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M o t i o n
Linear motors
make inroads into test equipment
Alexandre Barthlen European Control Systems Manager
Marcel Harter Student at ESTA Belfort
Joseph A. Profeta III, Ph.D. Director, Control Systems Group
Aerotech, Inc.
Ironless linear motors from Aerotech feature a noncontacting forcer coil and U-channel or flat rare-earth magnet track. The design eliminates backlash and wear and maintenance issues associated with ball screw, belt, and rack-and-pinion-based positioning systems.
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