Techniques for independent motion actuator are described herein. The techniques may include a first linear actuator, a first driven carriage to be driven by movement of the first linear actuator, and a first free carriage in line with the first linear actuator but being disengaged from the first linear actuator. The techniques may also include a second linear actuator substantially parallel to the first linear actuator. A second driven carriage is to be driven by movement of the second linear actuator, and a second free carriage in line with the second linear actuator but being disengaged from the second linear actuator and to be coupled to the first driven carriage.