GEARING FOR
Humanoid Robots
Our U.S.-made harmonic strain wave gearing, paired with Spinea’s proven cycloidal technology, equips humanoid robots with precision, durability, and the performance needed to shape the future.
Where Human Agility Meets Gearbox Precision
Cone Drive gearing is built for the demands of humanoid robots—delivering smooth, lifelike motion where precision and reliability matter most. Our U.S.-made harmonic strain wave gearing drives compact, backlash-free joints like hips, knees, and wrists, while our cycloidal reducers provide the stiffness and durability needed for high-load axes such as waist and shoulders. Backed by over a century of engineering expertise, Cone Drive helps robot developers create machines that move with strength, safety, and humanlike agility.
In Action
Hip Pitch/Roll Joints
Knee Joints
Ankle Joints
Shoulder Pitch/Roll Joints
Wrist Joints
Waist/Yaw Axis
Hip Yaw Joint
Shoulder Yaw Joint
Pelvis/Lower Back Modules
• Compact and lightweight for tight humanoid joint spaces
• Zero backlash for smooth, precise, humanlike motion
• Quiet and efficient, ideal for collaborative environments
• Durable and reliable, ensuring long service life
• U.S.-made for quality and secure supply chains
• High torque and load capacity for hips, knees, and core joints
• Exceptional rigidity for balance and stability
• Compact, integrated design simplifies actuator assembly
• Zero backlash, consistent torque under load
• Proven performance in robotics and automation
Combined Value
• Complete motion solution
• Scalable across all humanoid joints
• Backed by Timken expertise
Our Competitive Advantage
Leading Performance
Recognized for our accuracy and precision
Short Lead Times
We ship in days; not weeks or months
Highest Torque/Power Density
Smallest form factor in the industry
Highly Customizable Solutions
We can engineer a solution for your unique application
Superior Quality
With over 100 years in the industry, we offer robust and reliable solutions
Global Presence, Local Support
Where it’s need, when it’s needed
Four Technologies. One Trusted Source.
Harmonic Strain Wave Gearing
Designed for compact, high-precision motion control, Cone Drive’s harmonic solutions offer drop-in compatibility with competitors and full customization in cup, hat, and ring styles—including lightweight and “F-style” bolt patterns.
TwinSpin® Precision Cycloidal Gearing
For demanding applications requiring zero backlash and high torque in a compact footprint, Spinea’s cycloidal gear units deliver superior torsional stiffness, load capacity, and integrated design flexibility.
Slewing Drives & Bearings
Cone Drive’s slewing drives feature high-ratio gearing in a compact, ready-to-install housing, optimized for weight and performance. Cone Drive’s slewing bearings can handle the axial, radial, and tilting moments for the most challenging applications – select sizes and styles available from stock.
Double Enveloping Worm Gearing
Precision-engineered and made in the USA, Cone Drive’s double enveloping worm gears deliver smooth, high-torque transmission with low or zero backlash, customizable for NEMA and servo applications—including IP69K-rated options.
A Global System of Support
United States
Canada
Desmond O'Keefe
dokeefe@conedrive.com
+1.437.328.2063
Mexico and Central America
Jamie Prewitt
jprewitt@conedrive.com
+1.214.883.4457
South America
Jamie Prewitt
jprewitt@conedrive.com
+1.214.883.4457
Europe
Spinea
info@spinea.com
+421.51.77.00.156
Africa
Mark Walker
mwalker@conedrive.com
+1.330.604.0363
Asia
sales@conedrive.com.cn
+86.510.86366206
Australia
Mark Walker
mwalker@conedrive.com
+1.330.604.0363
PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
The Cone Drive Product Development Laboratory is a state-of-the-art facility directly adjacent to our Traverse City, Michigan manufacturing location. The lab has the capacity to test a wide range of gear reducer products, for both Cone Drive products as well as those manufactured by other companies. The lab includes capability to run a wide variety of tests including load testing for evaluating reducer performance and operating efficiency.
TEST + CONTROL
PRODUCT MEASUREMENT
- Six product testing stands
- Servo cyclic control
- Simulated inertial loading
- Constant torque/load
- Durability/validation
- Accelerated life test
- Lubricant evaluation
- Static loading & stiffness
- Displacement & motion
- Torque
- Thermal
- Efficiency
- Vibration
- Basic noise
- Transmission accuracy
