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S+R supplied six matched electric actuators with servo connection, precise spindle technology, high stiffness and feedback for sensitive tracking of the instrument.
Real-world research project
Hexapod positioning: six electric actuators for a large telescope
For the fine alignment of a large astronomical research instrument, six electric actuators move a hexapod platform in six degrees of freedom - with forces up to around 77 kN per axis.
Large telescopeApplication
6 degrees of freedomMotion
~77 kNForce per axis
Fine alignment & precisionFocus
Initial situation
Why a catalogue-only answer would not have been enough.
Aligning a large telescope requires very fine, repeatable positioning: six drives have to carry high loads, remain stiff and work precisely within the motion-control logic.
Result
The astronomical instrument can be aligned precisely and repeatedly in six degrees of freedom - with robust mechanics as the basis for customer-side motion control.
Project images
Details from sizing, manufacturing, application and service.
Building blocks in the project
Proven principles, adapted to load case and interface.
The product ranges remain technical starting points. What matters is how spindle, motor, protection class, sensors, mounting and service access work together in the actual project.
Next step
Your project can often be assessed with a few technical details.
Helpful inputs include force, stroke, speed, installation space, environment, voltage, control, quantity and existing drawings or photos of the interface.