ElectricMotor Engineering
ElectricMotor Engineering
The global electric motor market remains strong, with significant demand in the automotive sector. European projects are at the forefront of developing next-generation electric drivetrains.
Advancements in electric motor drives for helicopters focus on reliability. European Horizon 2020 projects highlight innovations in electric drivetrains, showcasing European technological pride.
Digital twins are crucial in electric motor development, enhancing design and testing. Potting technology with innovative resin systems is explored for improved thermal management.
Germany advances in battery technology, while France accelerates electric vehicle strategies. Renault aims for a fully electric lineup by 2030, focusing on efficiency and cost reduction.
Turin emerges as a center for e-mobility, focusing on mass production of electric machines and winding solutions for coils and motors.
Turin start-up Tau raises funds for innovative wire coatings. Renault advances its electric vehicle strategy. MagniX introduces electric motors for aircraft, and SKF develops efficient fin stabilizers for yachts.
Collaborations between companies like Zeiss and Volkswagen drive innovations in electric motor design and production, focusing on quality assurance.
BMW patents a compact electric bike motor design with a parallel shaft, enhancing flexibility and efficiency.
Rimac Automobili acquires Bugatti, forming Bugatti Rimac under Rimac Group, focusing on battery systems and components.
Harbour Air plans to convert its fleet to electric, using magniX's motors for economic and environmental benefits.
IMA acquires 80% of FASP, enhancing its electric motor manufacturing portfolio.
Energica and Mavel develop the EMCE motor with innovative designs for improved performance and efficiency.
The UIM E1 World Electric Powerboat Series introduces the RaceBird design, highlighting the shift to electric propulsion in boating.
The US faces challenges with raw material availability for zero-emission mobility, with rising demand for minerals like lithium and cobalt.
Efforts to diversify sources and reduce reliance on China's rare earth refining are underway, with investments in Africa and the Arctic.
The document discusses the demand for raw materials in Europe, focusing on the automotive and electric motor industries and the strategic importance of rare earths.
The EU's demand for lithium and cobalt is projected to rise significantly by 2050, driven by electric vehicles and energy storage systems.
The EU's protection measures on steel imports impact the automotive industry, raising concerns about competitiveness and employment.
Steel import restrictions could harm automotive suppliers' competitiveness and threaten jobs, amid high steel prices and limited availability.
The global electric motor market is projected to grow at 7% annually until 2028, driven by urbanization and technological advancements.
The transition to electric motors is crucial for reducing emissions, with the Asia-Pacific region playing a significant role.
The document emphasizes the role of raw materials and strategic policies in shaping the future of the automotive and electric motor industries.
The document highlights the increasing demand for electric motors, with AC motors leading the market. The Asian Pacific market is expected to grow significantly.
Focus on energy saving and CO2 reduction in vehicles, with emphasis on mechanical seals for electric water pumps and cooling circuits.
Germany leads in the European electric vehicle market, with significant growth in BEV and PHEV sales, supported by government incentives.
The French market shows recovery, with growth in hybrid and electric vehicle sales, led by Renault Zoe.
The potential for electric propulsion in boating is explored, driven by technological improvements and environmental concerns.
Wider pioneers serial hybrid systems for superyachts, focusing on zero emissions and efficiency.
Thermionic technology converts heat into electrical energy, with potential applications in marine environments.
The electric boating sector is evolving, with legislation playing a crucial role. Companies like Torqeedo and Yamaha lead the shift to electric motors.
Hybrid systems combine diesel and electric power for superyachts, optimizing energy use and potentially turning yachts into energy producers.
Companies like Silent Yachts are launching electric and solar-powered catamarans, highlighting innovations in electric boating.
The Vanadis yacht features Siemens' hybrid propulsion system, enhancing comfort and efficiency.
Start-ups like TEMO and Navier develop innovative electric propulsion systems, including versatile outboards and high-performance crafts.
The Electric Drivetrain Innovation Cluster focuses on efficient, cost-effective electric drivetrains, with projects like Drivemode and ModulED.
Develops efficient drivetrain modules for distributed drive concepts, aiming for simplified installation and reduced material usage.
