Comparison between a surface permanent magnet synchronous motor and a segmented stator switched reluctance motor with aluminum windings for light electric traction

Renewable Energies Environment and Power Quality Journal 2026 Open access

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Authors: GAECEQS, DEE, EPSEVG. Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya UPC-BARCELONATECH, Vilanova i la Geltrú. Spain, Pere Andrada
DOI: 10.24084/reepqj24-157
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Abstract

Nowadays, light electric vehicles are usually powered by drives with motors that use rare-earth permanent magnets. Nevertheless, due to the problems these materials present, light electric vehicle manufacturers are open to considering other alternative drives free of permanent magnets. This paper raises a comprehensive comparison between a surface permanent magnet synchronous motor and a segmented stator switched reluctance motor with aluminum windings for light electric traction, specifically for a motorcycle similar to the Super Soco TCmax. Key words. Light electric vehicles, Power-train, Permanent magnet synchronous drives, Switched reluctance motor drives.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Electric Motor Design and Analysis Sensorless Control of Electric Motors Engineering and Technology Innovations

Publication details

Journal / source
Renewable Energies Environment and Power Quality Journal
Volume
24
Issue
3
Pages
339–343
Publication date
1 January 2026