Machine Design

Highlights

KPixMining/Dreamstime
Threaded inserts close-up with mirroring in box
Engineers need to understand the costs and performance of the two materials to get the most economical threaded insert.
Stepan Popov/Dreamstime
Plastic parts
Engineers need to match the adhesive to the plastic to get strong, durable bonds. They must also design the joint with the plastic in mind.
Dedmityay/Dreamstime
Iron casting in metallurgy
Cast irons include many metals having a wide variety of properties.
Cornelius20/Dreamstime
Gears concept
A simple mechanical part can reduce manufacturing costs and machine downtime.
Rittal
Rittal Enclosures
If temperatures get too high inside enclosures, electronics can fail prematurely.
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Linear motors are the most demanding part of point-to-point applications, requiring careful analysis to achieve accuracy and appropriate sizing.
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