of its G1 humanoid robot running, walking and navigating diverse terrain, as well as a video of its taller H1 humanoid robot dancing. We dig into all the details. Watch…
Extended Range CoaXPress Solutions
The PHORTE fiber optic extenders enable reliable CoaXPress data transmission over distances up to 80 km, dramatically expanding the capabilities of machine vision systems beyond traditional copper cable limitations. Read more
Automatisering vereenvoudigd: Ontdek de 2D Grasping Kit van SCHUNK!
De 2D Grasping Kit van SCHUNK maakt grijpen eenvoudiger, sneller en slimmer! Dankzij een geïntegreerd vision-systeem detecteert de kit objecten nauwkeurig in een 2D-ruimte en berekent direct het optimale grijppunt. Lees verder [Bron foto: SCHUNK Nederland op linkedin.com]
CVC Series Circular Voice Coil Motor
Operating on electromagnetism, our Circular Voice Coil Motor (CVC) offers superior force, lightning-fast response, and precise motion. With no need for commutation, these high-performance electric linear motors excel in applications requiring pure frequency oscillation and sub-micron positional control when paired with high-resolution encoders. Read more [Picture source: PBA Group on linkedin.com]
Voor het verpakken van smalle maar zeer lange producten gebruiken wij een specifieke techniek: scarpen
Dankzij deze methode is het nu mogelijk om nog langere ISIBOX-dozen te produceren, terwijl het gewicht en de montagesnelheid behouden blijven. Lees verder
Tribotester brengt stick slip effecten glijlagers in beeld
Vanaf september 2024 heeft Thomas Vrakking bij IB Kracht bv stage gelopen.Tijdens zijn stage heeft hij zich verdiept in een fenomeen binnen de tribologie: stick-slip. Dit is een effect waarbij twee oppervlakken die over elkaar bewegen afwisselend vastgrijpen (stick) en plotseling loskomen (slip). Dit gedrag kan grote gevolgen hebben voor de prestaties, efficiëntie en levensduur van…
New milestone InMotion on discharging battery pack
Throughout the last 1,5 years the InMotion team has been working on the implementation of the Next Generation Battery Pack (NGBP) in the Revolution racecar. They have shown its charging capabilities before, but the discharging potential was still a future topic. Read more
Fluid power replacement solutions
Until 15 or 20 years ago electromechanical systems were unable to compete with fluid power in output and efficiency, but thanks to continual improvement they now offer advantages in many areas. Electromechanical actuators, equipped with a precision ball or roller screw and driven by an electric motor and gear unit, are coming into increasing use as…
Create a Virtual Environment with VMware Workstation Pro
Creation, maintenance and orchestration of virtual environments is part of software tester’s daily routine on most projects, especially when working with desktop applications. Virtual Machines (VMs) help you create isolated environments with different test configurations on a single machine eliminating the need for multiple pieces of hardware. At the end of 2024, the VMware company has announced a…