The Automotive IQ team has compiled some of our most popular e-motor content for you to enjoy. Featuring:

• Integrating the Power Electronics, E-Motor and Gearbox to Simplify the System | Interview with Dr. Vineetha Ravindran at Scania Group
• Practical Strategies to Reduce Dependency on Rare Earth Materials | Interview with Dr. João Bonifácio at ZF Group
• Taking a System-Level Approach to E-Motor Efficiency Optimisation | Interview with Dr. Fabio Dohr at ZF Group
• Alternative Materials and Magnets to Replace Rare Earth Materials in E-Motor Design | Interview with Krishna MPK Namburi at Nexteer Automotive

This content bundle has been produced ahead of the Advanced E-Motor Technologies 2025 conference (25th - 28th February - Munich, Germany.) If you’d like to find out more about attending the conference, please get in touch with us here.

This report highlights the motives behind reducing dependency and the key considerations for alternatives materials and magnets to Rare Earth Materials. Gain an understanding of what the leading OEM's and Tier 1's are doing and learn exclusive insights from Krishna MPK Namburi, System Controls Engineering Manager at Nexteer Automotive, Dr. João Bonifácio, Head of System Design, Systems Engineering Electronics and Software - Electrified Powertrain Technology and Dominic Bezikofer, Head of E-Motors & Components NA, Author & Initiatorat at ZF Group.

Interview with Dr. João Bonifácio, Head of System Development Advanced Engineering - Electrified Powertrain Technology at ZF Group

The conversation surrounding the use of rare earth materials and the environmental impact and cost of using them, has led to many in the industry actively working to move away from the use of rare earth metals like cobalt and neodymium. The key challenge for the industry is finding alternatives that produce the same or more levels of efficiency as the permanent magnet motor. Wanting to understand how or if this could be done, Automotive IQ spoke with Dr. João Bonifácio, Head of System Development Advanced Engineering - Electrified Powertrain Technology at ZF Group to learn insights on reducing rare earth materials, improving efficiency in doing so and what alternatives can be used.

• Learn how to reduce rare earth materials or completely remove them from motors while maintaining efficiency

• Learn how to incorporate rare earth free motors into different models

• Find solutions to challenges related to reducing the amount of rare earth materials in motors

• Discuss the technologies that can help eliminate the dependency on these materials

Presentation by Dr. Jill Miscandlon, Senior Manufacturing Engineer, National Manufacturing Institute Scotland, University of Strathclyde - Where recycling & second life is a priority, not an afterthought!

Jill shows an example of how they enhanced the circular economy through innovative redesign of Airbus components at the University of Strathclyde.

The University of Strathclyde collaborated with Airbus and the European Space Agency to alter the production of propellant tanks, aiming to address sustainability concerns and contribute positively to the circular economy. The project focused on redefining manufacturing processes, incorporating repair strategies, promoting reuse, emphasising remanufacture, and maximising recycling.

We're continuing the discussion of sustainability at the Advanced E-Motor Technologies Europe 2024 conference!