Modular automation and unmanned systems for European defence technology — the ODIN platform family and containerized production.
European defence technology is undergoing the biggest transformation in decades. Autonomous systems, distributed production, short supply chains and the ability to scale quickly have become strategic requirements — no longer optional.
NEXOS.Defence brings two offerings together here: modular automation cells for the manufacture of defence-relevant components (containerized, relocatable, deployable in weeks instead of months), and the ODIN platform family — military unmanned ground systems in several size classes from ODIN.75 to ODIN.2400.
The advantage of the modular kit approach is decisive in this environment: repeatability under procurement rules, documentable configurations and the ability to build production capacity where it is needed.
A procurement process often takes 5-10 years. During this time technology becomes obsolete — documented but openly maintained baselines are the way out.
Every technical change must be documented, reviewed and approved. Standardized building blocks drastically reduce the number of changes per project.
Defence-capable production must not be concentrated at a single site. Containerized, relocatable manufacturing modules become strategically relevant.
Machine Tending
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Automated loading and unloading of machine tools (CNC, presses, test stations) with cobot cells — 24/7 operation, typical payback in 8-18 months.
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Robot Welding
AI-generated
MIG/MAG, TIG or laser welding as a cobot cell or industrial-robot production cell — the answer to the welder skills shortage.
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NEXOS.CubeAI-generatedModular robot cell built from standardized components — quickly deployable, repeatable, industrial-grade. Basis for machine tending, assembly, testing and bonding applications.
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NEXOS.NovaAI-generated6-axis industrial robot with torque-controlled SensoDrive drive technology — payloads 6 to 50 kg, integrated torque sensors, ROS 2-compatible. Made in Europe.
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NEXOS.MotionMulti-axis gantry and portal systems built from NEXOS.Protec frames and NEXOS.LinDrive axes — from 2-axis portals to fully integrated XYZ systems for palletizing, machine tending and pick&place.
DetailsModular cells and containerized systems can be set up at strategically favourable locations and made productive within weeks — instead of waiting years for a central mega-factory.
Standardized building blocks meet the high requirements for configuration control, traceability and repeatability. Change control becomes plannable instead of a procurement risk.
ODIN shares its chassis base and software ecosystem with the civilian PALLAS family. Faster iteration, shared spare parts pool, continuous technological development — with clean market separation.
Free initial discussion (30–60 min). We clarify the parts spectrum, cycle times, environmental conditions and integration into your existing IT/OT.
Component selection, layout, schedule, cost framework. On request with virtual commissioning in NEXOS.XR before manufacturing starts.
Fixed-price or milestone contract, with clearly documented scope of delivery, acceptance criteria and maintenance options.
Prefabrication in the workshop, on-site assembly, programming, acceptance per documented FAT/SAT. Optional: remote service via NEXOS.DSP.
These regulations are considered in our conception, implementation and documentation. Not every standard applies to every project — the specific selection is clarified in the project kick-off meeting.
Talk to us about your specific automation task in Defence.