How Cast Coil and the Linz Center of Mechatronics will revolutionize the future development of electric drives
The future of electromobility and industrial drive systems depends largely on two factors: innovative manufacturing technologies and intelligent simulation. At Cast Coil, we have already made an important contribution to increasing the efficiency of electric machines with our process for manufacturing cast coils from aluminum or copper. But how can this technology be integrated into new motor concepts even faster and more precisely? The answer lies in our collaboration with the Linz Center of Mechatronics (LCM) and the integration of our coils into the SyMSpace workflow—a model-based simulation platform that accelerates development processes and minimizes risks.
Why Cast Coils?
Traditional winding methods are increasingly reaching their limits in the manufacture of high-performance electric motors. Our casting process enables:
- Higher packing densities thanks to precisely formed coils – more power in less space.
- Better heat dissipation thanks to optimized material distribution (aluminum/copper).
- Cost efficiency through scalable manufacturing.
But how can the potential of this technology be fully exploited as early as the design phase? This is where simulation comes into play.
Simulation as a game changer: The role of SyMSpace
The LCM’s SyMSpace workflow allows new motor concepts to be tested and optimized virtually before a physical prototype is created. For Cast Coil, this means:
- Early validation: Our cast coils can be integrated directly into digital motor models and compared with conventional solutions.
- Risk minimization: Potential weak points—such as thermal loads or electromagnetic interactions—are already identified in the simulation model.
- Accelerated innovation: The combination of manufacturing expertise (Cast Coil) and simulation know-how (LCM) significantly shortens development cycles.
The partnership with LCM demonstrates how manufacturing technology and digital tools can work hand in hand to realize the next generation of electric drives. At Cast Coil, we are convinced that the combination of precision casting technology and intelligent simulation will bring about lasting change in the industry—and we are proud to be actively involved in shaping this process.
