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    maxon at Hannover Messe 2025: New Precision Drives, Flexible Controls & Integrated Robotics

    From robotics to industrial automation to medical technology – precise drive solutions are essential for high-performance systems. maxon will be exhibiting at the upcoming Hannover Messe 2025, March 31 to April 4, and will be showcasing new products that open up additional opportunities for engineers and developers.
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    In Memory of Jürgen Mayer – A Patron with a Can-Do Attitude

    The number seems almost unbelievable: Jürgen Mayer worked at maxon for over 50 years and had a decisive influence on the company. Memorable moments in the company's history fell during his time in office. Under his aegis, the company grew significantly. He died on Tuesday, March 11, at the age of 86. An appreciation. 
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    maxon product innovations

    In the fall of 2024, maxon launched a series of innovative new products and shared further developments. Whether it's a drive with a diameter of just 16 millimeters, a controller that can be easily integrated into even the tightest of spaces, or a robust and reliable robotic actuator - we present these and many other exciting products in our annual product video.
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    maxon presents a humanoid robot and current product highlights at SPS 2024

    At the SPS 2024 trade show in Nuremberg from November 12th to 14th, maxon will present the first complete prototype of the humanoid robot, HOPE. HOPE is driven by maxon EC-i motors and the company's own controllers. Rob Knight, the developer of the robot, will be present at the maxon booth throughout the trade show. maxon will also be showcasing current highlights from its product range, including the new "Strain Wave" shaft gearhead, which will be making its trade show debut.
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    Compamed trade fair: maxon presents the world's first miniaturized and robot-assisted surgical device MIRA

    The Swiss drive specialist maxon will present a special highlight at the Compamed trade fair from November 11 to 14, 2024 in Düsseldorf: The MIRA Surgical System from Virtual Incision will be on display. MIRA is the world's first miniaturized and robot-assisted surgical device. It works with the maxon ECX Speed 6 and 8 mm drives (sterilizable).
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    Mastering control with ESCON2: From basic fans to advanced logistics robots

    In a world where precision and efficiency are paramount, maxon is setting the bar high. With the introduction of the ESCON2 servo controllers and the user-friendly Motion Studio software, a new versatile platform is created. Here, engineers now have the tools to implement their most innovative ideas – or enhance existing devices. 
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Bringing product innovations to Hannover Messe.

This year's Hannover Messe (April 17–21, 2023) will feature maxon’s latest product developments, along with new 2023/2024 product catalog with more than 600 pages of drive technology. Standout products include the brand new ECX PRIME 6, and the EC frameless DT motors series’ new sizes 65 and 85.
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