With advances in precision manufacturing and the advent of electronic preloading, the accuracy and performance of rack-and-pinion drives can match or exceed that offered by competing hardware – often with better durability, efficiency and economics. This paper outlines four key areas for comparing rack-and-pinion drives to linear motors and ball screws.
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