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Mar 25, 2025

In this blog, we discuss the role of precision mechanical components in helping industrial controls perform their critical functions.

Jan 30, 2025

This blog entails an overview of linear motion systems, their applications, and what should be considered when designing them.

Dec 13, 2024

Subtle yet significant, backlash may be the difference between a smoothly operating machine and one with performance problems. Learn more about backlash and its intricacies.

Nov 07, 2024

Learn how to prevent common causes of gear failure.

Sep 25, 2024

A detailed overview of shoulder screws, their design, types, material, and common applications.

Aug 21, 2024

Find out how precision mechanical components play a crucial role in robotics and automation.

Jul 26, 2024

In this blog, we explore the benefits of using readily available mechanical parts in product design.

Jun 20, 2024

Designing the perfect gear for a particular use is both an art and a science. This blog offers essential key factors to consider when designing the best gear for your application.

May 15, 2024

Many precision mechanical components are found in military and defense systems. Today, we’ll take a look at several examples.

Apr 16, 2024

In the world of precision mechanical engineering, material selection is a critical factor that shapes components' performance, durability, and reliability.

Mar 01, 2024

Medical devices require their components to operate effectively. We discuss the components needed to facilitate smooth and precise movements for these devices.

Jan 22, 2024

In the second and final installment of the "Gear Types" series, we cover some of the more interesting specialty-type gears including cluster, worm, and miter/bevel gears.

Dec 18, 2023

This blog offers a glimpse into the realm of various gear types. Dive into the intricacies of spur, helical, rack and pinion, and internal gears.

Nov 14, 2023

In “Gear Speak, Part 1”, we covered the key terms that describe a gear’s physical characteristics. Now let's get to the good stuff: the words related to the interaction between two or more gears.

Oct 12, 2023

Those of us that have been in the manufacturing field for any length of time know that we speak our own language. We’ll take a look at the many terms used in the gear world.

Jan 12, 2023

The miniaturization movement in manufacturing has been going on for quite some time, with its pace constantly accelerating.

Jan 12, 2023

The recent global pandemic took the manufacturing world by surprise. It left a wave of frustrating and unwelcome challenges in its path.

Sep 08, 2022

Designing a gear for a particular use is no simple task. It’s a process that requires several steps, elements and calculations.

Apr 07, 2022

To continue our previous blog, we will share additional examples supporting the wide range of uses for ball bearing rod ends. This time, we’ll look at the industrial automation/robotics and medical fields.

Feb 10, 2022

Ball bearing rod ends were originally created for military/aerospace applications. Over the years, mechanical challenges with other applications have been solved by ball bearing rod ends. Part one of two...

Oct 19, 2021

A HEIM® rod end, often referred to as a HEIM® joint, is a mechanical articulating joint. In our latest blog, we review the various styles of HEIM® rod ends, and the application challenges that each one solves.

Aug 25, 2021

Fasteners serve a relatively simple, but essential role: to mechanically join two or more objects together. They come in seemingly countless configurations, varying in shape, size and material.

Jul 12, 2021

Although they are rather simple devices, collars serve as important mechanical functions in transmission applications. This blog can be used as a guide when selecting the right collar for your application.

May 18, 2021

Whether you are dealing with a typical coupling situation, or a more challenging one, it’s important to select the correct design for your specific needs.

May 04, 2021

Which Gear Hub Style is Best for Your Application? PIC Design is dedicated to help find solutions to your challenging applications.