Brushed DC motors find use in robot applications, humanoid development

Humanoid robots rely on high-performance brushed DC motors to optimize their motion. | Source: Adobe Stock

Humanoid robots, some of which are designed to operate in close interaction with humans, rely heavily on smooth and controlled joint and limb motion. This makes the selection of the brushed DC motors that power the axes of motion critical.

In addition to high torque density and responsiveness, efficiency to enable long battery life is key. Reliability is important. Achieving...