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Where Motors Are Used in Humanoids Humanoid robots are transitioning from research platforms into commercial and industrial applications across logistics, manufacturing, inspection, and human-assist environments. In today’s blog, we explore where motors are used in humanoid robots and how actuator requirements vary across different joints within the system. For a more detailed technical overview, you…

As Designs Shrink, Precision Must Evolve: Motion Systems for Next-Generation High-Precision Assembly In the race for precision, it’s easy to get swept up in the allure of nanometers. Many manufacturers assume that achieving the smallest possible tolerances automatically leads to better performance, higher yields, and greater success. But the reality is nanometer precision is not…

Precision at Scale: Gantry Systems That Define Success in Flat Panel Display Manufacturing In Flat Panel Display (FPD) manufacturing, the demand for larger, thinner, and more advanced glass substrates is driving innovation across the supply chain. At the heart of this innovation lies the motion control system, and increasingly, the gantry systems that provide the…

As Designs Shrink, Precision Must Evolve: Motion Systems for Next-Generation High-Precision Assembly In the relentless pursuit of miniaturization, manufacturers are redefining what’s possible. From life-saving medical devices smaller than a grain of rice to semiconductor components with features measured in nanometers, the demand for smaller, smarter, and more intricate assemblies is accelerating. But as designs…

How to Choose the Right Motor for Drones In a previous blog, we explored why motor technology is important in drones, including its impact on thrust, efficiency, and thermal behavior. This article examines how engineers should approach motor selection based on mission requirements and real operating conditions. To learn more about motor design and performance…

How Drone Programs Are Being Built for Scale and Longevity In this video, Steve Warzala, President of Allient Defense, Chief Growth Officer, and Corporate Vice President, discusses our drone capabilities and covers the following topics: program strategy, supply chain resilience, system integration, market applications, production scaling, and long-term program support. For more information on our…

Why Motor Technology Is Important in Drones In our previous blog, we examined the main types of motors used in drone systems. In this article, we explore why motor technology is important to drone performance, including its impact on thrust, efficiency, and thermal behavior. Download our engineering guide to motors for drone systems to learn…

AI-Enhanced Robotics: Powering the Semiconductor Backbone of Intelligent Automation AI-enhanced robotics are moving from controlled pilot environments into full industrial deployment. Machine learning, real-time vision systems, adaptive path planning, and edge processing are redefining what robots can do, and how flexibly they can do it. These next-generation platforms are no longer executing rigid routines, they…

Multi-Axis Motion Control for Industrial Automation: More Axes, More Problems? As industrial automation evolves to meet rising demands for speed, flexibility, and precision, motion control systems must do far more than simply “move.” They must deliver coordinated motion across multiple axes (often in six degrees of freedom or more) with nanometer- to micron-level precision, rock-solid…

The Motion Control Challenge in AR/VR Lens Production Augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) are transforming industries, from gaming and education to medical training and advanced manufacturing. But behind every immersive experience lies a foundation of extreme optical precision. The quality of an AR/VR device depends on the flawless alignment of its lenses. Even…