Faulhaber presents compact drive solutions for medical technology and robotics

Small, precise and powerful: Faulhaber is presenting its range of miniature motors and drive systems at automatica. The company, headquartered in Germany, offers motor solutions for applications where space, efficiency and service life are crucial - for example in medical technology, prostheses or humanoid robotics.

Sizes from 1.9 to 44 millimetres - for demanding applications

The portfolio ranges from brushless to brushed motors with diameters from 1.9 to 44 millimetres. The drives are complemented by matching gearboxes and encoders - also in miniature format.

The compact design allows them to be used where other motors no longer work due to space or power limitations. Faulhaber drives are particularly in demand when durability, high power density and minimal size are required.

Use in prostheses and humanoid robots

One application example: modern prostheses. Faulhaber motors are already installed in many of these systems today. The main aim here is to enable the most natural possible movement sequences in the smallest possible space. While weight and similarity to the human hand are paramount for prostheses, other standards apply to humanoid robots.

What counts here is performance in a confined space. In both cases, however, the combination of precision, efficiency and robustness is crucial - an area in which Faulhaber has decades of experience.

In-house developed technologies such as the bell-type armature winding

Faulhaber is not only a user, but also a developer of key drive technologies. The so-called bell-type armature winding was developed in-house and still characterizes many of the company's products today. This special winding ensures smooth running, good efficiency and a compact design - a technological advantage that is reflected in many products.

Strong in medical technology, laboratory automation and industrial applications

While Faulhaber is hardly represented in the automotive sector, the focus is clearly on medical technology, automation technology and laboratory automation. Typical applications include measuring devices, dosing systems and drives in precision machines.

The quantities are often in the range of tens of thousands of units - but customer-specific solutions from one unit are also possible. The following applies here: economic efficiency is a decisive factor for both sides.

New motor sizes in the 12 and 14 millimeter range

Faulhaber will also be presenting innovations in the field of brushed drives at automatica. Product additions have been developed to close existing gaps in the portfolio, particularly in the 12 and 14 millimeter sizes.

These motors are aimed at applications with low voltages and low control requirements - for example in cost-sensitive applications or mobile systems with battery operation.

Encoders and controllers to match the drives

The drive portfolio is complemented by matching encoders and controllers. The controllers are precisely matched to the motors and enable easy integration into customer-specific systems. Customized special solutions are also standard at Faulhaber - thanks to a broad modular system and decades of experience.

AI and predictive maintenance: potential, but still in development

In the field of digitalization, Faulhaber sees concrete application possibilities, especially in the area of predictive maintenance. The motors can provide relevant operating data via current consumption and sensors, which can be used for condition monitoring.

AI-supported sequence programming - for smart control logic, for example - is still a dream of the future, but is already on the radar as a field of research. According to Faulhaber, it is crucial that the customer can derive real added value from such technologies.

Broad catalog range and individual solutions

Faulhaber combines series products with customer-specific developments. The company's own history of over 75 years is reflected in the breadth of its product range - and in its deep understanding of applications with high requirements.

Whether for medical precision systems or automation solutions in industrial environments: the combination of miniaturization, power density and technical reliability makes Faulhaber a relevant partner for highly specialized drive solutions.