Electric motor specialist Yasa has hit a significant milestone by manufacturing its 50,000th axial-flux motor at the company’s state-of-the-art facility in Yarnton near Oxford. The British firm, acquired by Mercedes-Benz in 2021, has seen substantial growth over the past decade.
Key Takeaways
- Yasa produced its 50,000th axial-flux motor at its Yarnton facility.
- The company opened a fully modernised production plant in May this year with an annual capacity of over 25,000 units.
- In October, the firm achieved a new power density record for electric motors.
Yasa’s latest milestone follows the opening of its newly renovated manufacturing facility earlier this year. The plant has been equipped to produce more than 25,000 units annually and supports Yasa’s rapid growth trajectory since it was founded in 2010.
The company recently set a new power density record for electric motors with a motor weighing just 12.7 kilogrammes that delivered peak output of 750 kW on a test bench. This achievement underscores the technological advancements and engineering precision at Yasa, which has been supplying motors to high-performance vehicles like Ferrari SF90 Stradale and Lamborghini hybrids.
Yasa’s Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Tim Woolmer highlighted that from producing just 20 motors in its first year of operation in 2010, the company managed to manufacture 20,000 units this year alone. This represents a compounded annual growth rate of around 60% over the past fifteen years.
The axial-flux motor design used by Yasa differs from conventional radial-flux motors as it aligns the magnetic field along the axis rather than the radius, increasing power density and allowing for smaller overall size. Mercedes-Benz AG acquired the company in 2021 and has since integrated its technology into several high-performance models.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an axial-flux motor?
An axial-flux motor is a type of electric motor where the magnetic field lines are parallel to the axis of rotation, rather than radial as in conventional motors. This design allows for higher power density and more compact size.
How many units does Yasa produce annually?
Yasa’s modernised facility can produce over 25,000 axial-flux motor units per year, significantly contributing to the company’s rapid growth since its inception in 2010.
With continued advancements and integration into high-performance vehicles, Yasa is poised to maintain its position as a leader in electric motor technology for years to come.
