e-Power Technology

YASA and Lamborghini Unveil High-Performance E-Propulsion Technology 

Automobili Lamborghini has unveiled the Temerario, the legendary Italian marque’s new twin-turbo V8 hybrid super sports car. Core to the performance are permanent-magnet axial flux motors built with short copper windings optimized to deliver high torque that is as much four times that of other EV motors. […]

Electromagnetics

EV Power & Propulsion Systems Deliver Maximum Electrification Properties With Components Containing Magnetic Metals’ Tape Wound Toroidal & Cut Cores 

Visit us at APEC, Booth 451, March 16-20, Atlanta  Magnetic Metals’ tape wound toroidal & cut cores deliver the essential magnetic properties and efficiencies required for:  Transformers that power EV Charging Stations,  Transformers that control […]

Electromagnetics

New Power Inductors from Sumida

Sumida, a prolific developer of power inductors, has recently introduced several new models for design engineers in electronics and automotive applications. High electric performance and high magnetic shielding are hallmarks of the new products, tailored […]

Magnetics/Assemblies

Powerful Magnetic Couplings by FSubsea in Norway Enable Desalination & Underwater Pumping 

Leveraging its development of a powerful magnetic coupling system that can withstand harsh, underwater conditions, Norwegian company FSubsea is bringing new capabilities in subsea pumping from ocean floors and rugged industrial applications. Coastal desalination plants, underwater dredging and offshore oilfield operations are among the diverse uses in ocean waters. […]

Materials/Manufacturing

MP Materials Restores U.S. Rare Earth Magnet Production

MP Materials has reached a pivotal milestone in restoring the U.S. rare earth magnet supply chain. The company’s flagship Independence facility in Fort Worth, Texas, has commenced commercial production of neodymium-praseodymium (NdPr) metal and trial production of automotive-grade, sintered neodymium-iron-boron (NdFeB) magnets. These achievements bring the U.S. closer to reestablishing a fully integrated, domestic supply chain for these critical components for the first time in decades. […]

e-Power Technology

Revolutionizing High-Speed Motors with Active Magnetic Bearing Technology by SpinDrive  

A pivotal moment for active magnetic bearing technology took place at SPS 2024 (Smart Production Solutions) held in November in Nuremberg, with an exhibit of new advancement from the Finnish collaboration of venerable motor and drive manufacturer VEM Group and startup SpinDrive. Together, they unveiled VEM’s groundbreaking 880 kW, 12,000 rpm to 20.000 rpm high-speed motor, equipped with active magnetic bearing. At the core of this innovation is SpinDrive’s advanced Magma X800 magnetic bearing controller, setting new standards for high-performance active magnetic bearing systems. More is likely to come from the partners and from SpinDrive’s further integrations with OEMs in various markets. […]