
Hexapod: 6 Axis Stages / Precision Positioning Systems based on Parallel Kinematics
- Hexapod Stages & SpaceFAB Positioners
Precision 6-DOF Hexapods are used in the alignment of optics, in astronomy, fiber positioning, aerospace reasearch and manufacturing, precision machining, laser machining, and medical engineering and medical treatment applications.
Most of our parallel positioners are also available in high vacuum compatible configurations.
PI miCos offers two types of parallel positioning systems: classical Hexapod platforms (Stewart-Gough platforms) and SpaceFAB-type 6-DOF positioning systems. In a SpaceFAB, three XY-positioners act on a common platform by means of three constant-length struts, providing motion in all 6 degrees of freedom. The SpaceFAB design is easily customized, and can provide longer travel ranges in the XY plane compared to typical Stewart-Platform-Type hexapods, also at a lower profile. On the other hand the footprint of a classical hexapod arrangement can be smaller.
Watch several 6-axis stage / parallel robot videos.
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Hexapod HP-430 Parallel Kinematics Positioning System
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Hexapod PAROS Parallel Kinematics Positioning System
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Hexapod HP-300 Parallel Kinematics Positioning System
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SpaceFAB SF-3000 BS Parallel Kinematics Positioning System
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SpaceFAB SF-3000 LS Parallel Kinematics Positioning System
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SpaceFAB SF-2500 LS Parallel Kinematics Positioning System
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