Tegefe:
you may want to try an electromagnetic press.
Basically it acts like a very large solenoid i.e builds up energy, stores it and then releases it in a matter of microseconds. The principle behind this is that the tool is moving so fast that the part does not have time to deform...
Bertus:
If this is a commercial application the usual way is to utilize industrial broaching technologies. If it is commercial, I can put you in touch with a broaching expert. Let me know
I do know that many of the automotive companies are now coming out with smart air-bag sensor systems that weigh the occupant and also determine if the occupant is fully reclined or leaning forwards. Based on that input data, the airbag is inflated gently, with medium speed or with high speed...
I've seen a similar application where the dispense nozzle was mounted to the edge of pinion of a rack and pinion actuator. The rack was moved by a pneumatic actuator. The pinion would rotate and the nozzle would rotate in a circular pattern around the part.
The only drawbacks to this...
Steve:
I've built a little machine to perform a very similar function. Takes a an E-ring, automatically spreads it, places it over a shaft and snaps it closed over the shaft.
Can send pics
