How a Robot Is Born

When people imagine robots, they often think of futuristic machines or automated arms in industrial settings.

But behind every robot is a complex system of components, and one of the most critical is motion. Without motion, a robot cannot function—and compact, high-performance electric motors power that motion.

In modern robotics, especially in collaborative applications and robotic arms, small brushless motors such as brushless DC motors (BLDC motors) are essential. These motors provide the precision, efficiency, and reliability needed in robotic systems, from industrial automation to robotic surgery.

A robotics engineer typically begins with a vision: a mechanical arm that can perform delicate tasks or a robot actuator that must operate with high precision. To bring this vision to life, they need to find the right components—selecting in a thick catalogue a brushless electric motor that fits the design and performance requirements.

However, standard DC motors from such catalogues often come with significant compromises that are initially not apparent. Cogging torque or poor efficiency for the real operating torque, for example, can cause jerky motion or significant inefficiencies, which are not acceptable in high-performance applications.

Engineers also face challenges with system voltage mismatches, motor dimensions, and insufficient torque, which may require additional components like gearboxes. These compromises lead to suboptimal designs that reduce efficiency. Furthermore, using a catalogue motor will make your application pretty easy to copy by me-too entrants.

This is where Mirmex stands out. Using advanced flex PCB substrate winding technology, we create custom electric motor windings that are compact, efficient, and tailored to your exact needs. Whether you are developing a robot servo, a micro generator, or a small electric motor for a collaborative robot, our solutions are designed to adapt to your system—not the other way around.

Our motors have zero cogging, are optimized for radial flux or axial flux motor configurations, and are scalable down to small micro-actuators.

This flexibility allows engineers to design without compromise, unlocking the full potential of their robotic systems and creating important entry-barrier for competitors.

At Mirmex, we understand that every project is unique. That is why we work closely with our clients to develop brushless DC electric motors that meet and exceed expectations.

Whether you are working on robotic surgery, industrial automation, or next-generation collaborative robots, our high-performance motors are built to deliver.

Do not let the limitations of standard electric motors hold you back. Contact us today for a first-pass motor design analysis and discover how our custom motor solutions can transform your ideas into reality. We are here to help you achieve the best solution!