19APRIL - 2023PRECISION MANUFACTURING AND THE DIGITALIZATION OF LINEAR MOTION TECHNOLOGYINSIGHTSDigitalization is increasingly transforming mechanical engineering and manufacturing technologies, bringing with it not only unparalleled control and flexibility over production systems but so much more. This digitalization is transforming linear motion technology of the future, incorporating sensors and communications technology that provides real-time mechanical performance data. This data gives engineers new opportunities to integrate the data into their digital workflow. They can implement its application to help manufacturers achieve new levels of precision in the way they machine parts, assemble components and move products through multiple manufacturing stages.Machine manufacturers are currently experiencing a profound generational change. Engineers and designers in their mid-30s have grown up with cell phones and the internet. Digital technology plays a very strong role in their private lives and how they view the power of instantly accessible, real-time data to help them live their lives.By Dr. Ulf Lehmann, President, Linear Motion Technology, Bosch Rexroth
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