DC Motors Articles, Stories & News

IP65, IP67, IP68…What Do Protection Ratings Mean?

10/06/20, 05:29 AM | Industrial Robotics, Mobile Robots | DC Motors, gearmotors, Protection Ratings | maxon group

If you are working on a project that calls for an electric motor unit, you will certainly have come across the terms IP65, IP67 and IP68. What do these protection ratings cover? Which protection should be chosen based on your project? Here's a brief answer to these questions.

Covid-19: Drive Technology and Physical Distancing

09/10/20, 05:25 AM | Mobile Robots, Other Topics | covid, DC Motors | maxon group

The sanitary crisis linked to the diffusion of Covid-19 requires everyone to apply measures of social distancing. Motorized and automated solutions are being developed at high speed as a solution.

Ironhand superpower under control

09/02/20, 05:48 AM | Mobile Robots, Other Topics | DC Motors, Exoskeleton | FAULHABER MICROMO

Ironhand ® from the Swedish company BIOSERVOTECHNOLOGIES is a soft, active exoskeleton for the hands and fingers. Normally, a gripping action is made possible by the muscles in the lower arm and hand.

ElectroCraft Drives Feature Easy Setup and Operation

07/23/20, 05:42 AM | Industrial Robotics, Factory Automation | DC Motors | Electrocraft Inc.

The ElectroCraft CompletePower™ Plus Universal Drive takes the guesswork out of selecting and configuring a drive and motor combination by incorporating all of the features and functions necessary to provide optimal control of a wide variety of brushless DC motors.

Intralogistics: AGV vs. AMR

05/28/20, 05:35 AM | Mobile Robots, Other Topics | agv, AMRs, DC Motors, mobile robotics | maxon group

Until recently, AGVs were the only option for automating internal transport tasks. Today, a more sophisticated technology is competing with them: Autonomous Mobile Robots AMR. Although both AGVs and AMRs allow materials to be moved from point A to point B, the comparison ends there.

Robots on the Set

01/13/20, 05:52 AM | Mobile Robots, Other Topics | DC Motors, film, mobile robotics, servo, television | maxon group

Intelligent robotic cameras that automate live transmission are used on stages, racetracks, and playing fields, operate autonomously - and provide a perfect TV experience.

maxon motor - Formulae Handbook for Design Engineers

04/23/19, 08:44 AM | Industrial Robotics, Factory Automation | DC Motors, drive systems, gearmotors, servo, Training and Education | maxon group

The 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.

DC Motors as Generators

02/19/19, 05:38 AM | Industrial Robotics, Mobile Robots | DC Motors, Technology Discussions, The Parts Department | maxon group

Both brushed and brushless DC motors can be operated as generators. However, there are some important points to consider when designing the drive.

DC Motor/Gearmotor "MTBF" A Few Facts About Life Expectancy

06/12/18, 11:09 AM | Industrial Robotics, Factory Automation | DC Motors, gearmotors | MMP Inc. / MIDWEST MOTION PRODUCTS, INC.

If the duty is continuous, that means the motor, if properly sized, will reach thermal equilibrium typically in about 20 Minutes of continual operation (possibly more, depending on the size of the unit).

Power Density in Robotics

05/01/18, 07:59 AM | Mobile Robots | DC Motors | maxon group

A question of torque - Inspection robots for pipes and ducts, rescue robots in disaster areas, or humanoid robots - they all have one thing in common: They are mobile robots that aid humans.

Oriental Motor Introduces New KIIS Series Three-Phase Standard AC Motors in 200 W (1/4 HP) with Hypoid Gear

01/11/16, 01:26 PM | Industrial Robotics, Factory Automation | DC Motors, motors | Oriental Motor Corp. USA

Our Most Compact, Highest Performing and Most Efficient Three-Phase AC Motor Just Received a Boost in Power and Performance

A Brushless DC Motor for Demanding Operating Room Applications

08/17/15, 09:33 AM | Industrial Robotics, Other Topics | DC Motors | maxon group

A sterilizable EC-4pole 30 from maxon motor

MICROMO Introduces The most compact 3‐channel encoder of its class!

07/20/15, 01:44 PM | Industrial Robotics, Other Topics | DC Motors | FAULHABER MICROMO

The most compact 3‐channel encoder of its class!

MICROMO Introduces the MCST 3601 - Powerful New Drive Electronics for Stepper Motors

07/20/15, 01:43 PM | Industrial Robotics, Factory Automation | DC Motors | FAULHABER MICROMO

MCST 3601 - Powerful New Drive Electronics for Stepper Motors

igus - The first self-lubricating plastic bearing for continuous high rotational speeds

06/04/15, 10:51 AM | Factory Automation, Other Topics | DC Motors, motor drives | igus

The new iglide L500 material is suitable for applications in fans and electric motors, among others.

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