Aims to develop modular electric motors with reduced rare earth usage, focusing on efficiency and cost reduction.
Seeks to eliminate rare earth magnets in electric motors, focusing on low-cost production technologies.
The document discusses advancements in electric motor technology, focusing on sustainable alternatives to rare earth magnets.
The RefreeDrive project develops rare earth-free motors for electric vehicles, focusing on cost reduction and high efficiency.
The aerospace industry transitions towards More Electric Aircraft, with benefits like increased safety and reduced noise.
High-performance, fault-tolerant motors for helicopter tail rotors are designed for efficiency and weight reduction.
Advancements in electric motor technology demonstrate progress towards sustainable solutions for vehicles and aircraft.
The document discusses a high-torque density permanent magnet motor for helicopter tail rotors, with specific design and performance metrics.
The motor achieves high efficiency in healthy mode, with detailed metrics for faulty mode operations.
The motor employs a multi-phase fault-tolerant drive system, enhancing fault management and isolation.
An automated twisting process improves welding conditions and insulation efficiency in stators.
The motor design is part of an EU-funded project focusing on innovative helicopter tail rotor solutions.
The document highlights benefits and challenges of a new twisting process for electric machine components.
Explores potential modifications to the twisting process for improved efficiency.
Demak Group's epoxy resin systems enhance motor performance, emphasizing sustainability.
Digital twins optimize motor design, with Siemens' platform enhancing simulation and testing.
The document outlines a comprehensive digital development process, from design to integration.
Advanced simulations refine motor design, leading to final testing and validation.
Quality control is emphasized throughout production, with Siemens' system integrating into test benches.
A case study demonstrates the effectiveness of simulations in achieving quality targets.
Grob Italy advances in e-mobility, focusing on mass production and customized solutions.
Grob Italy collaborates with educational institutions for specialized training in electric mobility.
The document emphasizes digitalization and simulation's strategic importance in enhancing motor efficiency.
GROB Italy invests in e-mobility, planning workforce expansion to meet future demands.
GROB provides high-quality, turnkey solutions for electric machines and motors.
ILMEC Srl specializes in small parts and motor shafts, contributing to the industry.
Sipro designs winding machines for coils and motors, focusing on innovation and competitiveness.
Sipro's integration enhances market presence, with global operations and expected growth.
Sipro's production line includes robotic processes and efficient wire positioning for high productivity.
ATAM offers thermal management solutions, NSK introduces fast ball bearings, and Bosch supplies electric compressors for sustainable transport.
Phoenix Contact introduces a device simplifying motor operation, bridging motor starters and frequency converters.
A compact solution offers functions for various speeds, enhancing energy efficiency and safety.
Alper manufactures ultra-flat heating elements for battery packs, ensuring optimal temperature conditions.
Elvem supplies a wide range of electric motors, offering customization and investing in technology to enhance offerings.
Catalog excerpts
TECHNICALLY SPEAKING FOCUS AUTOMOTIVE Global scenario: electric motors are stronger than the virus A high reliability electric motor drive for helicopters’ tail rotor Digital twins for the development of electric motors European projects display next generation of electric drivetrains
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Contents Issue 3 - September 2021 NEWS IN BRIEF F. Zuppi MARKET AND TRENDS Raw materials | 1 Under strain R. Carminati 20 Restrictions of steel imports in EU. What consequences for automotive? Raw materials | 2 24 Electric motors. Stronger than the virus Global scenario G. S. Buono 28 Germany: the battery keeps pace Automotive | 1 G. Fazio 30 Allons enfants des électriques! Automotive | 2 R. Carminati Naval electric propulsion P. Bertelli RESEARCH&DEVELOPMENT European projects | Horizon 2020 European pride: here is next generation of electric drivetrains L. Morandotti 42 A high reliability electric...
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Start-Up | Wires for electric motors: a new standard for the coating It is called Tau, it is a Turin start-up in electric mobility and advanced materials and it collected 6.75 million Euros of funding for its innovative wire for electric motors, with the target of developing and implementing state-of-the-art technologies starting from 2022, able to accelerate the transition to the Factory of the Future for e-mobility chain manufacturers. The round involved a variety of international investors, including a consortium of two Middle-Eastern sovereign wealth funds, the Russian Direct Investment Fund...
