NEW FROM Oriental Motor, the BLV-R Series of low voltage input power DC motors is based on the company's BLV series and features enhancements specifically designed to make them a cost-effective solution in AGVs and AMRs.

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NASA'S INGENUITY helicopter has successfully completed its pioneering flight on Mars. This is the first time in the history of powered, unmanned spaceflight that a device has flown in a controlled manner on another planet. The helicopter features DC motors from maxon, that have been modified for this challenge.

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PORTESCAP HAS launched an online product recommendation tool for its brush and brushless DC motors. The Portescap MotionCompass enables users to input the operating points and key parameters – as well as requirements for gearboxes and position feedback – then provides a prioritised list of the different products that meet the needs of the application.

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PORTESCAP HAS introduced the latest addition to its Ultra EC mini brushless DC motor platform – the 16 ECP brushless motor with a new integrated driver. New 16mm diameter motor versions are available in 2 lengths (36mm and 52mm).

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Motion Control Products has introduced a new range of Coreless DC motors that, says the company, have some distinct advantages over standard DC motors. These include longer life expectancy, light weight, high acceleration, less vibration, less noise and operation at very low speeds.

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Panasonic has expanded the MINAS A6 servo drive series with the MINAS A6V – a low voltage, high performance version of the Minas A6 Series servo drive system for operation with input voltages of 24VDC or 48VDC.

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A brushless DC motor has been designed by Printed Motor Works for use in dynamic vehicle testing. The high power-density motor is part of a steering robot developed by Anthony Best Dynamics.

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Featuring a proven energy efficient coreless design with an optimised self-supporting coil and magnetic circuit which enables higher performance in a compact 17mm diameter size, Portescap has expanded the DCT range of Athlonix Brush DC motors with the introduction of the 17DCT brush DC mini motor.

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Available through Mclennnan, Portescap’s new 22ECP series brushless and slotless miniature motors feature optimised speed/torque performance characteristics in two length versions with 80 or 120W continuous output power.

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Reported to be ideal for controlling DC motors used in heavy industry applications such as metal working, steel mills, mining, or the cement, rubber and plastics industries, Sprint Electric has extended is range PLX of digital DC drives up to 2250 Amps.

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Portescap’s new high torque 24DCT miniature motor features an energy efficient coreless design with optimised self-supporting coil and magnetic circuit which ensures higher performance is delivered, all in a compact 24mm diameter size.

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In response to constant pressure for smaller, lighter products, which offer maintained or improved performance, precision motion control specialist Dunkermotoren has developed a brushless DC motor that incorporates not only the power supply, but also the control and positioning electronics, PLC functions, BUS links along with various encoder and brake options.

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RS Components now offers a selected range of Faulhaber products, including DC micromotors, brushless DC servomotors, DC geared motors and speed controllers.

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A new, compact brushless DC motor which provides 1100W of output power continuously and which can be overloaded by up to four times is the latest addition to Dunkermotoren's rotary brushless motors.

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Astrosyn International Technology has delivered the first of a new design of high shock rated permanent magnet DC motor for a hydraulic application in an all-terrain vehicle.

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A partnership between motor manufacturer, maxon motor uk, and Saeed Mohan, a post-graduate student at the University of Reading has developed an exciting new green material from food waste.

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Using two brushed DC motors from maxon motor, prosthetic specialist Endolite has developed a new award winning foot and ankle system that is set to revolutionise amputees walking abilities.

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A new ultra-compact brushless DC motor measuring just 22mm in diameter and weighing only 63g, which is said to deliver exceptional power to size and weight ratio, has been added to the established range of brushless DC motors available from DUNKERMOTOREN.

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Ten years ago, the NASA rovers Opportunity and Spirit landed on Mars. NASA chose maxon motor to supply the 39 brushed DC motors that enable each robot to navigate the surface. Opportunity is still exploring the planet, an extraordinarily long time considering the robot was designed for a service life of only 90 days.

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The compact and lightweight MICROPUMP range of magnet drive pumps are now available with all-new electromagnetic brushless DC motors which provide increased torque and power for liquids handling applications requiring higher flow rates.  

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