MOTION CONTROL: Z-Theta Dual-Motion Actuator

摘要

The Z-Theta dual-motion actuator offers linear and rotary point-to-point motion in a compact footprint, providing flexibility, value, durability and performance for lab automation, semiconductor and light factory automation applications. Unlike standard designs with multiple components requiring added engineering, vendors and assembly, Z-Theta is a modular bolt-in package that reduces complexity. Z-Theta's configurable design features the patented ScrewRail linear actuator, combining guidance and linear transmission in a slender co-axial profile. A pair of stepper motors create rotary (theta) motion. The design reduces system size by 50% to 80% and cost by up to 60% compared to traditional approaches.