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The Lab-Scale Breakthrough: RobotDigg’s Desktop Wire Coating Line for PEEK & Fluoropolymers
In the world of wire and cable manufacturing, working with "super polymers" like PEEK (Polyether Ether Ketone) and Fluoropolymers (FEP, PFA, and widely referred to as PTFE) typically requires massive industrial lines and significant material waste.The RobotDigg Desktop Wire Coating Experimental Line...
Professional Guide: Maximizing Performance of Miniature Linear Rails (Beyond the Myths)
At RobotDigg, we know that many users try to "hack" or modify budget linear rails to improve their smoothness. A common practice found on hobbyist forums involves washing out factory grease, swapping carriages, or reaming channels. However, treating a precision component like a DIY project often lea...
Dexterity Hands Industry Report: The Democratization of Robotic Manipulation
Date: November 25, 2025 Prepared by: Tech Industry Analyst Executive Summary The landscape of robotic manipulation is undergoing a seismic shift. Historically dominated by prohibitively expensive research hardware, the "dexterous hand" market is rapidly democratizing. A new wave of innovators—rangin...
RobotDigg Components Power 1st Place IAAPA Award-Winning Game!
[Orlando, Florida Nov. 17-20] – RobotDigg is proud to announce its integral role as a key vendor and technology partner in a game that recently secured a prestigious 1st Place IAAPA (International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions) Award. The award recognizes excellence in Amusement Ind...
Shredder Knife Material Comparative Analysis: 75Cr1, 9CrSi, and H13
RobotDigg is a provider of robotics, 3D printing components (like motors and linear motion systems), and also offers smaller, desktop-scale shredders and recycling machines, particularly for plastics, we know that the knives are the core of the equipment, and the choice of their material directly de...
From Field Waste to Factory Floor: The Twin Revolutions in Sustainable Materials
The manufacturing world stands at a critical juncture, demanding materials that decouple growth from fossil fuel dependency. This shift is manifesting along two parallel, powerful paths: the high-tech valorization of agricultural waste, exemplified by rice husks, and the rise of Polylactic Acid (PLA...
Why Agglomerated Plastic Pellets Fail in Film Production: The Necessity of Secondary Re-Extrusion
At RobotDigg, we often encounter manufacturers, like our recent client from Australia, who attempt to use plastic granules produced by a low-temperature cold pelletizing machine (specifically, an Agglomerator or Compactor) directly for high-precision applications such as blown film or film casting. ...
Low-Temperature Cold-Pelletized Recycled Plastic Granules are Not Suitable for Direct Processing
RobotDigg states that "Recycled plastic granules produced by low-temperature cold pelletizing machines (which do not involve heating or dewatering) are not suitable for direct extrusion or injection molding; they require a secondary hot-melt granulation (re-extrusion) process before they can be used...
The Future of Motion Control: Integrated Linear and Rotary Actuators
In the field of high-precision automation and robotics, the demand for compact, accurate, and efficient motion systems is higher than ever. Traditional setups, which relied on separate linear and rotary components connected mechanically, are giving way to advanced, integrated solutions. The ultimate...
A Tale of Two Films: Calendering vs. Casting
The world of plastic films, from the humble decal to the sophisticated vehicle wrap, is a testament to the ingenuity of manufacturing. But not all films are created equal. The very process of their creation—calendering or casting—dictates their properties, applications, and performance. Understandin...
Transforming Waste into Value: The Powerhouse Machines of the Plastic Industry
The modern plastic industry is a marvel of innovation, constantly seeking to optimize production, minimize waste, and embrace the circular economy. At the heart of this transformation lies a quartet of essential machines: shredders, granulators, crushers, and pelletizers. These powerhouses work in c...
The relationship between three common closed-loop modes and FOC control
It's important to clarify the relationship between "three common closed-loop modes" and "FOC control" They are not equal, but rather deeply interconnected, especially in high-performance servo systems. The "three common closed-loop modes" refer to the hierarchical control structure of a servo system...
