maxon

maxon is an industry-leading developer of precision electric drive solutions for UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles). Offering unbeatable efficiency and power, as well as reliable operation in extreme environments, the company’s innovative product portfolio drives the next generation of unmanned systems in the air, on land, and even in space.

UAV and Drone Propulsion Solutions

maxon offers specialized propulsion systems that have been optimized for UAVs, combining matched combinations of motors, ESCs, and propellers to deliver the utmost in performance and efficiency. These precision solutions allow drone manufacturers to maximize flight endurance and operational safety, and can play a key part in certification efforts.

All components are rigorously tested according to aerospace-grade standards, including DO-160 G environmental testing. Best-in-class documentation is available for each product, including reliable and verified performance data.

Modular Product Portfolio

maxon’s aerospace-grade precision drive systems are used in a wide range of aerospace and drone applications. With compact and lightweight designs, these products offer excellent energy efficiency for maximum mission endurance.

The modular product portfolio includes:

• Brushed DC motors with ironless windings, in sizes of Ø6–65 mm
• Brushless DC motors with ironless windings, in sizes of Ø4–60 mm
• Brushless DC external- and internal-rotor motors with iron core windings, in sizes of Ø9.2–90 mm
• Brushless frameless motors in sizes of Ø42–90 mm
• Planetary gearheads
• High-resolution magnetic, optical & inductive encoders
• Servo controllers and position controllers

Custom Design Services

In addition to their portfolio of COTS drive components, maxon can also engineer custom designs according to specific customer requirements.

Examples include:

• Fully customized actuators
• Joint actuators
• Special interfaces (eg. flanges with inserts)
• Size scaled up/down from available designs
• Extended rotor inertia for reaction wheels
• Optimized mass (eg. stepped gearboxes)