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This exploration delves into the optimal applications for integrated actuators in various domains such as Robots, CoBots, and Machine tools, providing insights into the advantages and drawbacks of this design choice. A custom component design approach is elucidated, shedding light on the engineering trade-offs involved. The discussion extends to the types of companies and applications that favor each design method based on relevant performance criteria, including stiffness, backlash, lost motion, functional safety, torque/speed/thermal capabilities.

Essential elements for developing high-performance rotary actuators, examining the development processes and timelines for both design approaches will be outlined. The audience gains an understanding of the time-saving potential in projects when integrated actuators are employed, leveraging vendor-developed solutions. Simultaneously, the benefits of a custom component approach are highlighted, offering a tailored solution but requiring a longer development and validation timeframe.

System performance and timelines remain key objectives in motion control developments, with a comprehensive exploration of the advantages and disadvantages of both integrated and custom approaches. The discussion emphasizes the accessibility of matured technology in robotics through integrated actuators, even for users without an extensive background in motion control development. While integrated actuators facilitate the rapid development of sophisticated Motion Control Systems, the limitations in overall system performance are also articulated.

In conclusion, integrated actuators present a shortcut to developing advanced Motion Control Systems, allowing users to focus on software development, the core intellectual property in both startups and established companies to design next groundbreaking designs in the dynamic field of robotics.

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