actuator
noun
ac·tu·a·tor
ˈak-chə-ˌwā-tər 
-shə-
: one that actuates
specifically
: a mechanical device for moving or controlling something
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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.
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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
Sigma uses its fastest high-response linear actuator (HLA) autofocus motor in the 300-600mm F4, which makes sense given the typical use cases: fast-moving action in team or individual sports and unpredictable wildlife.
—PC Magazine, 19 May 2025
Once again, the concept art for Cosmo—the huge head, the huge boots—proved difficult, as did the necessity of packing the battery, computer, sensors, actuators and other components into a relatively small body.
—Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 15 Mar. 2025
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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
Sigma uses its fastest high-response linear actuator (HLA) autofocus motor in the 300-600mm F4, which makes sense given the typical use cases: fast-moving action in team or individual sports and unpredictable wildlife.
—PC Magazine, 19 May 2025
Once again, the concept art for Cosmo—the huge head, the huge boots—proved difficult, as did the necessity of packing the battery, computer, sensors, actuators and other components into a relatively small body.
—Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 15 Mar. 2025
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“Actuator.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/actuator. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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