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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.
Expert Blog
Sensorless control of brushless motors
Many applications would benefit from a brushless motor without a sensor. There are various options for realizing this. A method developed by maxon is now setting new standards for precision and reliability.
Urs Kafader
Head of Training at maxon
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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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5 key points when motorizing an AGV
AGVs cannot fail, and so the choice of their motorization is crucial.
Maxon Inside
The compact solution for AGVs
maxon has developed a new drive system for the AGV market. Our experts explain what's behind it.
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The hero of Notre-Dame
In spring 2019, the famous cathedral of Notre-Dame was damaged in a devastating fire. However, the Paris fire department prevented the complete destruction of the building – with the help of a special unit.
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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.
Expert Blog
From motor to drive system
Complete mechatronic drive solutions offer many advantages over individual components. Yet to reach the goal, some important questions first need to be answered.
Urs Kafader
Head of Training at maxon
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.
Juergen Wagenbach
Motion Control Specialist
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Medical Exoskeleton for Rehabilitation
The goal achieved was to provide an intelligent, data-driven treatment therapy for dealing with neurological and musculoskeletal movement impairments.
