Precision Positioning Systems: An Overview of the State of Art

Abstract:

In the industrial world the interest in Precision Positioning Systems is exponentially increasing in relation to the rapid growth of Ultra High Precision (UHP) machining. A greater attention is given to traditional techniques and developing of innovative solutions. This paper intends to present a review of the actual state of art in precision positioning system based on flexure hinge related to industrial machines, showing a comparison between different techniques.

• Periodical: Applied Mechanics and Materials (Volumes 336-338)
• Pages: 1170-1173
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.336-338.1170
• Online since: July 2013
• Authors: Francesco Aggogeri, Alberto Borboni, Rodolfo Faglia, Angelo Merlo, Sara de Cristofaro
• Keywords: Machine Tool, Precision Positioning System, Smart Actuator

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