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Aerospace | Ready kits for electric aircrafts The American MagniX, specialized in zero-emission solutions, has implemented two products for aviation, two readyto-use electric motors for propellers. The first is the electric propulsion unit Magni350-EPU, with 350 kW of maximum power, torque that ranges from 1,410 to 1,610 Nm and 500 power supply. The rotation speed varies from 1,200 to 2,300 RPM for an operational altitude of 35,000 feet. The second more powerful motor is Magni650-EPU, with pre- cisely 650 kW of maximum power, same rotation speed, but torque from 2,820 to 3,020 Nm and unchanged...
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IMA AUTOMATION ATOP IMA AUTOMATION ATOP, has been manufacturing cutting-edge equipment to produce electric motors since 1993, always following the path of sustainability. Now part of IMA AUTOMATION Hub, highly specialized in assembly solutions for different application fields, can furnish complete lines for the e-mobility market becoming a unique supplier which provides innovative production technologies in the field of hairpin & wound motors for traction applications.
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NEWS IN BRIEF Design | Chinese e-bus wins 2021 Red Dot Award The Yutong Xiaoyu 2.0 has been awarded the design prize 2021 Red Dot Award. Developed by the Chinese group, the 5.5-meter shuttle bus stands out for being the world’s first autonomous bus recognized by world-class industrial design award, as well as the only bus brand in China winning Red Dot Award. Xiaoyu 2.0 is an autonomous public transport solution that inspires trust in passengers. In 2020, Yutong sales volume of large and medium-sized buses reached 41,756 units, among them 16,461 units are new energy buses. The bus producer reached...
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NEWS IN BRIEF Takeovers | The great advance of Rimac manufacturer The Croatian manufacturer of electric supercars and hi-tech solutions for ecars, Rimac Automobili, has taken over Bugatti, the iconic French brand that since 1998 had been part of Volkswagen Group and that since the current year had been managed by Porsche. It is an unbelievable piece of news indeed, if you think that in just 10 years, Rimac Automobili has risen from the setup of a single-man workshop to takeovers of such level. Today, Bugatti Rimac merges into Rimac Group, which will be the primary shareholder with 55% share,...
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Thanks to DDLockTM you’ll grab the chance to boost the performance of your stator cores and prevent any drawback along the production process! Dema S.r.l. ‐ Via E.Vecchia 100 17019 Varazze (SV), Italy ‐ Tel: +39 0199354711 Mail: [email protected] www.demasa
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NEWS IN BRIEF Rotor cooling | The new motor by Energica Acronym of Energica Mavel co-engineering, the new EMCE motor will be exclusively used on the whole Energica range. The two protagonist companies are Energica Motor Company and Mavel, a research, development and production company specialized in the powertrain ambit that is headquartered at Pointsaint-martin, in Valle D’Aosta (Italy). The company collaborates with primary OEM on a world scale in the automotive industry, but with Energica it makes its début in the two-wheel sector, therefore it has helped Emilia player in improving the motor...
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Financial Strenght Consistent supply SPECIALIZED IN ELECTRICAL STEEL PROCESSING Vision Financial Strenght Technical Support Research & Development High quality of steel ARDEMAGNI High quality of steel Research & Development High quality of steel Exclusivity Technical Support Consistent supply Research & Development Ardemagni S.p.A. viale Emilia 32 20092 Cinisello Balsamo Milano, Italy phone +39 02 618 1227 fax +39 02 618 1220 [email protected] www.ardemagnispa.com Technical Support STEEL SERVICE CENTER LOCATED IN THE MIDDLE OF EUROPE Consistent supply Financial Strenght
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Under strain by Roberto Carminati nder the Presidency of Joe Biden, it seems the United States Administration is going to further boost the race to zero emission mobility, with the goal of assuring electric cars represent the vast majority of the local production by the end of the current decade. Besides, in the ten following years internal combustion engines should be completely ousted from circulation. To hit the ambitious target, the hindrance to be overcome – that, as we will see, does not affect only North America – is represented by prices and the availability of raw materials. Last June...
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