Turntide Technologies has announced the AF430S, a new axial flux motor designed to support the electrification of industrial equipment and electric vehicles, including off-highway, marine, and premium automotive platforms. The motor is engineered to … [Read more...]
New e-motor system achieves threefold current capacity with compact design
Hyperdrives, a company dedicated to advancing electric motor technology, has chosen CISSOID's Silicon Carbide (SiC) Inverter Control Modules (ICMs) to power its revolutionary hollow conductor cooled electric motors. This collaboration aims to set new … [Read more...]
New rare earth-free motor prototype targets sustainable e-mobility
Ricardo, a global environmental and engineering consulting firm, has designed, developed, and tested a prototype electric propulsion module called Alumotor, an innovative rare earth metal-free synchronous reluctance motor to support sustainable … [Read more...]
What are the advantages of EV hairpin motors?
Hairpin motors optimize electric vehicle (EV) performance and range with flat, rectangular copper windings. Many high-performance EVs use permanent magnet synchronous motors (PMSMs) with hairpin windings to minimize energy losses and maximize power … [Read more...]
Researchers identify magnetic properties critical to advancing e-motors
Scientists have discovered the mechanisms behind the enhanced magnetic properties of a new machine-learning-identified iridium-doped iron-cobalt alloy. Why is this significant? Magnetic materials are essential to modern technology, playing a … [Read more...]
New heat-resistant adhesive for e-motor applications
Panacol-Elosol, a globally active adhesive provider, has developed Structalit 5859, a high-performance adhesive system designed for magnet bonding in electric motors. This adhesive is ideal for magnet/rotor bonding and securing magnets within pole … [Read more...]
How multiphysics simulation is advancing electric motor design
Electric motors play a vital role in the electrification of transportation systems. Along with enabling the operation of vehicles, these motors work as generators during regenerative braking. Electric motors with high power density and efficiency … [Read more...]
Scalable rotor assembly solutions for electric motors
Comau, a global provider of industrial automation, is addressing the evolving needs of the electric vehicle (EV) market with its advanced rotor manufacturing solutions. As EV technology drives motor assemblies toward greater integration, higher … [Read more...]
AI-driven design cuts electric drive development time by 80%
hofer powertrain, a global engineering and technology partner for efficient drivetrain solutions, has launched a new initiative to reduce electric drive design time by up to 80% through the use of advanced AI and Deeptech methodologies. With more … [Read more...]
Silicon carbide supply to advance EV powertrain system
Ampere has announced a collaboration with STMicroelectronics to develop its PowerBox platform, an advanced solution that incorporates silicon carbide (SiC) technology. This collaboration addresses the growing need for efficient power conversion … [Read more...]
GaN inverter demo achieves high-power density of 30 kW/L for e-motors
Cambridge GaN Devices (CGD), a fabless, clean-tech semiconductor company, and IFP Energies nouvelles (IFPEN), a French public research and training organization, have developed a demo that confirms the suitability of CGD’s ICeGaN 650 V GaN ICs in a … [Read more...]
Helium-based leak testing solutions for EV battery cells and components
Leak testing is crucial in producing next-generation lithium-ion batteries, particularly for electric vehicle (EV) applications. Ensuring secure sealing of the cell housing is essential to prevent electrolyte leakage, as even small amounts can react … [Read more...]
Do electric vehicles have transmissions?
Electric vehicles (EVs) have revolutionized the automotive industry, offering a clean, quiet, and energy-efficient alternative to traditional gasoline-powered cars. One of the most frequently asked questions is: Do EVs have transmissions? The answer … [Read more...]
What are the key components and considerations involved in power management for EVs?
Electric vehicles (EVs) have several components that deal exclusively with power management. The components include: A battery pack A battery management system (BMS) Power electronics Electric motors A regenerative braking system … [Read more...]
What are the latest cooling technologies for EV traction motors?
Electric vehicle (EV) traction motors must withstand sustained high power and high-speed operation. Keeping them properly cooled is essential to EV powertrain design and implementation. Several options exist for cooling EV traction motors depending … [Read more...]
What are the design challenges for EV traction motors?
Electric vehicle (EV) traction motors are highly efficient, making designing more efficient ones a daunting challenge. Adding to the challenges, EV traction motors have different performance criteria compared to industrial motors. This article … [Read more...]