Robotics is rapidly advancing, with new developments and capabilities emerging every day across multiple sections of this industry. Applications ranging from oil and gas excavations to military and transportation projects…
Electromagnetic Brake Wear
Brakes are essential to diverse industries for slowing and stopping motion or holding various loads in place. Electromagnetic brakes specifically use the presence and absence of electric current and magnetic…
Brake Locks and Successful Fin Operation
Click to Expand Control fins on the bodies of missiles adjust their flight path and help ensure missiles hit their intended targets. The main component used to position these fins…
SEPAC Partners With Motiv Space Systems on NASA Contract For DEEDS
SEPAC, Inc is honored to partner with Motiv Space Systems, Inc. on new technology for future flight missions, including space flight. Through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Sequential Phase…
How an Electromagnetic Brake Works
There are two basic types of Electromagnetic Brakes. “Power On” (Magnetically Applied) and “Power Off” (Spring Applied). Most brakes (covering several markets) work with Direct Current applied (DC). 24VDC is…
Automation Trends in the Robotics Industry
Robotics applications are quickly increasing and advancing, and these automation trends are being influenced by consumer demand and preference. From a modern lifestyle that prioritizes speed and convenience to companies…
Permanent Magnet vs. Spring Applied Brake
Permanent magnet brakes (PMB) and spring applied brakes (SEB) are safe and efficient braking mechanisms for halting and holding a load in place. They work in the absence of power…
Electromagnetic Brake Applications for the Robotics Industry
Click to Expand Robotics play an important role in a wide range of industries, and they require high-performance brakes to ensure safe and effective operation. Although robotics systems have safety…
Types of Aerospace Actuation Systems and Applications
Aerospace technology is in a constant state of evolution. From engines and fueling systems to electronics, navigational instruments, and exterior designs, aerospace manufacturers and operators are always working to make…
Evolution of Medical Technology & Surgical Robotics
Since the 1980s, the advancement of medical technology has reached heights that medical professionals could previously only dream of. While the idea of surgical robotics may once have seemed impossible,…