Most experiments in flexible robot actuators are based around pneumatics, but [Ayato Kanada] and [Tomoaki Mashimo] has been working on using a coiled spring as the moving component of a linear ...

Air springs are rubber/fabric bellows that support and contain a column of compressed air. These single-acting pneumatic actuators have been used for more than 50 years across wide-ranging ...

This proof of concept shows an interesting way of making robotic legs. They are using programmable spring actuators to make these legs function as though they had a “reflex”. The builder pulls the ...

The MGM Brakes LTR-L3 3" Long Stroke series spring brake actuators have a double-diaphragm design for an increased reserve stroke, helping to reduce out-of-adjustment The MGM Brakes LTR-L3 3" Long ...

Inexpensive robots of all forms are on the rise. Meka uses compliant actuators called series elastic actuators (SEAs) in nearly all joints of its robotic systems. A spring between motor and load ...

Enidine introduced gas spring replacement actuators for commercial aircraft storage bins. The aluminum actuators are designed to be a lightweight (up to 50% less) and maintenance-free alternative to ...

The KVA38 is an electric valve actuator featuring SMA technology that enables precise linear motion with fail-safe mechanical spring return. VANCOUVER — Kinitics Automation partners with CVS Controls ...