MAXIMA Project Develops Eco-Friendly Electric Motors with Circular Design Principles
The MAXIMA project, initiated in 2023, aims to enhance the environmental sustainability of electric motors by focusing on circularity in design and resource recovery. This initiative is essential as the electrification of transport in Europe increases demand for efficient, low-impact electric machines, addressing both resource depletion and environmental concerns.
The MAXIMA project, launched in 2023, is developing modular axial flux motors that prioritize lower environmental impact and reduced reliance on rare earth elements. The Life Cycle Management Work Package (WP6) quantifies environmental impacts throughout the motor's lifecycle, from material extraction to end-of-life recovery, utilizing life cycle assessments (LCA) to inform design choices.
AI-curated by TheiaThe project examines various electric machine designs, manufacturing processes, and the influence of electricity mixes on emissions, highlighting the importance of considering material recovery in design. By the project's conclusion, MAXIMA aims to produce motor prototypes and a comprehensive eco-design methodology that supports the automotive industry's transition towards sustainability. The findings could enhance Europe's strategic autonomy over critical materials and inform circular economy practices across various sectors.
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