We want to start out this by saying that just because a company applies for a patent for a particular idea, it isn't necessarily something practicable—or something they intend on attempting to bring ...

The OptiDrive BS25/55 is an alternative to the asynchronous linear motor drives used previously. With the new unit the contact pressure of the drive wheel is automatically set depending on the ...

Wheel ends are complicated components and are among the highest friction points on any tractor-trailer. So, trucking fleets hear a lot about “thermal events” at the wheel and, of course, at the tire.

A steering wheel does a lot more than just directing your vehicle's nose. It is also 'tells' you if something is wrong ...

The integrity and performance of brake systems are fundamentally influenced by friction-induced vibration, a phenomenon that can compromise safety and noise performance. Recent investigations have ...

High-accuracy linear motion in hostile environments? No problem. Linear guides find use in a variety of precision-motion applications, from machine tools to medical equipment. They come in two basic ...