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    Finally a video showing that axial flux motors serpentine the magnetic field between the external magnetic rotors … offset between the magnetic field conductive material pads that are not permanent magnets. Truly brilliant design.

    Bob Wilson
     
    #1 bwilson4web, May 20, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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    What is cost and efficiency versus say the switched reluctance motors?
     
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    does it cut down on rare earth's?
     
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    Back if envelope, 1/3d material and closer to 99%.

    Although the magnetic conductivity material was not described, I suspect little to no expensive rare earths.

    This is the best motor architecture since induction motors. Perfect for aviation.

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