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Calculating the center of mass - with examples

Calculating the center of mass is an important step in many tasks in mechanical engineering and in the design of machines and components. The center of mass indicates where the weight of a body is concentrated and thus permits determining the forces and moments in the system. This article explores the basics of calculating the center of mass and provides some real-world examples.

Basic knowledgeConstruction
7 Minutes read

Linear Drive - Converting Rotation to Translation

A linear drive converts rotational movements to linear movements and vice versa. Linear actuators are key components for motion control in many mechanical systems and mechanical engineering. Often, this conversion is needed to convert power and motion generated by motors and other rotating equipment into translation (linear motion). The drive is industrially realized with motors or also by hand. The article introduces frequently used and common concepts and lists the design criteria. Lastly, we will discuss examples for mechanical engineering applications.

Linear MotionRotary MotionTransmission
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Spring design calculations

Springs are mechanical components that can store and deliver tension energy generated by the work used to tension, elongate or compress the spring in the form of deformation or tension energy. They are used in many applications and can be found in small electronic components as well as in large industrial machines. To ensure that a spring performs its function, it must be correctly designed. For this purpose, parameters such as the spring constant and the spring travel are calculated.

Basic knowledgeConstruction
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Selecting magnets

Magnets are of great significance in industrial applications. They are used in a variety of applications, from electric motors to sensors and actuators. However, selecting the right magnet for a specific application requires a deep understanding of the magnetic properties, materials and design features.

Basic knowledge
12 Minutes read

Properties of damping materials and their uses

Mechanical engineers rely on damping materials wherever unwanted vibrations, oscillations, shocks or noises occur. If these vibrations remain uncontrolled, they can lead to precision losses, premature material wear, and even machine destruction. As a result, damping materials not only increase the service life and performance of machines, but also often protect them against damage. In addition to foams, felt and rubber, specialty plastics are also used for producing damping materials. This blog article provides an overview of the various damping materials and how to use them.

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Cleanrooms and cleanroom technology – Global differences in standards

Controlled environments such as cleanrooms are essential to maintaining product quality, safety and standards in many industries. In semiconductor manufacturing, for example, even the smallest particles can damage the sensitive surfaces or lead to undesirable chemical reactions. But what defines a cleanroom? What conditions must be met and what classes are there? And what cleanroom technology can be used to implement cleanrooms? The following article introduces the concept of cleanroom in more detail, including addressing these questions and standards worldwide.

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