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Actuator
makerA device that converts control signals into mechanical motion.
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Actuators are crucial components in automated systems, where they transform electrical signals into physical movements. Commonly used in applications such as robotics, automation machinery, and process control, actuators play a vital role by enabling precise control of mechanical operations.
examples
A rotary actuator used in an industrial robotic arm.
Typically employed in factory automation to articulate segments of robotic arms for precise tasks, such as assembly or welding.
A linear actuator used in a programmable CNC milling machine.
Common in CNC machines to control the movement of tools along specified axes for milling operations.