11th February 2026
As the robotics sector steadily moves from science fiction to factory floor, a new generation of humanoid robots is emerging to reshape industry, healthcare, and daily life. These machines are designed to do more than automate – they’re built to move like us, work alongside us, and, at times, even stand in for us.
18th November 2025
Portescap, a leading provider of precision motion solutions, has reached a major milestone in its aerospace journey: all three of its manufacturing facilities – West Chester, Pennsylvania; Mahape, India; and Mumbai, India – are now AS9100 certified. This achievement underscores the company’s alignment with the aerospace industry’s highest standards for quality and safety.
30th October 2025
An inductive sensor, also known as an inductive encoder, provides fast and precise feedback of motor speed and position. Compared to optical and magnetic encoders, they can optimize the reliability of feedback for miniature motion applications. However, their specification for motion design requires careful consideration, especially for different operational and environmental conditions.
14th October 2025
Brushless DC (BLDC) flat motors are compact, but their small size means careful consideration over thermal management is required. As well as a focus on material selection, the operational characteristics and application environment are also crucial to specifying a BLDC flat motor.
17th September 2025
Stepper motors are dependable by design and are relied on by HVAC manufacturers to control dampers and valves. However, as HVAC systems are commonly installed to operate under high temperatures, stepper motors require adequate protection to ensure reliable, long-term operation.
18th June 2025
When you’re operating in the high-stakes world of aerospace and defence, every part must earn its place. From the first drawing to the final flight, there is no margin for error – reliability isn’t optional, but essential.
7th May 2025
Portescap is excited to introduce its latest innovation for the industrial power tools market: the 40EC-Pro PowerTool (PT) brushless slotless motor. This motor comes in two lengths, the 40EC-Pro PT 44 at 44mm and the 40EC-Pro PT 55 at 55mm. Notably, the 40EC-Pro PT 55 is Portescap’s first motor to feature an integrated fan, which actively cools the motor and boosts its continuous power from 150W to 425W.
22nd April 2025
Considering the overlapping needs of a drug therapy delivered via wearable injectors, each project benefits from its own specific approach.
20th March 2025
For aerospace applications, brushless DC (BLDC) motors are commonly used because of the performance they provide, yet the choice between slotted or slotless designs remains. With differences in torque, size and weight, precision control, and durability, there’s a lot at stake. Involving motion engineering expertise to select the right design is particularly important for aerospace applications.
27th February 2025
Brushless direct current (BLDC) motors are widely used across medical, aerospace and industrial automation applications. Their specific design plays a significant role in the motor’s performance, with optimizing the motor’s design for specific applications ensuring that OEMs achieve optimum performance and reliability.