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Mechanical Design

5 Common Lead Screw Applications

Jun 12, 2026 Scott Bredemann

Lead screws are used in a wide range of equipment to create controlled linear motion. Explore five common applications, including linear actuators, CNC machines, and more.

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Mechanical Design

Lead Screws: Uses, Types, & Advantages

Jun 5, 2026 Scott Bredemann

Lead screws are used in machines and assemblies where rotary motion needs to be converted into controlled linear movement. A motor, handwheel, or other rotating

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Electric & Tooling

Understanding Industrial Relays: Types, Terminology, & How to Choose the Right One

Jun 2, 2026 Natalie Co

Relays are one of the most fundamental components in industrial control systems, yet their naming conventions trip up engineers and technicians at every experience level. Today,

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Mechanical Design

U-Bolt Size Chart

Jun 2, 2026 Scott Bredemann

This chart provides common U-bolt dimensions by nominal pipe size and uses lettered measurements that correspond to the diagram below. When selecting a U-bolt, the

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Mechanical Design Videos

MechMinutes Video: Intro to Linear Motion Part 3

Apr 27, 2018 Carlicia Layosa

INTRO TO LINEAR GUIDES – ACCURACY GRADES #3 | MECH MINUTES | MISUMI USA In

Mechanical Design

It’s Spring Time Part 4: Energy Absorption, Natural Frequency, and The Surging Phenomenon

Apr 20, 2018 Carlicia Layosa

In our last post on the spring series, we examine energy absorption, natural frequency, and

Mechanical Design

It’s Spring Time Part 3: Load-Deflection Relationships

Apr 13, 2018 Carlicia Layosa

We’ve been introduced to materials and characteristics of springs. Let’s dive into helical springs more

Mechanical Design

It’s Spring Time Part 2: Types of Springs

Apr 4, 2018 Carlicia Layosa

As we have been introduced to springs, as promised, it is time to dive into

Mechanical Design

Spring Has Sprung Part 1: Introduction to Springs

Mar 29, 2018 Carlicia Layosa

When one thinks of the word “spring” perhaps they think of the season, the season

Mechanical Design

RoHS: Keeping the World Safe

Mar 23, 2018 Carlicia Layosa

The European Union (EU) member states have long been interested in resolving environmental problems and

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You Know You’re an Engineer When….

Mar 15, 2018 Carlicia Layosa

Engineers are methodical and logical beings with the intelligence to back up their reasoning. They

Mechanical Design

Swaging: A Deformation

Mar 7, 2018 Carlicia Layosa

In the simplest of terms, products are generally made by functionally assembling various parts. Product

Mechanical Design Videos

MechMinutes Video: Intro to Linear Motion Part 2

Feb 28, 2018 Carlicia Layosa

INTRO TO LINEAR GUIDES – TYPES OF CONTACT #2 | MECH MINUTES | MISUMI USA

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Top 10 Reasons to Love an Engineer

Feb 13, 2018 Carlicia Layosa

At MISUMI USA, we love our engineers, each of them have unique skills and experiences

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