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2026 Manufacturing Report
Mechanical Design

Linear shafts vs. posts vs. rotary shafts: differences, uses, and how to choose

Jul 24, 2026 Carlicia Layosa

Updated July 24, 2026. Linear Shafts vs. Posts vs. Rotary Shafts: Differences, Uses & Selection Guide | MISUMI Linear shafts, posts, and rotary shafts are

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Mechanical Design

Elastomer jaw couplings: not all are created equal

Jul 23, 2026 Carlicia Layosa

Elastomer Jaw Couplings: Traditional vs. Precision Zero-Backlash | R+W & MISUMI R+W is one of the best when it comes to elastomer couplings. They shared

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Mechanical Design

Solenoid valves: common types used in industrial applications

Jul 22, 2026 Michael Cox

Learn about the three most common solenoid valves used in industrial automation.

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Rainbow Diamond-Like Carbon (R-DLC) locating pins comparison study

Jul 22, 2026 Carlicia Layosa

Rainbow-DLC Locating Pins: Hardness, Friction & Wear Rate Comparison Study | MISUMI Surface wear is one of the primary causes of locating pin replacement in

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Featured Articles

Designing with Single Axis and Multi-Axis Actuators

Jul 29, 2014 Carlicia Layosa

The principles of linear motion are hundreds of years old. Throughout the years, the general

sliding panel saw
Mechanical Design

Sliding Guides: Part 1

Jul 17, 2014 Carlicia Layosa

In this series, we are going to look at sliding guides – what are they and

Mechanical Design

Reducing Feedback Noise on the AC Power Line

Jul 15, 2014 Carlicia Layosa

Dear Misumi Engineers, We have a series RSH single axis robotic actuator that we seem

Selecting Actuators
Mechanical Design

Size Does Matter…

Jul 3, 2014 Carlicia Layosa

Dear MISUMI Engineering Team: We have several linear motion setups in our production line, with

Featured Articles

Theodore von Kármán Quote

Jul 2, 2014 Carlicia Layosa
Mechanical Design

What are the Effects of Changing Cam Timing on Power Output and Fuel Efficiency?

Jul 1, 2014 Carlicia Layosa

Even though you may not be aware, nearly everyone has heard of cam timing and

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Best Dad DIY Project EVER!

Jun 30, 2014 Carlicia Layosa

This isn’t your regular DIY Project! This is DIY SUPERSIZED! We recently stumbled upon a

ball screw
Mechanical Design

Ball Screw Lubrication Tips: Application & Grease vs. Oil

Jun 26, 2014 Carlicia Layosa

When you forget to change the oil in your car’s engine, it won’t take long

Featured Articles

MUP Students Participate in SAE Formula Race

Jun 24, 2014 Carlicia Layosa

Most people know MISUMI for our Linear Shafts, Aluminum Extrusions and configurable business model. However, if

Mechanical Design

Summer Fun DIY Project

Jun 19, 2014 Carlicia Layosa

Maybe we’re biased, but we believe that MISUMI has the BEST community of DIYers in

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