Mahle developing magnet-free electric motor

[leeo45]

This seems like interesting and potentially breakthrough technology, especially since China is currently the only large-scale source for rare earth metals. They claim the design can be easily scaled from subcompact to commercial vehicles. No mention of two wheeled vehicles.

MAHLE Press Release

Video explaining the design (3 mins)

The new traction motor from MAHLE is wear-free, compact, and not dependent on rare earth elements. Credit: MAHLE

 

[Judaslefourbe]

From my experience working with Mahle, this will be a reality once the whole market has had a 10 years head start on them...