drive.tech | maxon's corporate blog about drive technology

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The delivery robots are coming!

People look up at the sky and see more and more drones. Yet the breakthrough for delivery robots will take place on the ground.

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The docking system for safe space rendezvous

The European Space Agency (ESA) is working on a new system to enable easy docking between two spacecraft.

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In search of a lost veteran

Researchers finally found a long lost submarine wreck – with the aid of an underwater robot.

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Young Engineers Program

Creating a humanoid robot - piece by piece

In a long-term project, the Polytechnique Montréal is building a humanoid robot. Every year, new parts will be added to the body.

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Robots in the vineyard

In France’s Bordeaux region, autonomous robots ensure that the wine is organically good.

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Guest Blog

CAN: What is it and Why use it?

CAN offers a number of key benefits to engineers designing for limited spaces.

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Five incredible animal robots

Take a look at five highly advanced robots which were inspired by nature.

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Expert Blog

On the efficiency of drive components

maxon expert Urs Kafader shares his knowledge.

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Urs Kafader Head of Training at maxon

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The high-tech baby that saves lives

The chest of the tiny body slowly moves up and down, veins and arteries are visible under the thin skin. The heartbeat is regular.

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Maxon Inside

The right controller for your motor

"Precise control engineering is the prerequisite for robotics and automation", says Daniel Hug, Product Manager for Electronics and Systems Technology.

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A prosthetic hand that feels

A small start-up is set to turn the market for hand prostheses on its head – with an innovative spirit, compact DC motors, and a touch function.

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High-altitude wind energy from kites

A Dutch team is currently changing an entire industry. With a new method to make use of wind energy.

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Challenges for the packaging industry

The packaging world needs solutions that offer greater profitability and meet environmental requirements.

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Expert Blog

How to optimize your drive system

Drive technology is a basic building block for the performance of machines, robots, and hand-held devices. However, there is much more to consider than just the design and the motor selection.

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