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Is there such a thing as a double roller/bearing? Two rollers/bearings that share one axis, but can roll independently. [linear/pivot]

I'm looking for two track rollers or bearings that share an axis, but can roll independently of each other. Ideally, they are compact as well ($\leq 1 \text{ in}.$ diameter) and can handle a moderate ...
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CNC side linear rails

I've been wondering why most (hobby) CNC machines have two actuated linear rails like this: Besides the extra force for moving the spindle, is there a need for both rails to be actuated? Could the ...
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Off-centre actuation

I'm trying to lift a platform with several guides using a linear actuator, but off the centre as follows: The load on the platform will be around 100kg, which is just within the linear actuator's ...
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Linear guide ball bearings

I'm planning to drive a small linear guide (4cm long) with a servo in a setup like this: I wonder if the ball bearings inside would sustain too much stress due to the vertical forces exerted by the ...
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