Business profile
maxon drive systems are mission-critical components employed in a wide range of space applications, including satellites, space probes, the International Space Station (ISS), and space laboratories. Their exceptional performance has made them an integral part of numerous research missions, including expeditions to Mars, the Moon, and deep space. On Mars, maxon drives have demonstrated remarkable resilience in the harsh Martian environment, powering several rovers, including Perseverance and the Ingenuity helicopter drone.
Applications:
- Rocket engine valve drives
- Solar array drive and deployment systems
- Docking and separating system actuators
- Mission-specific mechanisms for research spacecraft and robotic probes, with a focus on lunar and Martian mission
Decades of experience in space applications have led to the creation of the maxon space catalogue, a comprehensive collection of space-qualified products.