Case Study - Rocket Thrust Vectoring System Using L16 Actuators
Posted by Michael Greig on 4/27/2026
The Portal Space student team in Norway is overcoming the "stability gap" by implementing a custom Thrust Vector Control (TVC) system that steers rockets during low-velocity takeoff. By utilizing the high-speed L16-R linear actuator, the team physically tilts the propulsion unit to enable real-time steering and dynamic flight stability.
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What is an Actuator and How Does it Work?
Posted by Michael Greig on 4/21/2026
'How does an actuator work’ is a question we hear fairly often here at Actuonix, and we understand why. Linear motion can involve some...
What Is Thread Pitch in a Linear Actuator and Why Does It Matter | Actuonix
Posted by Pooja Kadam on 4/20/2026
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Thread pitch comes up a lot in linear actuator conversations, usually without much explanation. Engineers see it on datasheets, designers
Dynamic Roll Control: How Jayhawk Motorsports Implemented the L16 for Active Chassis Tuning
Posted by Michael Greig on 4/15/2026
In the world of competitive vehicle dynamics, suspension setup is rarely about finding a single perfect setting. It is a game of constant trade-offs. To win, a car needs enough compliance to keep the tires planted
Actuonix at XPONENTIAL Europe 2026
Posted by Pooja Kadam on 4/13/2026
A few weeks have passed since the Actuonix team returned from XPONENTIAL Europe 2026 in Düsseldorf. Held March 24–26 at Messe Düsseldorf, the event brought together companies and technical teams working across autonomous systems, robotics, and
