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In precision robotics, achieving accurate positioning is paramount—but hysteresis stands in the way. Hysteresis causes lost motion, where the system's output lags behind the input due to factors like backlash and torsional deflection. This results in a discrepancy between command and response—a key contributor to positioning errors. Conventional transmission systems are particularly prone to this, exhibiting hysteresis loops that degrade motion fidelity and precision. Overcoming this challenge is essential for advancing robotic accuracy and performance. The Archimedes Drive, achieves a flat-linear hysteresis curve thanks to True Zero Backlash and High Stiffness. The result? ✅ Reduced settling time ✅ Precise and repeatable movements ✅ Higher accuracy in high-speed robotics ✅ Increased transparency and thus controllability Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/eBK-EV9s

IMSystems returns to the Robotics Summit & Expo. 🦾 Archimedes Drive now offers up to 5x higher torque density for #humanoids! Connect with one of us to arrange a meeting at Robotics Summit & Expo: Thibaud Verschoor | Co-Founder Sten Lindwall | VP Sales Casper van Eersel | Head of Marketing

Humanoids are hitting a wall — and it’s not the AI. It’s the hardware. The future of humanoid movement hinges on precision. And that’s exactly what Thibaud Verschoor, Co-Founder of IMSystems is bringing to the stage at Humanoids Summit. He’s rethinking the mechanics at the core of motion — with a radical drive system built to crush the old limits of gears. Zero backlash. Ultra efficiency. Collision resilience. Get ready for an inside look at the Archimedes Drive, and how it’s redefining what humanoids can physically do — from industrial applications to real-world environments that demand fluid, humanlike movement. 🛠️ If you're building the future of robots, this session is unmissable. 👉 Register NOW to connect with the minds breaking through the hardware bottleneck. www.humanoidssummit.com #humanoids #gears #Robots #Robotics #AI #Hardware

📖 Is slip always a flaw in motion control systems? Not necessarily. In this article, "From Creep to Control: Why Slip is a Feature, Not a Flaw," we explore how the Archimedes Drive turns the inherent micro-slip and creep of rolling contact systems into distinct advantages: ✅ Enhanced positioning accuracy using integrated sensors and advanced PID control. ✅ Employs full-sliding as a unique overtorque protection mechanism, dissipating excess energy safely and significantly improving the drive's lifespan. 📖 Discover how the Archimedes Drive utilizes slip phenomena to enhance performance in precision-critical applications like industrial robotics, medical devices, and humanoid robots.

At euRobotics aisbl #ERF2025 in Stuttgart the Rocking Robots team spoke with Casper van Eersel from IMSystems about a critical challenge in the development of #humanoid #robots—gear transmission reliability. He explains how this technology is being positioned to meet the growing demand in the humanoid robotics market

We're excited to welcome Chris Bootsma to IMSystems as a Mechanical Design Engineer, joining our design team! Working as a Mechanical Engineer after his Bachelors he brings engineering experience from other industries like the offshore, agriculture and food. Recently, he obtained a master's degree from the Delft University of Technology in the direction of High-Tech Engineering — a transition marked by his enthusiasm for hands-on design and precision engineering. He recently applied to IMSystems, and is quickly getting up to speed with our technologies and workflows. Welcome aboard, Chris! 

📖 White Paper: In precision robotics, stiffness is a defining factor for achieving high accuracy and controllability. The Archimedes Drive represents a paradigm shift in stiffness optimization—here’s how: ✅ High-Rigidity Bearing Steel – Built with premium materials for enhanced rigidity. ✅ Pre-Loaded Planets – Distributes stress across the entire structure, reducing deformation. ✅ Passive Contact Deformation – Planets deform perpendicular to the motion, preserving accuracy. ✅ Optimized Component Distribution – Secure clamping eliminates free movement. These innovations ensure accuracy and precision, making Archimedes Drive the ideal solution for next-generation robotics. 📖 Read the full white paper on our website: https://lnkd.in/eQbJ_K4P #Robotics #PrecisionEngineering #ArchimedesDrive #Stiffness #Mechatronics #Automation

In precision robotics and motion control, backlash is the silent enemy of accuracy. Many drives claim "Zero Backlash," yet still exhibit mechanical play that requires compensation. In our latest article, we explore how backlash affects motion accuracy, detailing the difference between conventional drive systems and the Archimedes Drive's innovative traction-based design and how it achieves a flat-linear hysteresis curve: 🔹The Archimedes Drive maintains continuous component contact, ensuring true zero backlash. 🔹High torsional stiffness and preloaded rolling contacts minimize lost motion. 🔹Structural features ensure precision under dynamic loads and sustained accuracy over long operational lifetimes. 👉 Read the full article to learn how the Archimedes Drive achieves a flat-linear hysteresis curve. #Robotics #MotionControl #PrecisionEngineering #Backlash #ArchimedesDrive #Automation

Final day at #ERF2025! The Archimedes Drive drew strong interest—especially from those working on humanoid robotics. Visitors were impressed by its smooth operation, true zero backlash, and ability to exceed its peak torque without failure. Drop by our booth for a hands-on demo, and experience the performance for yourself. Next stop: Robotics Summit & Expo in Boston. See you there!

Great second day at #ERF2025 in Stuttgart. We already had countless conversations about how the Archimedes Drive can contribute to the increasing need for higher performing robots like #humanoids. Come and visit our booth.