Oct 22, 2025 | Blogs, Micro Motion Blog
Adapting New Scale M3 Modules for Space Applications New Scale Technologies offers a broad selection of linear and rotary M3 micro motion modules designed for high performance in demanding environments. These commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) motion modules deliver...
Oct 21, 2025 | Application Notes
Frequency Calibration Is Essential Summary: When operating M3 Modules, using only the factory preset frequency setting is not sufficient to ensure consistent performance at all times and all conditions. The factory frequency setting has intrinsic variations due...
Jul 24, 2025 | Blogs, Micro Motion Blog
The Prime Focus Spectrograph (PFS) on the Subaru Telescope — featuring New Scale’s Cobra Fiber Positioners — has begun scientific operations. This milestone highlights our leadership in compact, high-precision motion systems: our Cobra actuators deliver sub-20-micron...
Apr 9, 2025 | Blogs, Micro Motion Blog
All-in-one positioning modules can lower SWaP and improve image quality Embedded motion modules can significantly reduce the size and complexity of products by integrating mechanical and electrical functions into a single, optimized device. This approach is...
Feb 6, 2025 | Blogs, Micro Motion Blog
When David Henderson founded New Scale Technologies in 2002, he saw a need for embedded motion control for smaller consumer products, automated biomedical instruments, and nanotechnology research. The SQUIGGLE® motor was patented in 2003 (US 6,940,209) and the first...
Dec 8, 2024 | Blogs, Micro Motion Blog, News
New Scale Technologies, Inc. has been awarded two patents for microfluidic valves that enable next-generation products in high-growth emerging markets such as diagnostic instruments, high-definition haptics, precision robotics, braille displays, and more. These...
Nov 20, 2024 | Blogs, Micro Motion Blog
SWaP-C Considerations for linear stages vs. voice coil motors Liquid lenses can adjust focus at various working distances. These small, mechanically or electrically controlled cells contain optical grade liquid, which changes shape when a current or voltage is...
Oct 31, 2024 | Neuroscience Blog
Credit: Dr. Rui Costa, President and CEO of The Allen Institute, presenting at Neuroscience 2024. New Scale Technologies unveiled its new Modular Insertion System at this year’s Neuroscience 2024 in Chicago this month. Overall, the Neuroscience community is challenged...
Oct 1, 2024 | Blogs, Neuroscience Blog, News, Top News
New Scale Technologies (NST) is pleased to announce the delivery of the New Scale Modular Insertion System (MIS) to the Allen Institute for Neural Dynamics. The pilot installation marks the opening of order-taking for the new MIS system. The New Scale MIS is now...
Sep 12, 2024 | Micro Motion Blog, Top News
New Scale is pleased to announce these internal staff promotions that enhance our organization’s effectiveness and support the next stage of product development and growth. By expanding the leadership bench, New Scale Technologies is positioning the company to pursue...
