Drive Systems for Medical & Laboratory Equipment
Robotics and automation have long been standard in production. In the world of the medical industry, they are becoming increasingly important. This is due, on the one hand, to a gain in efficiency and comfort – to say nothing…
Drive solutions for sports gel production
Whether it’s professional or recreational sports, whether in a national league or local division, whenever athletes push their limits to achieve their goals, nutrition and nutrient supply play a vital role. Dextrose, isotonic drinks and sports or energy gels help athletes perform at their best and stay in top form during intense exertion. Sports gels, in…
Humanoid Robots – The final step in the revolution of robotics?
“How close are we to living with humanoid robots? And are we truly at the dawn of a new era?” These questions were at the heart of a recent presentation by FAULHABER’s Business Development team. The answer: closer than many think – yet several hurdles remain. The expert outlined the current state of the technology, identified…
Strengthening presence in Asia: Direct access to high-tech markets and local customers
FAULHABER continues its path of international growth by strengthening its market presence in Asia with a new sales office in India. On August 8, 2025, the office in Pune will officially open its doors. The site will be managed by Regional Sales Manager Sachin Kurlekar, who will oversee the Indian market together with a local team. Strategically, the location is…
FAULHABER Drive Systems tailored to your individual requirements
FAULHABER excels in developing and producing custom drive solutions, distinguished by its high-performance engineering and extensive application expertise, working in close collaboration with our customers. The spectrum spans from customer-specific drive components to single- or multi-axis drive systems or build-to-ship OEM products. With our customized solutions, we support our customers in being successful on the market…
Humanoid Robotics demands dexterity in motion
The hand is perhaps the most utilized human tool. Its dexterity, fine motor skills and sensory feedback make it the interface between the body and the environment. Reproducing this fascinating functionality in an artificial hand is one of the greatest challenges in robotics, and at the same time one of its most difficult tasks. Whether in…
Reliability and failure rate in electronic drive components
The reliability of electronic assemblies is a crucial factor in the planning, lifespan, and smooth operation of drive systems. It is directly related to the failure rate: higher reliability means a lower failure rate of the drive system, as it reduces the probability of failure within a given period. This tutorial answers fundamental questions about…
FAULHABER drives on a mission to Jupiter
The JUICE (Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer) probe is on a remarkable journey: It must travel around 778 million kilometers before it reaches its destination – a mission that will take eight years in total. Read more
Eight facts and myths surrounding microstepping operation with stepper motors
There are many good reasons for operating a two-phase stepper motor in microstepping mode. Dividing the full step not only reduces wear in the mechanical transmission system – it also makes the mechanical torque of the stepper motor much smoother. It has even been suggested that a stepper motor operating in microstepping mode is more…
Motor Calculations for Coreless Brush DC Motors
When selecting a Coreless Brush DC Motor for an application, or when developing a powered prototype, there are several basic motor physics principles which must be considered to produce a safe, well-functioning, sufficiently-powered precision drive system. In this document, we have provided some important methods, formulas and calculation details to determine the power output of…