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Vanderbilt Is at the Forefront of Robotic Surgery

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Austin Weber
September 8, 2016

Robots are used in many large hospitals to deliver supplies and assist doctors with delicate surgical procedures. In the future, robotic surgery will become the routine rather than the exception.


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Innovative Conveyors Maximize Use of Space

Innovative Conveyors Maximize Use of Space

New conveyor technologies are giving plant managers more options to make better use of existing space.
Stacy Johnson
September 8, 2016

Walk into any modern assembly and packaging facility, and the conveyor systems may very well resemble roller coasters at an amusement park—going up steep inclines, moving down drops, and twisting and turning around equipment and machinery as they transfer product from one area of the plant to another.


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Gantry handling system quickens sensor soldering

Gantry handling system quickens sensor soldering

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Jim Camillo
September 8, 2016

Today’s typical automobile features nearly 100 exterior and interior sensors, with the number likely to increase in the near future. Those located on the outside (axle load, steering angle, blind spots, air temperature, etc.) require special protection from the elements and unique production methods.


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Streamlined Wiring Quickens Tire-Assembly-Machine Production

Streamlined Wiring Quickens Tire-Assembly-Machine Production

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Jim Camillo
August 4, 2016

Successful manufacturers never get tired of facing new market challenges. This statement applies to companies across all industries—including those involved in the annual manufacturing of more than 1 billion tires worldwide.


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Lab automation depends on accurate motion control

Lab automation depends on accurate motion control

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John Sprovieri
August 4, 2016

The advent of laboratory automation systems has made a significant impact on clinical diagnostics, drug discovery, food and agricultural research, and forensics.


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Linear Bearings Smooth Over Camera Design Problem

Linear Bearings Smooth Over Camera Design Problem

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Jim Camillo
June 3, 2016

A few years ago, Brian Gattman, senior mechanical engineer at Fluke Corp., faced a big problem when designing the company’s new handheld TI400 thermal imaging camera. The off-the-shelf bearings he wanted to use in it were too big and had a too-high coefficient of friction. By working closely with the supplier, however, he was able to have the bearings custom made to meet both design specifications.


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Air-Bearing Technology Gives Aerospace Industry a big Lift

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Jim Camillo
June 3, 2016

Aircraft manufacturing has changed significantly in recent years. Instead of being assembled in one spot, most aircraft today are built on moving assembly lines similar to those used by automakers. Despite this evolution, however, many aerospace manufacturers still rely on hydraulic jacks, tuggers or overhead cranes to move aircraft through the various manufacturing stages.


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How to Choose Between Electric and Pneumatic Actuators and Grippers

March 8, 2016

There are many factors that play a role in choosing the proper drive mechanism for your automation equipment.


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How To Cut Operating Costs by Integrating Servo-Controlled ElectricPresses and Accessories Into Automated Pressing Systems

March 8, 2016

To increase productivity, manufacturers are continually looking for new ways to automate their assembly processes.


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How to Assemble to a Function Ball Joint Assembly

March 8, 2016

Quality has been the holy grail of manufacturing for more than 40 years.


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