Direct-Drive Gimbals for UAVs – When Weight and Precision Must Work Together
The use of UAVs is increasing rapidly, along with the demand for gimbal systems that are lightweight, precise, and energy-efficient. For many development teams, the challenge lies in combining high performance with a compact design where every gram counts.
We see that traditional gimbal solutions often reach their limits in terms of weight and power consumption. At the same time, modern UAV applications require extremely high stability and accurate positioning. As a result, more and more designers are turning to direct-drive solutions without gearboxes, an approach that delivers high pointing accuracy, reliability, and a more compact overall design.
For direct-drive gimbals in UAV applications, low-profile motors from the Omni and Agility series by Celera Motion (Novanta) are particularly well suited. These motors offer low power consumption and can be customized with through-holes, providing greater flexibility in mechanical design.
Achieving stable and accurate positioning also requires encoders with high resolution in a compact form factor. Optira encoders from Celera Motion are developed for applications where low weight, high positional accuracy, and excellent repeatability are critical.
By combining the right motor and encoder solutions, we help our customers develop direct-drive gimbals that meet demanding requirements for precision, energy efficiency, and low weight, without compromising performance.
Would you like to discuss your application with us?
At Compotech, we are happy to support you with technical advice and guidance in selecting motors and encoders. Contact us to learn more.
