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Basics on shifting the machine motion to the cutting tool An industry expert answers questions about what toolholders do and the different styles used today. Figure 1. A toolholder transfers motion from the machine tool to the cutting edge itself. Toolholders provide the critical connection between a machine spindle and the cutting tool. They are…
Introduction This article reviews ring encoders and frameless resolvers, compares their merits, and presents an alternate approach. It’s especially suitable for engineers designing gimbals and electrical actuation systems for high-performance motion control. Ring encoders and frameless resolvers are generally the engineer’s first choice for accurate angle measurement of large diameter shafts. As soon as a shaft…
After giant aerospace companies duke it out for lucrative defense and commercial airline contracts, the subcontracting games begin. Opportunities can be plentiful, but shops in unfamiliar territory can get themselves into trouble when bidding on projects. Machine shops new to aerospace machining should be aware of the risks, not just the rewards. Why it’s daunting…