Panel Discussion| Induction Motors Matching Permanent Magnet Performances at Lower Cost

Due to a continued concern on the external dependence of permanent magnets in Europe, induction technology is being pushed beyond its limits to maximise performance.

• With novel materials, material characterisation and multi-domain design, power-speed capability of laminated rotor induction motors can match that typically associated with surface permanent magnet machines, at a fraction of the cost.
• This session will review the findings relating to lower cost induction motors, highlighting how they can successfully be used as an alternative to permanent magnets.