At the colloquium of drive technology ATK the latest developments of research and technology in the fields of new development and innovation on system and component level with relevance to the drive technology is presented to an expert audience. In this context, measurement studies as well as calculations and simulations are presented. In its capacity as an interdisciplinary platform the ATK promotes the exchange of ideas and experiences between researchers, developers and users in the field of drive technology. In addition, it facilitates networking activities between industry and university. In the course of a round tour the visitors will have the opportunity to become acquainted with the current research and developments of the institute for machine elements and machine design (IME) from various application areas. The Antriebstechnisches Kolloquium in Aachen realized for the 18th time took place from Tue., 09.03.2021 to Thur., 11.03.2021.