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Differences between Cartesian, Six-Axis, and SCARA Robots
Cartesian Robot’s Load The load capacity of a robot (as specified by the manufacturer’s ) required to be greater than the total payload’s weight at the end of the robotic arm with tooling parts. SCARA and six-axis robots are constrained because they carry loads on extended components. For exampl...Read more -
How linear motion systems can lead to better performing diagnostic equipment
Medical facilities to deliver the most accurate and efficient. Motion control solutions from FUYU – which include linear actuators, ball-screw actuators and linear guides – are proving how they can make a difference when it comes to delivering clear and consistent real-time results. Diagnostic e...Read more -
Key Linear Motion Design Details For Harsh Environments
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. A critical step in designing any mechanical linear motio...Read more -
Top Five Mistakes in Choosing and Using Linear Guides
Specifying the guide itself is the easy-part learn how to avoid pitfalls in mounting, installation, and even choosing a plating. Linear guides are precision mechanical assemblies that operate as part of a system. As such, they can only perform to the degree that they are properly integrated into...Read more -
Linear motion for robotic handling in automated warehouses
When designing and configuring an automated warehouse, one design goal is to keep the system as light and compact as possible. Depending on the size of the load being moved, there are two common types of automated warehouses. In lighter applications, aluminum structures can handle loads up to 10...Read more -
Laser Welding Robots: The Future of High-Speed Manufacturing
An Introduction to Laser Welding Robots As manufactured components become more complex, demand for precise assembly solutions arises. This issue compounds as plastic manufacturing produces more sophisticated parts. Laser welding provides a solution for these issues. Laser welding also makes weld...Read more -
Cartesian Robots: Guide to The Most Scalable Robot Technology
Cartesian robots are a very common and simple robotic technology that manufacturers have used for decades. Across industries and applications, companies are reaping the rewards of this scalable technology. But what exactly are these robots? For which tasks can they be used? How do you know if it...Read more -
The Applications of Linear Robotics in Industrial Settings
Linear robots are a type of industrial robot that move only in a straight line as opposed to rotating in all directions. They typically feature two or three principal axes and function at right angles to each other. Linear robots are a highly specialized type of industrial robot that prove highl...Read more -
Linear Motion Systems in Automated RT-PCR Testing of Medical Applications
With near-constant updates on the number of COVID-19 cases confirmed globally, you’ve probably heard about various methods to screen for the virus that causes the disease. Although several, well-proven methods already exist to detect the virus, laboratories around the world are experimenting wit...Read more -
Miniature Linear Guides in Automated Medical Designs
FUYU Motion Technology supplies linear stages and motors, linear encoders, servo drives, direct-drive rotary tables, and linear guides to the medical device and laboratory industries. Of course, the original focus of FUYU was on the design and manufacture of miniature linear guides. Today these ...Read more -
Tips on Designing with Linear Components for Medical Devices
Medical device designs are evolving rapidly and demand higher standards to prevent medical liability issues. When designing with linear motion components, it is important to collaborate early for best results. The specifications for some medical applications may exceed the capabilities of standa...Read more -
Linear Actuator Designs for Vertical Lifts: How to Size a Jack?
Linear actuator designs for vertical lifts often take the form of worm screw jacks. There are several criteria by which a worm screw jack can be sized properly — six primary factors, to be exact. First is the basic tonnage rating of the jack. This is simply the overall capacity that a jack can ...Read more