Whirlwind Milling vs. CNC Milling for Screw Manufacturing and the Cost Implications for Different Screw Types
The manufacturing of screws utilizes different machining techniques depending on the intended application and the complexity of the screw design. Two prominent methods are whirlwind milling and CNC milling, each with distinct characteristics and suitability. Whirlwind Milling: This process employs a...
The Realm of Motion: Unraveling the Mechanisms of Lead Screws, Ball Screws, Reversing Screw and Beyond
In the intricate world of mechanical engineering, the precise and efficient conversion of rotary motion into linear motion is a fundamental requirement across a vast spectrum of applications. From the delicate movements of robotic arms to the powerful thrust of industrial machinery, various mechanis...
Reversing or reciprocating screw
Reversing screw When you encounter the term "reversing screw," it typically refers to a specialized type of screw mechanism designed to produce reciprocating linear motion without requiring the screw itself to reverse its direction of rotation. Here's a breakdown: Key Characteristics: Reciprocating ...
Humanoid Robots Steal the Show with Traditional Dance Performance at 2025 Spring Festival Gala
Shanghai, China – Feb 5, 2025 – Humanoid robots took center stage at the 2025 Spring Festival Gala, China's most-watched television event, captivating a global audience with a stunning display of traditional Chinese folk dance. The performance showcased the remarkable advancements in robotics techno...
2024 The Year of Loong
Dear friends, RobotDigg has been back to work after the China Traditional New Year holiday since 18th, Feb 2024. In China, this year is the Lunar Year of the Loong, The Loong is widely accepted as the totem of China; The Loong is not a real animal, but a created one with the features of 9 other diff...
Injection Molding Nov, 2022
NEWS Micro Injection Molding Market to Witness Huge Growth by - GlobeNewswire GlobeNewswire Dallas/Texas, Oct. 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Micro injection molding is a manufacturing technique that involves injecting molten plastic into ... Injection Molding Machine Market worth $12.4 billion by 202...
PLA, PBAT, BADP Degradable Disposable Plastics
PLA Polylactic Acid Poly(lactic acid) (PLA) is not only completely biodegradable, and also has good mechanical properties and workability, but due to its shock strength and heat-drawn wire low, range of application is restricted greatly. Adopt at present the method for maximum toughening modifying t...
DIG, DIG, DIGGING the Suez Canal Digger, RobotDigger?
RobotDigger? Dig, Dig, Digging the Suez Canal. The 101-kilometer-long Suez Canal was opened in 1869, connecting the Mediterranean and the Red Sea. It is the most convenient waterway from the Atlantic Ocean to the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean. Its repair is of great strategic significance to Eu...
How Do Linear Actuators Work?
Linear actuators are one of the vital parts of many mechanical components nowadays. These convert rotational motion into reciprocating motion, usually used in machine tools, industrial machinery, and in many other places where linear motion is necessary. Utilizing linear actuators are more efficient...
CHMT36VA pick and place machine digest
1. Component height makes no difference and nozzle hitting too hard on PCB? Notice that changing the component height value does not change anything in my CHMT36VA? When setting 0805 resistor with 0.5 height and the nozzle hit the PCB very hard. I tried to change to 1 or even 1.5 and I do not see an...
VORON2.4 the best CoreXY 3D Printer
Ever before, RobotDigg has a close eye on the CoreXY 3D Printers and it's a pity that most of the innovations do Not come to success as expected. There are many topics on the CoreXY construction on Google+ since 2016. RobotDigg manufactured a 2GT 2mm pitch pulley which is special for the CoreXY 3D P...
2020 is challenging on the supply chain
COVID-19 broke or is damaging the balance of supply chain It comes to the end of May 2020, but the Pandemic Economy Phenomenon is still there hung up. What does it mean? 1. It seems China comes back to work from this Feb 10 but most factories or service providers are starting the business until Marc...