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Those include a precise alignment of the robotic joints with the user’s biological joints to ensure that undue stress isn’t put on the body, as well as torque sensors in the actuators to gather more accurate data about the machine’s movements.
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IEEE Spectrum, 2 Mar. 2025
Other improvements might include faster, more capable actuators.
—ArsTechnica, 11 June 2025
Such robots need high-speed machine vision, fast motors and actuators, precise control, and the ability to make accurate predictions in real time, not to mention being able to develop a game strategy.
—ArsTechnica, 31 May 2025
The air pressure sequentially triggers two ligament actuators in each leg, which move the limb laterally, along with one foot actuator that lifts the limb off the ground.
—Ben Coxworth
may 28, New Atlas, 28 May 2025
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IEEE Spectrum, 2 Mar. 2025
Other improvements might include faster, more capable actuators.
—ArsTechnica, 11 June 2025
Such robots need high-speed machine vision, fast motors and actuators, precise control, and the ability to make accurate predictions in real time, not to mention being able to develop a game strategy.
—ArsTechnica, 31 May 2025
The air pressure sequentially triggers two ligament actuators in each leg, which move the limb laterally, along with one foot actuator that lifts the limb off the ground.
—Ben Coxworth
may 28, New Atlas, 28 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for actuator
Noun
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There’s considerable levers to pull the future, particularly on delivery.—
Paulina Likos,
CNBC,
25 June 2025
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Stablecoins are becoming the strategic lever for cost reduction and business model expansion in the payments industry.—
Chuck Zhang,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
Noun
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The on/off lever, complete with a cherry red knob, adds a burst of contrast to the otherwise monochrome frame.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
20 June 2025
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Clean the base of the toilet that is on the floor and all the knobs, too.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
14 June 2025
Noun
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The classic drip coffee machine has modern-day touches like an auto-start button to set the time for your next brew and an LED control panel.—
Sarah Madaus,
Architectural Digest,
20 June 2025
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Everyone experiences emotional buttons being pushed.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
Noun
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The on/off switch is also in line with the power cord for a seamless look.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
20 June 2025
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The switch back to the one-forward setup El Tri used for much of 2024 didn’t pay immediate dividends, and the crowd of 34,015 at AT&T Stadium became antsy, with some fans booing the display as players headed into the locker rooms for halftime.—
Jon Arnold,
New York Times,
19 June 2025
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“Actuator.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/actuator. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.
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