Siemens brings the power of multi-discipline simulation to axial flux motor development for next-generation EVs

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New Simcenter E-Machine Design software combines electromagnetic and thermal simulation into a single solution, helps to reduce reliance on physical prototyping and overcome the unique challenges of designing next-generation, compact motors for the electric vehicle industry

sw.siemens.com/, Feb. 06, 2024 – 

Siemens Digital Industries Software announced today its Simcenter™ E-Machine Design software to help electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers and their associated supply chain to accurately predict the performance of e-machines, including axial flux electric drive units. The new solution from the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio of industry software brings together electromagnetic and thermal simulation, helping reduce reliance on physical prototyping and enable the EV industry to accelerate innovation.

"The electric vehicle industry is facing challenges from many directions – supply chain issues, the ability to scale and the pursuit of innovation driven by increasingly demanding customers," said Jean-Claude Ercolanelli, Senior Vice President, Simulation and Test Solutions, Siemens Digital Industries Software. "By adopting cutting-edge simulation capabilities to develop new products and technologies in shorter timescales than ever achieved, the EV industry can focus on delivering the innovation required to stay relevant in a rapidly changing market."

Axial flux motors can positively impact the EV range due to their increased power density. Still, engineers adopting them face more challenging heat dissipation requirements (due to their compact size and complexity) and difficulties in accommodating the required air gap. The complex nature of these motors is challenging engineering departments and many are turning to advanced simulation to help reduce development costs and time.

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