Motors that are out of this world

DC motors made by maxon drive the Mars rover and have been running on the Red Planet for more than ten years. Down here on Earth, the unique quality of their reliable, efficiient and powerful drive systems ensures customer satisfaction.

by Maxon International AG
October 17, 2016
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Motors that are out of this world

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Motors that are out of this world

DC motors made by maxon drive the Mars rover and have been running on the Red Planet for more than ten years. Down here on Earth, the unique quality of their reliable, efficiient and powerful drive systems ensures customer satisfaction.

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