The ubiquitous ball spline. Basically, it is a type of mechanical element used in a variety of industrial applications where precise movement and alignment is required, like machine tools, robot arms ...

What makes rotary ball splines ideal for dual motion How preload influences spline performance Why groove shape and ball contact matter The pros and cons of crossed-roller vs. angular-contact bearings ...

Mr. Mark Grizotsky contributes the following proposal for producing a specific type of roughing hob. “This type of spline is produced on a universal gear-milling machine or special spline milling ...