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Wheel Hub Motors
Electric Cars are for Girls
APRIL 9, 2019
Do you think wheel hub motors will be available for the DIY market and if so, how soon? Hi, Scott - It looks like in-wheel motors might be coming
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5 phase SRM motors
DIY Electric Car
JANUARY 31, 2019
I don't think the ambient temperature matters much, because all modern EV motors run high enough power density that they need active (normally liquid, often oil) cooling; their internal operating temperature can get pretty high, even in a temperate climate. When the internal temperature of the motor is more than hot enough to boil water, it doesn't matter much if the ambient temperature is typical of Alaska or Arizona. Quote: Originally Posted by brian_.
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Wright Electric begins motor development program for 186-seat electric aircraft; 1.5MW motor, 3 kV inverter
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Electric Greyhound Conversion Motor
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DECEMBER 20, 2018
I have an opportunity to buy a used electric motor from a mining operation. it is a 300-hp 460-V RMP-1800 phase 3. From this info, can I use this on
Fraunhofer researchers develop technique to produce aluminum windings for motors
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Electric Motor Torque and Gear Ratio
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I am wondering what the torque I can expect out of a generic forklift motor would be. I just acquired a Ford Ranger that I'm going to convert. I was
New electric motor could eliminate transmissions
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Aptera partners with Elaphe for in-wheel-motor technology
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BMW i Ventures invests in Software Motor Company; high rotor pole switched reluctance motor system
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In-wheel motors have been the future for electric cars—including fuel-cell cars and series hybrids—for decades. MotorTheir benefits include simpler packaging and more interior or cargo space for the vehicle. They could help make vehicles lighter, and lower the center of mass. There are also potential efficiency gains, too, and traction and.
Hyundai Motor introduces electric double-decker bus
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Which Motor Needed for this Chevy Suburban EV Conversion?
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What type of electric motor or motors or in wheel motors would I want to use I am interested in converting a 1990 Chevy Scottsdale Suburban to electric.
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OCTOBER 21, 2012
8 Oct 2012: AC55 motor is in. Its resting on a chassis crosspiece, still needs to get welded to the motor mounts. Also don't want to lose any strength on the clutch since the new motor has more torque. Bought most of the bits for the conversion in December 2010.
Directly-cooled lighter-weight EV motor made with polymer housing
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FEBRUARY 2, 2019
The new cooling concept also significantly increases the power density and efficiency of the motor compared to the state-of-the-art. Sectional view of the electric motor. The core of the motor is a stator consisting of twelve individual teeth, which are wound upright using a flat wire.
Mission Motors for Electric Car Motors
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Hyundai Motor Group opens Hyundai Hydrogen World in Shanghai
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Hyundai Motor Group opened Hyundai Hydrogen World—an exhibition hall dedicated to the fuel-cell electric vehicle, related technologies and energy—at the center of the Century Square in Shanghai. —Byungho Lee, the President of Hyundai Motor Group (China) Ltd.
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has successfully demonstrated the first transmission-equipped wheel hub motor, designed to improve the environmental performance, safety, and comfort of automobiles. Electric (Battery) Motors Transmissions Vehicle SystemsNSK Ltd.
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AUGUST 17, 2011
There are a lot of electric motors out there, but just a few make up the majority of electric car motors being used today
ORNL researchers reuse hard disk drive magnets in electric motor
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Electric motor company YASA enters innovation agreement with global automotive manufacturer for hybrids and EVs
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Using the Lynch Motor for Electric Cars
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The Lynch motor has a reputation for having an outstanding power-to-weight ratio - but they're small. For his electric car, Dr. Paul Pancella twinned two Lynch motors together for full-size performance from a half-size motor
Bollinger Motors previews B2 electric pickup
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Bollinger Motors previewed the all-electric, all-wheel-drive B2 pickup truck. As Bollinger Motors moves through the final stages of the B1, the B2 Pickup became a natural addition to their upcoming vehicle suite of distinctively-designed EV trucks.
Chinese NEVS buys leading in-wheel electric motor manufacturer
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Lucid Motors gets real as Saudi funding comes through
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DOE awards Magna a grant to develop and ‘auto qualify’ advanced motor; 1/2 the cost, 8x power density
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Reliance 3-phase AC Motor
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Any thoughts on the Reliance Electric Duty Master AC Motor? I seem to be able to find a few of these with 50hp for decent prices. Say $500 or less
Lucid Motors hires away Tesla manufacturing chief
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Argonne develops lighter, cheaper, more efficient motor for EVs, charging
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Best Electric Vehicle Motor Yet
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This AC electric vehicle motor really IS as good as you've heard, and it's changing the electric car conversion game
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