{"id":57524,"date":"2025-06-05T11:04:00","date_gmt":"2025-06-05T09:04:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.expo21xx.com\/news\/?p=57524"},"modified":"2025-12-05T10:43:29","modified_gmt":"2025-12-05T09:43:29","slug":"strain-wave-gears-for-cobots","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expo21xx.com\/news\/strain-wave-gears-for-cobots\/","title":{"rendered":"Strain wave gears for cobots"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Cobots generally offer limited installation space, but nevertheless have to deliver high performance \u2013 no problem for our strain wave gears. These zero backlash precision gears combine maximum functional and power density with a compact and lightweight design, to take the popular lightweight robots to the next level with regard to precision, efficiency, compactness, and reliability.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expo21xx.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/nabttttt.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-57525\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.expo21xx.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/nabttttt.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.expo21xx.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/nabttttt-350x163.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.expo21xx.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/nabttttt-700x327.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.expo21xx.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/nabttttt-149x70.jpg 149w, https:\/\/www.expo21xx.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/nabttttt-768x358.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo by NABTESCO<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Cobots are typically equipped with strain wave gears. The precision gears are small, light, safe, and reliable \u2013 which makes them an ideal drive solution for the joints in popular lightweight robots. Those who require the highest standards for performance, quality, individuality, and availability will find the optimal solution at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.expo21xx.com\/motion21xx\/14615_st3_lubricant_motor_drive\/\">Nabtesco <\/a>Precision Europe.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Customised strain wave gears for individual cobots<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Our zero backlash\u00a0strain wave gears\u00a0(manufactured at the Ovalo GmbH branch located in Limburg\/Lahn) offer unique functional and power density, as well as a high level of customisation options. Other specifications? An ultra-flat design? Integration of custom features? No problem. We can tailor performance, geometry, material, and interfaces to the exact requirements of your particular application. This gives you maximum freedom in the design of your cobot without having to make any compromises.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Compact precision gears of excellent quality:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Absolute zero backlash<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compact and lightweight design<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Optional hollow shaft \u2013 ideal for feed-through of cables and hoses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Specifically configurable backdriving torque<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High reliability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Quiet operation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High level of customisation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintenance-free throughout the entire service life<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Automation made easy<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether for handling, assembly, loading, palletising, or packaging: The future belongs to cobots. The market has been expanding for years, and cobots are being used in ever more diverse applications. And the trend is on the rise. No wonder. The convenient robot arms combine performance, compactness, cost-effectiveness, and user friendliness to create a flexible, efficient, and reliable automation solution. Especially small and mid-sized industrial and craft enterprises benefit from features such as easy integration, user-friendly handling, and intuitive operation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cobots \u2013 multi-faceted tools for automation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Intuitive handling: Easy to install and easy to program<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Broad application spectrum: Flexible and versatile<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Low space requirements: Compact design, minimal footprint<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seamless integration in existing production processes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Collaborative: Safe interaction with people, without external safety technology<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Outstanding cost-effectiveness with a fast return on investment (ROI)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Gears are a core technology&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However: Every robot is only as good as its\u00a0gears. As torque and speed converters they are the heart of the system, so to speak; they crucially affect performance data and kinematics. Without precise gears, a lightweight robot cannot achieve pin-point positioning. Special care is therefore needed in the choice and design of the gears.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Compact, zero backlash precision gears for every requirement<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We have the ideal solution for every challenge. Our flexible modular product system and our extensive engineering services open up virtually unlimited possibilities for you, as the basis for innovative cobot drive concepts. Depending on the customer\u2019s integration capabilities we use different versions of our strain wave gears to create solutions that are optimally tailored to your requirements.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our product portfolio at a glance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Gear sets: The most basic version<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gear sets plus: Ready to install, with rigid gear output shaft<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gear units: Completely enclosed, including rigid output and input bearing and seal system<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Actuators: Complete systems, typically consisting of a gear set, bearing, housing, and electric motor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>We also offer digital strain wave gears as an extremely compact solution for intelligent automation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>We have the right drive technology for your cobot<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As one of the leading precision gear specialists and world market leader in the area of robotic gears, we know our business. Benefit from our decades of market knowledge, our extensive expertise, our valuable process and application competence, and our excellent\u00a0customer service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A strong and experienced partner:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Integral drive concepts for cobots<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Customised strain wave gears in large-scale production<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sensorised strain wave gears without resizing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Flexible modular product system<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Comprehensive engineering services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Production to automotive standards<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Outsourcing partner\u00a0for pre-assembly of cobots<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Full-service support: All-inclusive bundle for your automation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information visit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nabtesco.de\/\">nabtesco.de<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cobots generally offer limited installation space, but nevertheless have to deliver high performance \u2013 no problem for our strain wave gears. 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