In 2007, Heinrich Amminger and Martin Trummer from Austria had an idea for revolutionising warehouse logistics. They developed the automated small part warehouse – an intelligent and very environment-friendly logistics system that is winning an increasing number of customers for Ylog, a startup company.
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More than 100 electric motors from maxon have been used on the Red Planet, and have withstood cosmic radiation, dust storms, and temperature fluctuations. The key to success is standard industrial products.
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Swiss drive specialist, maxon, together with Virtual Incision, have developed the MIRA Surgical System. This is the world’s first miniaturised and robot-assisted surgical device. It works with the sterilisable maxon ECX Speed 6 and 8 mm drives.
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This year’s Hannover Messe, from 17 to 21 April, featured maxon motor’s latest product developments, and was based on the theme of “more torque and more dynamics in the smallest of spaces”.
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With the new Lightrider E Ultimate, Swiss bicycle manufacturer Thömus is launching the world's first full suspension cross-country electric mountain bike weighing less than 15 kilograms.
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The Franka Emika Production 3 is a highly innovative collaborative robot that is playing a key role in shaping the future of smart factories.
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Innovative motor concepts are the answer to growing market requirements for dynamic response, compactness and power density. With the EC frameless DT, maxon presents a solution that really packs a punch. ...
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Parvalux Motors has appointed DNH Tradeserve as the exclusive distributor for its comprehensive geared motor solutions in South Africa.
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NASA’s fifth Mars rover will collect soil samples, seal them and deposit them on the Martian surface for future collection and transport back to earth. Swiss drive specialist, maxon motor, will supply ...
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NASA’s fifth Mars rover will collect soil samples, seal them and deposit them on the Martian surface for future collection and transport back to Earth. Swiss drive specialist, maxon motor, will supply ...
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At the first ever Cybathlon recently held in Zurich, people with paraplegia raced on foot. Aided by the world’s best exoskeletons, they competed against each other on an obstacle course to show the public ...
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Very confined and hazardous spaces are common in many industrial sectors. They are not only difficult for humans to access, but often have to be inspected frequently. Problems occur frequently and, whilst ...
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