Spike Dynamics designs and manufactures compact, high-precision linear actuators utilizing amplified piezo technology. These actuators deliver high force and high-frequency motion suitable for micro-scale intervention in demanding applications. The company provides open-source hardware solutions for integration into surgical tools, prosthetics, and advanced diagnostic equipment.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Traditional linear actuators are often bulky, heavy, and require frequent maintenance due to lubrication needs and material wear, limiting their applicability in compact or harsh environments. These actuators may also lack the precision and efficiency required for advanced applications in fields like robotics, aerospace, and medical technology.
Solution
Spike Dynamics develops piezo-amplified linear actuators that offer a significantly smaller and lighter alternative to traditional actuators. Their technology enables unlimited travel distance and high force output while eliminating the need for lubrication and minimizing maintenance requirements. The Spiketon actuators are designed to operate efficiently in extreme conditions, including vacuum, high pressure, and high radiation environments. This technology facilitates the development of ultra-compact and lightweight systems with increased payload capacity and extended operational range.
Target Audience
The primary customers are engineers and product developers in robotics, aerospace, automotive, smart home, and medical technology industries seeking compact, reliable, and high-performance linear motion solutions.
Features
- 10-100x smaller and lighter than conventional linear actuators
- Simple design with 4-6 parts, reducing BOM complexity
- Operates in extreme temperatures (-150C to +150C), vacuum, and high-radiation environments
- High energy efficiency, minimizing power consumption
- Unlimited travel distance with force output up to 5000N
- High precision with resolution down to 0.01 microns and speeds up to 10m/s
- Configurable lengths from 10mm to infinity and diameters from 3mm
- Non-magnetic, making them safe for medical applications