Andrew Gibson

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Andrew Gibson

Andrew has 30 years’ experience in the engineering environment, covering a wide range of markets. He joined maxon in 2017 as a Sales Engineer to give customers technical support, and he specialises in the aerospace and subsea markets.

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Enchanted Tools is revolutionizing robotics with its Mirokai
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Enchanted Tools is revolutionizing robotics with its Mirokai

How can we fully integrate robots into our daily lives in the near future? This challenge is currently being addressed by French startup Enchanted Tools. Founded by Jérôme Monceaux, who had already helped create the robots Pepper and Nao, Enchanted Tools recently unveiled Miroki, the prototype of a new generation of humanoid robots that are both wondrous and useful.
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A Diabetic Runs the World Marathon Challenge

Seven marathons, on seven continents, in seven days. Linda Carrier goes the limit while being a Type 1 diabetic since the age of fourteen.
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MiniMACS6 stabilizes the Furuta pendulum

A classic problem in engineering is the rotational inverted pendulum. It is used to demonstrate and examine movement patterns and control algorithms in control and electrical engineering as well as in mechanical engineering. These help to control robots and other machines.
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maxon Underwater

Robotic pipe crawlers reaching the unreachable, discover the video.
Helping hands
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Helping hands

It’s important to have people who are there to help others in an emergency, but state-of-the-art technology can play a vital role too. For success in rescue operations, humans and machines must form a powerful duo. We join a search for missing persons with the Swiss Alpine Rescue team from the Engelberg rescue station.
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When to choose a 4pole DC motor ?

Selecting a DC micromotor for use in applications from aerospace through to downhole drilling inspection, a 4pole motor has advantages. A 4pole design is stronger than a 2pole equivalent but can also fit within the same space and weight envelope. Greg Dutfield of maxon UK explains.
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Together as one

As maxon | zub celebrates its fifth anniversary, the two development departments have combined their expertise for the first time. The result? The MicroMACS6 controller. The compact master controller is an essential component for system solutions, as Fabian Vogel, Managing Director of maxon | zub, explains.
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The flying Swiss Army Knife

Innovative aircraft from Swiss startup Dufour Aerospace with electric drives combines the best of both worlds. The cross between drone and helicopter could mean significantly faster and more efficient air emergency operations.
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Beyond Time

Taiwanese artist Chen Hsiangfu has created a poetic interpretation of the relativity of time. Her work “Beyond Time” is on display in the Starlux Airlines flagship store in Taipei, framed by an extraterrestrial atmosphere. maxon motors have helped set this work of art in motion.
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Revival Bionics revolutionizes bionic prosthetics.

Compensating fully for disability: this is the mission of Revival Bionics. Created in 2021 after 2 years of work, this start-up develops cutting-edge technologies in biomechatronics, in order to reproduce walking for people with amputated or paralyzed lower limbs.
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Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing Aircraft

The goal of one company is in the building of a single-person, remotely piloted electric aircraft with the goal of making air taxis affordable and eco-conscious.
Get more out of your camping trip with Mover
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Get more out of your camping trip with Mover

Out and about with a camper trailer – for many this is their travel dream come true, if only parking the caravan was easier. With the maneuvering systems from Truma, this task can be carried out comfortably using a remote control.
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Eliminate the Straps and Belts Needed to Attach Prosthetics

With the use of the right motor, a miniature diaphragm vacuum pump keeps artificial legs in place—eliminating the need for straps and belts—making life simpler and less stressful for users.
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maxon drives for the Andrew+ laboratory automation robot

As laboratories become increasingly automated, having the right robots able to select tools and perform precision operations becomes very important.
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Bioreactor Cell Culture Systems for High Cell Density Processes

A high precision motor and gearhead are used to control impeller speeds that help to maintain proper oxygen levels inside this highly versatile bioreactor.
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