Challenges in Drone Technology
Drone technology continues to advance depending on specific applications. For this article, we’ll be looking at compact drones used in a variety of applications that need continuous and autonomous inspection of chimneys, shafts, and tanks. Read more
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. Read more
Marsmissies zonder maxon aandrijfsystemen? Ondenkbaar!
Meer dan 100 elektromotoren van maxon zijn gebruikt op de ‘Rode Planeet’ en hebben kosmische straling, stofstormen en temperatuurschommelingen doorstaan. Er zijn al diverse precisieaandrijvingen naar Mars gevlogen, waaronder met NASA’s Perseverance rover. Lees meer
Lineaire terugkoppeling brengt de illusie van haptische feedback naar het allerhoogste niveau
Studenten van de opleiding tandheelkunde kunnen hun behandelingen eenvoudig, veelvuldig en veilig oefenen op de simodont dental trainer. deze VR-trainingssimulator geeft zeer accurate én realistische force feedback op diverse tandheelkundige behandelingen die studenten onder de knie moeten krijgen. Lees…
Enchanted Tools zorgt met Mirokaï voor een revolutie in robotica
Hoe kunnen we robots in de nabije toekomst volwaardig deel laten uitmaken van ons dagelijks leven? Dat is de uitdaging die de Franse start-up Enchanted Tools aangaat. Dit bedrijf, opgericht door Jérôme Monceaux (mede-ontwikkelaar van de robots Pepper en Nao), onthulde onlangs Miroki,…
Why is the maxon Group developing programmable master controllers?
maxon has been developing and producing drive components and mechatronic systems for decades. However, the system business is becoming increasingly important and more complex. Programmable MACS controllers are thus an essential component for these system solutions. The master controller (MACS) can be used…
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…
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….
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. Read more
The maxon Keynote 2022 – Trends in Drive Technology
Maxon is driven by the desire to find the perfect result for each market need. In this Keynote, our experts show the impressive drives that move drones and robots, as well as the app that helps users make the…