e-Power Technology

ArcelorMittal Makes Upgrades to Its Electrical Steel Line, Opening New Factory in France 

Getting ready to launch a new electrical steel manufacturing plant in France, ArcelorMittal has recently made upgrades to its electrical steel product line including higher polarization and coating features along with improved low-loss grades for e-traction. […]

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Rare Earth & Copper Free e-Propulsion Motor Developed by Ricardo Using Aluminum Hairpin Windings 

Engineering company Ricardo has developed a prototype electric propulsion module, called Alumotor, that is an innovative rare earth metal free synchronous reluctance motor. The motor was delivered within a consortium project it led that was […]

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Research on Transforming Production Technology Enters Second Phase  

Research project EA 2.0 in Germany aims to further develop the electric drive to create sustainable and high-performance solutions for industry and the environment through more efficient manufacturing, reduced material and energy consumption as well as increased power density. Innovation in magnets and manufacturing process play key roles. Applications in hydrogen production and compression could be a beneficiary. […]

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D-Pace Steps Out from Buckley Systems, Applies Its Technology to Fusion and Accelerator Markets 

Supporting breakthrough developments in fusion technology and nuclear particle acceleration, D-Pace is stepping out as an independent Canadian-owned firm at a new pace from its headquarters in the city of Nelson in southcentral British Columbia. Recent developments include: […]

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Seeking the Ultimate in Marine Stealth: DARPA Pursues Quest to Finally Make Magnetohydrodynamic Drive a Practical Reality 

Since the 1960s, academic, commercial and military researchers have attempted to realize a novel form of maritime propulsion involving no moving parts – no propeller, no drive shaft, no seals – just magnets and an electric current that silently propel a boat or submarine through water. It has been an elusive goal but tests are being conducted at Navy facilities this summer with an aim toward developing a practical, workable system.  […]

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magniX Develops “E-Engine” for Helicopters 

magniX, a company focused on powering the electric aviation revolution, has launched a new range of lightweight, high-speed “electric engines” for helicopters. The HeliStorm engines are basically permanent-magnet synchronous AC motors designed for rotorcraft from […]