Responsibility above the clouds Drive systems for aerospace Building an aircraft means accountability—from the hangar to takeoff and landing. This is only possible with experienced partners.
The service life of an aircraft is 25 to 35 years. New and replacement parts must remain available in consistent quality throughout the entire product life cycle. The aviation industry is highly regulated and requires solid evidence, traceabil- ity, and certified processes down to the component level. Requirements have increased in re- cent years. Drive systems and actuators must be durable and high‑performance. At the same time, efficiency, material origin, and environmental compatibil- ity are gaining importance. Complete documentation is essential. Because of the high altitudes of up to 10,000 meters, our drives are designed to reliably withstand extreme environ- mental conditions. Drive systems are designed and tested for temperature fluctuations, shocks, vibrations, and moisture to ensure predictable and reliable behavior. A long service life is
both expected and required, even under harsh conditions. Control begins already in develop- ment. maxon relies on many years of ex- perience from aviation projects and on processes that meet the requirements of the aerospace industry (EN 9100). A fully equipped test laboratory, suitable → Reliable drive solutions for safety‑critical onboard applications → Haptic feedback and control- lable operating forces for human‑machine interfaces → Proven in aerospace applications with high demands on safety and service life
test procedures, and design consid- erations are based on real operating profiles. Reliable data and models form the basis for flawless functionality and maintenance. maxon develops electric drive solutions consistently in the context of their application. Mechanics, electronics, control, and integration are considered together. Stable and predictable solutions Where customer‑specific solutions are required, we support projects from the concept phase through series produc- tion. The focus is on stable, predictable solutions throughout the entire life cycle—whether in the cockpit, the pas- senger cabin, or ground systems. The electrification of aviation is progressing. Concepts such as drones, small aircraft, or ground‑based drive solutions will rely less on fossil fuels in the future. The responsibility remains.
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