Motion control systems engineers work chiefly in two well-defined areas: 1) new designs and 2) redesigns or retrofits. This article examines the best approach for each option.

It is a simple fact: better lubrication can lead to dramatic energy savings and an improved bottom line. This ought to interest any plant manager who is looking for ways to reduce operating costs, and it is especially significant at a time when stricter government regulations are in direct contradiction to reducing costs. Lubrication reliability is the solution; this article will describe how manufacturing plants can use “lubrication reliability best-practices” to reduce their energy consumption, emissions and operating costs—all at the same time.

Bearings used to support main spindles on machine tools must be capable of higher speed and greater rigidity. This is true in that any main spindle that turns together with a tool or work piece mounted onto it is one of the critical machine tool components that directly affects machining efficiency and accuracy of the machine tool; and, the bearings that support the main spindle are the most critical machine elements on the machine tool.

The complete Technical Calendar from the October 2011 issue of Power Transmission Engineering.

The complete Industry News section from the August 2011 issue of Power Transmission Engineering.

This special product news section takes a look at the latest in motion control products.

The complete Technical Calendar section from the June 2011 issue of Power Transmission Engineering.

A new solution has been developed around the use of microprocessor-controlled prostheses. Just like natural limbs, these can react automatically, adapting to the current situation.

The technical calendar from the April 2011 issue of Power Transmission Engineering.

Nowadays, you can find scientists and engineers creating micro-robotic creatures for a slew of fascinating research projects.