Electric vehicles are evolving rapidly and magnet-free motor technologies are emerging as a promising alternative to conventional permanent magnet motors. This webinar explores the next generation of EV motor technologies, focusing on how motors without rare-earth magnets can deliver high performance while addressing cost, sustainability and supply chain challenges.
In this expert-led discussion, leading researchers and industry specialists share insights on the design, performance and real-world potential of magnet-free EV motors, including technologies such as synchronous reluctance and switched reluctance motors.
What this webinar covers:
- Fundamentals: Understanding different types of magnet-free motors, their construction and how they differ from traditional permanent magnet motors.
- Technical insights: Performance characteristics, efficiency and control strategies for next-generation EV motors.
- Industry adoption: Practical considerations for manufacturing, scalability and deployment in electric vehicles.
- Sustainability & supply chain: Reducing dependence on rare-earth materials and improving supply chain resilience.
- Future innovations: Emerging research directions, control strategies and technology developments shaping the future of EV propulsion.
Key Takeaways from the Webinar
- Supply chain independence: Discussions covered India’s efforts to reduce dependence on imported permanent magnets by building domestic manufacturing capacity and strengthening the EV supply chain.
- Material sourcing strategy: The need for developing domestic rare-earth processing and supply chains was highlighted to reduce reliance on limited global suppliers.
- Motor cost structure: Panelists discussed key cost drivers in EV motors, noting that copper and steel contribute significantly, while magnets form a smaller share of total motor cost.
- Motor efficiency and technology: Different motor technologies were compared in terms of efficiency, performance, and operational characteristics across EV applications.
- Application suitability: The discussion highlighted how different motor types are suited to different vehicle segments depending on power requirements and performance needs.
- Regenerative braking considerations: The session also touched on how motor design influences regenerative braking capability and overall system complexity.