For the hacker this usually involves an adjustment screw, where the accuracy is determined by the thread pitch. This was not good enough for [Mark Rehorst] who wanted adjustment down to 10 μm for ...

Ok, I lied. This is more of a "do my math" request than a question. I'm working on a project that requires lifting a 10 lb load vertically using a lead screw (threaded shaft) and then lowering it ...

Screws have been used effectively to help prevent ... Our method does not involve complicated math equations and can be done with only a tape measure, masking tape (2-inch wide is best), a marking ...

Abstractions navigates promising ideas in science and mathematics. Journey with us and join the conversation. See all Abstractions blog But while it may have been obvious in da Vinci’s time that a ...