1. Mechanical Linear Actuators Mark Kimber Brock Belliston

2. What Is a Linear Actuator ? A mechanical device that converts various types of energy into linear kinetic energy to perform mechanical work.

3. Types of Linear Actuators Electrical (Solenoids) Mechanical (Ball Screw, Pneumatic, Belt)

4. How do they work? Components: Motor Gearing Linear Mechanism (belt, screw, etc.) Controller

5. Ball screw

7. Belt

8. Pneumatic

9. Other Air Muscles Rolling Ring Rigid Chain

10. Design Factors Forces (Friction, Acceleration, Load) Correction Factor Distance Precision Control Speed Life

11. Links/Questions www.thomsonindustries.com www.rhplinear.com www.actuator.com www.edrivedesign.com www.rollon.com www.festo-usa.com www.hoerbigeroria.com www.amacoil.com www.shadow.org.uk www.serapid.com