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Tutorials, technical articles, and e-learning modules. The maxon Academy offers clearly structured content to deepen your knowledge of drive technology. Our experts share their specialist knowledge of the workings of our drive systems, energy efficiency, and selecting the right components. Keynote Innovation is the beating heart of progress. Welcome to maxon’s Keynote. We will be diving into three truly exciting and innovative topics that showcase the diversity and versatility of our company’s high-precision drives and systems. Electric Vehicles, Lab Automation and Robotics - all areas in which maxon is making an incredible impact. Enjoy watching. Learn more maxon Academy For thinkers. For doers. For discoverers. The maxon Academy aims to drive technical innovation through knowledge, education, and curiosity. Academy Understanding products and parameters. The maxon Academy imparts basic knowledge, but always with a focus on current customer requirements and market trends. With our digital resources you can expand your technical knowledge and keep it up to date. Benefit from practical tutorials and e-learning modules from our experts. Tutorial Selection of drive components This video will guide you through the 7 main steps in the drive selection process. Watch Video Encoder selection Learn more about the different types of incremental encoders and how to choose the one that is right for your application. Watch Video Gearhead selection This video will guide you through the process of selecting a maxon gearhead, based on load torque and speed. Watch Video Controller selection Understand what you need to consider when choosing a controller and learn more about maxon DEC, ESCON, EPOS and MACS. Watch Video Winding selection Use the maxon motor data sheets to find the optimum winding for a specific maxon motor type and understand all relevant selection parameters. Watch Video maxon encoder families Get an overview of our portfolio of optical, magnetic, and inductive encoders and gain insight into their unique features. Watch Video Load More Selection of DC Drives, Guideline with Calculations This extensive collection with illustrations and descriptions includes formulas, terminology, and explanations of the calculations that are relevant for drive systems. A flow chart provides assistance in selecting the right drive for each purpose. Magnetism This book gives you the basic principles, terminology, and theory on magnetism, magnetic circuits, and magnetization processes. There is also a detailed discussion of the magnetic forces relevant to drive technology, as well as explanations of magnetic field sensors and the natural magnetic field. Author: Dr. Otto Stemme, 182 pages ISBN 978-3-9520143-3-2 Language: English Free shipping worldwide (duties may apply) Order book The selection of high-precision microdrives Step by step, from the targeted formulation of the drive problem to the problem’s solution. Numerous tips and explanations without a large amount of theory, except where required for understanding. Various application examples explore critical aspects of drive technology. Author: Dr. Urs Kafader; approx. 150 pages. 3rd edition. Language: English This extensive collection with illustrations and descriptions includes formulas, terminology, and explanations of the calculations that are relevant for drive systems. A flow chart provides assistance in selecting the right drive for each purpose. Magnetism This book gives you the basic principles, terminology, and theory on magnetism, magnetic circuits, and magnetization processes. There is also a detailed discussion of the magnetic forces relevant to drive technology, as well as explanations of magnetic field sensors and the natural magnetic field. Author: Dr. Otto Stemme, 182 pages ISBN 978-3-9520143-3-2 Language: English Free shipping worldwide (duties may apply) Order book The selection of high-precision microdrives Step by step, from the targeted formulation of the drive problem to the problem’s solution. Numerous tips and explanations without a large amount of theory, except where required for understanding. Various application examples explore critical aspects of drive technology. Author: Dr. Urs Kafader; approx. 150 pages. 3rd edition. Language: English Configurations and niche products. Are you looking for a drive system whose architecture must meet highly specific requirements? In addition to an online configurator for easy modification, we also offer a comprehensive development ecosystem to create the perfect solution. Additional interesting facts for you. Coorperate with maxon Young Engineers Program With YEP, we have created an international platform for young talents, universities, and start-ups from all over the world. Here, we implement exceptional innovation projects and support outstanding engineering. Company Technology Our core technologies are based on 60 years of experience in combining mechanical micro-components and electrical systems. Today, we constantly push the boundaries of what is feasible and make targeted investments in research and development. Working at maxon We provide a suitable starting point for every professional level in a dynamic industry. In our Careers section, you will find current job openings and the right people to contact. Interviews, feature articles, application stories: Our company is full of stories. Discover exciting stories from the maxon universe.