Profitable linear-motion
design
Engineers building linear-motion systems can use ground-up DIY approaches or purchase complete turnkey solutions. Here we explain where each tactic is most profitable.
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How should designers pick between building linear-motion designs in-house or purchasing pre-engineered assemblies? What is there to consider when determining the best design approach? The answers to these questions all begin and end with the details of the engineering process and the machine for which an assembly is being designed. All approaches to linear-motion builds have advantages and disadvantages — and so (as with most engineering) incur design tradeoffs. Planning ahead with realistic budgeting and looking at the long-term functions of a machine can provide machine builders and end users with the most profitable setup.
John Brokaw and Kent Martins | Valin Corp.
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