There are many situations in motion applications where a linear guide or actuator isn’t fully supported along its entire length. In these cases, deflection (due to the component’s own weight and due ...

The problems resulting from building deflection have likely troubled builders since the very first multistory building. Deflection is the bending of joists, trusses or rafters associated with ...

This structure is a good example of a running angle with a bridge crossing were structure deflections could impact clearance. Self-supporting steel monopoles with concrete drilled-shaft foundations ...