I am looking for some advice on what I can use as a simple linear servo to push a latch release mechanism. The servo needs to push/pull down on a spring loaded latch which acts as a catch for a rail mounted sliding aluminum rod. The servo needs to release the latch upon the press of a momentary switch and then allow the latch to return to its original position when the switch is released. I need a very small servo for this project. There is not much room to work with, say less than an inch in all directions.
I know I need a control circuit but I have not done any electronics projects in a long time so I thought I might just order something like this: ServoCity Manual Servo Driver - RobotShop.ca to simplify things.
I guess I will just use a nano servo with some kind of linkage I think that is best the solution. Anyone have a different suggestion?