Machine. Helper. Rescuer. Friend. Electric drives for robots Robotic drives from 0.0002 Nm to 480 Nm. Mobility is speeding up in the field of robotics too. Robots need to combine high precision and safe motion sequences with high speed. Our drive trains for application-optimized robots are modules with high power density, designed for OEM integration. Excellent control characteristics Positioning controllers can be designed directly into the robot joint Connectivity through support for a variety of Ethernet standards, such as EtherCAT, etc. Highly dynamic response with low system losses Easy to combine maxon: Driving the evolution of robotics. In the next few years, robots will tangibly affect our everyday lives. Hundreds of millions of robots will take over dull, dirty and dangerous work. At maxon, we strive to accelerate this robotics revolution through our passion and our unique positioning for this market. Production Scalability Our 60 years of production know-how enable us to quickly ramp up the manufacturing and testing of complex robotic drive systems into the tens of thousands of units per year. Reliability Robotics drives must be rugged and operate reliably in all harsh and unstructured environments that modern robots encounter. Our drive systems follow maxon’s highest quality and testing standards. Complexity Reduction Robotic drive systems consist of numerous intricate subsystems such as electronics, motors, gears, encoders, seals, lubrication etc. We tackle these complex systems such that our customers can fully focus on the core of robotics. Total Cost of Ownership Our robotic drives are fully vertically integrated systems. This allows us to be cost-attractive, offer fast time-to-markets as well as unique customization possibilities. Thanks to our highly reliable systems, robot assembly yields and operating times are maximized. We create the right drive system for any robot. We offer comprehensive system simulation and optimization services to make sure you receive the right solution for your problem. This covers topics such as simulation models for entire drive systems, kinematics simulations, holistic systems engineering and optimization, as well as consulting for functional safety or risk assessments. Our portfolio of integrated robotic drive systems is divided into two categories: High Efficiency Joints (HEJ) and High Precision Joints (HPJ), allowing them to address unique needs of different robotics segments. Electric drives for robots High efficiency robotic joints Dynamic motions and high peak torques Efficiencies up to 86% Mobile Autonomous Robots (Humanoids, Quadrupeds, Mobile Manipulation) Features such as brakes, torque sensors, integrated electronics available Customizable for flexible integration Industrial Automation, Medical Robots (Pick-and-place, manipulation, robotic arms) EC frameless DT Learn about our High-Performance motor platform for robotics. Read about our unique system features, core applications, and system integration considerations. Download Whitepaper Robotics Our product recommendations. Robot applications involving lots of axes require absolute repetition accuracy, and outstanding efficiency with maximum dynamic response and lifetime. maxon has a variety of drive solutions that meet these requirements. We can also provide design and simulation support, including for highly complex robot systems. High Efficiency Joint Modules Up to 26 rad/s Up to 86% Efficiency IP67 EtherCAT up to 2840 mNm 2560 cpt Corporate Blog Success stories The field of application of robotics is becoming ever more diverse and complex. For maxon drives, this means meeting the highest standards for precision, speed, and safety. maxon Story Kenshiro: Strong robot with 160 muscles. The tendon-controlled humanoid robot created by the University of Tokyo has more than 160 artificial muscles and is the result of many years of experience. Around 100 brushless maxon motors ensures that the only 1.58 m tall robot has humanlike… Young Engineers Program Autonomous field worker At the ETH Zurich, a robot has been developed to mechanically destroy the weeds growing between crops. “Rowesys” is conveniently started via remote control – and makes herbicides unnecessary. Mirokaï, a revolution in robotics 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… Autonomous robot It works in places that are too dangerous for people. maxon developed a customized drive system for the latest generation of the ANYmal robot from Zürich start-up ANYbotics. Its centerpiece is the new EC flat DT motor in combination with a series elastic actuator (SEA) that reaches its top speed in four milliseconds. Our robotic solutions experts are happy to help you. Mario Maurerer Contact us Our mobility solutions. Modern mobility is inconceivable without powerful electric drive systems. maxon develops and produces mechatronic systems tailored to the market which get things moving reliably and efficiently. Logistics Smart and efficient logistics systems for Industry 4.0 need mobility solutions that feature compact design and high efficiency. maxon supplies drive systems for AGVs, autonomous shuttles, and logistics robots. Our drive systems are found in many areas of a vehicle, such as air-conditioning systems, wind deflectors in convertibles, lane departure warning systems, and fuel pumps and injection systems. With maxon BIKEDRIVE solutions, we offer lightweight e-bike systems and develop drives for electric scooters and trikes, and for electric wheelchairs and rehabilitation vehicles. maxon thrusters are reliable and durable drive systems for use in crewed and uncrewed underwater vehicles. They are specially designed for depths of up to 6000 meters.