Electromagnetics

Researchers at Aichi Steel & Tohoku University Design Lighter, Smaller e-Axle 

Using its molded MagFine alloy, Aichi Steel reports that it has developed in collaboration with Tohoku University an experimental e-axle that is 40% lighter and smaller than conventional designs. It combines a newly developed compact high-speed reducer with a compact and lightweight 34,000 rpm motor. For the first time, says the company, it has succeeded in proofing the technology of a high-speed, high-reduction next-generation electric axle with high-speed rotation and high deceleration that contributes to weight reduction.  […]

Electromagnetics

Airex and FPH Group Latest Acquisitions by Allied Motion 

Airex LLC, a specialist in precision winding technology, and FPH Group, a manufacturer of electrical drive systems and light weighting technologies for ground-based vehicles in the defense industry, are the latest two acquisitions by Allied Motion Technologies, coming only a few months after its merger with ThinGap. Allied Motion announced the Airex deal in late June and the FPH deal in late May, the same month it announced its merger with ThinGap, a manufacturer of zero-clogging slotless motors. […]

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Sensata Furthers Electrification Strategy with $580M Acquisition of Dynapower 

Sensata Technologies, a manufacturer of sensor and motor products many with magnetic-rich designs, has acquired fast-growing Dynapower Company for $580 million in cash in a move that Sensata emphasizes will advance its efforts to serve expanding electrification markets. No stranger to magnetic technologies itself, Dynapower develops energy storage and conversion products including several types of power transformers.  […]