We present a suite of algorithms and tools for model-predictive control of sensor/actuator systems with embedded microcontroller units (MCU). These MCUs can be colocated with sensors and actuators, ...

President Biden’s proposed $2.3 trillion infrastructure plan includes funds for high-speed rail development. When high-speed rail finally takes off in the U.S., riders will benefit from the same ...

Parker Hybrid Actuation System (HAS) is making localized control viable for both mobile and industrial applications. This new technology gives the benefits of power and resiliency found in hydraulics ...

A look at how modern electric actuators combine mechanical innovation with digital control, enabling rapid product ...

Soft robots are becoming increasingly prevalent, with unique applications to medical devices and wearable technology. Understanding the dynamics of nonlinear soft actuators is crucial to creating ...

Novel Dielectric Elastomer Sensor (DES) offers real-time pressure and vibration monitoring in soft fluidic actuators, allowing applications in robotics and biomedical devices Fluidic Elastomer ...

The B-2 Advanced Technology Bomber has a very unconventional shape and unique requirements to fulfill its mission. In order to satisfy the demanding requirements for the B-2's excellent handling ...

MONTVILLE, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Marotta Controls, a rapidly growing aerospace and defense supplier based in New Jersey, announced today that its custom fin Control Actuation System (CAS) design ...

Over recent years, demands have grown louder from factory and company managers to use more electric rod-style actuators and fewer pneumatic actuators in factory automation equipment. Several factors ...

Liebherr-Aerospace sees electro-mechanical actuators as replacements for servo-control actuators on legacy aircraft, but limited to less critical control surfaces, such as spoilers. Credit: Liebherr ...