Linear Actuator - Principles and Applications in Robotic Motion Control
Fouad Sabry
Publisher: One Billion Knowledgeable
Summary
In the world of modern robotics, understanding the fundamental components that drive motion is essential. The book Linear Actuator offers an indepth exploration of one of the most crucial devices in automation and machinery. Written by Fouad Sabry, this work is a mustread for professionals, students, enthusiasts, and hobbyists alike who seek to understand the core principles of motion control and the mechanics behind it. The book delves into the intricate world of linear actuators and their numerous applications, providing a foundation for those interested in robotics, mechanical engineering, and automation technologies Linear actuator-This chapter introduces the concept of linear actuators, their types, and their role in converting energy into linear motion. Cam (mechanism)-Explores the cam mechanism, its function in translating rotary motion to linear motion, and its applications in automation Actuator-A comprehensive overview of various actuator types, their working principles, and importance in robotics systems Fluid power-Discusses the use of hydraulic and pneumatic systems in linear actuators, highlighting their strengths in power transmission Hydraulic machinery-This chapter focuses on hydraulic machinery, examining its mechanisms and role in industrial applications involving linear motion Pneumatic motor-Provides an understanding of pneumatic motors, their function in driving actuators, and their applications in robotics Tappet-Investigates the tappet mechanism, explaining its function in converting rotary motion to linear motion in various machines Motion control-Covers the principles of motion control systems that are integral to precision in robotics and linear actuation Leadscrew-Analyzes leadscrews, their design, and their role in converting rotary motion into linear motion efficiently Hydraulic cylinder-Explores the hydraulic cylinder, its components, and its use in providing linear force in mechanical systems Pneumatic cylinder-Examines pneumatic cylinders, their construction, and their applications in providing controlled linear motion Rotaryscrew compressor-Discusses rotaryscrew compressors, their role in pressurizing fluids for pneumatic systems that power actuators Ball screw-Focuses on ball screws, their advantages in reducing friction, and their application in precision linear motion Screw mechanism-Explores screw mechanisms, emphasizing their role in transforming rotational motion into linear displacement Jack (device)-Investigates jacks, their mechanical design, and their importance in providing manual or powered linear movement Hydraulic motor-Delves into hydraulic motors, explaining their function in driving linear actuators with high torque Backlash (engineering)-Covers backlash in mechanical systems, its impact on linear actuation, and methods to minimize its effects Linear stage-Explains linear stages, their precision mechanisms, and their applications in highaccuracy robotics systems Roller screw-Discusses roller screws, their design advantages, and their role in enhancing the performance of linear actuators Rotary actuator-Introduces rotary actuators, contrasting their function with linear actuators and exploring their use in multiaxis robotic systems Solenoid (engineering)-Concludes with an overview of solenoids, explaining their role in actuating mechanical systems through electromagnetic forces
