type distributed winding) as the MG2.   The insulation at the winding welds uses resin molding rather than conventional powder coating, as seen in the bZ4X and other models, and the coil end size has been reduced by shortening the insulation overlap.   For the stator slot insulation paper, foamed adhesive insulating paper is used, reducing its thickness by half and improving the space utilization ratio by 3.2%.   The power module mounted in th...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/06/15

tion is scheduled to begin in 2027. On-board air heaters equipped with PTC technology offer multi-zone functionality, allowing for individual temperature control of up to four internal zones. The output range will be 3 to 8kW. Its unique self-regulating system reliably prevents overheating, and its adhesive-free construction minimizes the risk of unwanted emissions in the cabin. It will be available in Asia, Europe, and North America starting in ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/06/12

, and through integrated molding, the number of weld points has been reduced by 96% and the number of processes by 35%, thereby increasing production efficiency. The stator is based on an oil-cooled design and achieves a power density of 14kW/kg by utilizing 0.25 mm silicon steel sheets and in-mold adhesive iron core technology. The rotor employs an S-shaped four-circuit iron core direct cooling design, and the magnet temperature is reduced by th...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/06/09

surface material for vehicle interiors. Under the acronym LOVR – the letters stand for leather-free, oil-free, vegan and residue-based – the teams are developing a bio-based leather alternative that is made entirely from residues from the regional hemp industry. The hemp fibers and a bio-based adhesive are combined using a special technology and processed to become a high-quality, truly circular surface material. At the end of its service li...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/06/05

s that are easy to dismantle as a means of facilitating the recycling of other materials.  Circular Economy Initiatives Lignin Modified Phenolic Resin - Proposal for Utilization of "Lignin," a Resin Derived from Wood   Lignin is a naturally occurring aromatic polymer known as a natural adhesive that constitutes plants. The lignin-modified phenolic resin developed by the company has achieved strength and high heat resistance comparabl...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/02/13

g motors. Although it is thin at 120μm thick, it has a dielectric breakdown voltage of 9kV.   Also on display at the Expo was a post-test sample of the tracking-resistant tape "EXC24-078," which uses the same tracking-resistant film as the motor slot insulating film "EXC25-079" and is coated with adhesive. While ordinary polyimide films suffer insulation breakdown after just seven drops of electrolyte in a 600V tracking test, the development pr...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/02/13

g the production rate by 30 %.   According to the patent, the system utilizes an automated assembly cell with fixtures corresponding to each exterior vehicle part. The cell references a global datum for precise alignment, while compensating for irregularities in the substructure with an engineered adhesive gap. An interesting aspect is that assembly can continue during adhesive curing due to the use of tacking operations. However, the manufactur...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/02/05

lping to reduce air resistance and increase cabin space. With optimization of the CTB architecture, the battery pack volumetric efficiency been improved 77.8% for the SU7 and 80% for the YU7. The 120mm high battery pack enables a range of 1,200+ km (CLTC mode).   In terms of rigidity, a structural adhesive that combines strength and elasticity is used to firmly connect the top cover of the cell to the bottom structure. This replaces the conventi...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/12/23

tor power device (power card) sandwiched by water channels on both sides for cooling, and silicon nitride ceramics are also used for the insulation between the semiconductor and the water channels.   The copper circuit board on display was an improved pitch product (3-4mm ⇒ 1-2mm) with a thinner adhesive layer, and is currently under development. Silicon nitride ceramic insulating heat dissipation substrate Silicon nitride ceramic insu...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/12/17

o measure the environmental footprint of its products. The Cockpits and Central Consoles department is also working one step beyond the traditional solutions by offering lighter cockpits thanks to the innovative double slush skin, which also reduces the PVC content of the products. The reduction of adhesive and use of water-based adhesives helps simplify the production of cockpits, making them more sustainable. In September 2024 the Company unvei...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/11/20

Development of eco-friendly technologies (total elimination of various environmentally hazardous substances, weight reduction, etc.) Development of technology to improve safety (development of seat systems with occupant injury mitigation devices and structures) Development of production technology (adhesive molding, integrated foam molding, labor-saving seat assembly, CAD/CAM utilization, etc.) Seat research and development (development of comfor...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/09/27

ng efficiency by 1.4%.   The thickness of amorphous materials is 0.025mm, which is one order of magnitude thinner than electromagnetic steel sheets, so conventional press working methods cannot be used. Therefore, Nidec is also developing production technologies for thin-plate press processing and adhesive lamination.   The rotor structure of the induction motor is made of cast aluminum, but it is easier to make it more robust than an IPMSM tha...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/08/29

aft of the rotor of the rear unit on display was hollow, and the rotor core was fixed to the shaft by a ring.   The rotor core is a 6-pole embedded magnet type rotor with neodymium magnets arranged in a V-shape and oil channels for shaft-core cooling. Magnets are fixed to the core with ribs and no adhesive or resin is used.   The front induction motor has a rotor made of a cage-type conductor cast from aluminum. The reduction gear of the drive...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/08/19

r high frequency inverters Proterial, Ltd.(Koto Ward, Tokyo) Permendur alloy(Fe-Co-V alloy) High torque Amorphous alloy 2605SA1 Higher rotation speed Moriya Cutlery Laboratory, Ltd.(Yasugi City, Shimane Prefecture) Permendur alloy motor core Material: Made by Proterial, Ltd.Process: Laminated adhesive bonding → wire cutting Amorphous alloy motor core Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd.(Osaka, Japan) Magnetic powder cores Axial motorsRa...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/08/15

et: Taiho Kogyo Based on tribology technology, Taiho Kogyo manufactures bearing products, aluminum die-casting products, system products, precision dies, etc. Outside Japan, the company has facilities in North America, Europe, China, Asia, etc. The exhibits are thermal conductive, insulating, and adhesive sheets (development products). In electrified vehicles, heat management is important to prevent a decline in power generation efficiency and ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/08/14

itsubishi Chemical Corporation's (Mitsubishi Chemical’s) super engineering plastic film "Superio UT" for motor insulating paper comes in two types: polyetherimide (PEI) and polyether ether ketone (PEEK).   "Superio UT AEA-type" is a composite material made of PEI film and aramid paper without an adhesive layer, which enables a thinner film while maintaining the performance of insulating paper, contributing to lighter, smaller, and more efficie...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/07/11

important part that protects occupants when another vehicle crashes into the vehicle from the side, it is made of a material that is particularly strong compared to other body parts. This is Toyoda Iron Works' main product line, which uses ultra-high tensile strength steel, hot stamping, structural adhesives, and other technologies. The latter is a long part that is fixed to the front and rear of the vehicle and is designed to take the energy of ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/24

ystem also makes it possible to expand the continuous output rating. Motor explanation screen (active parts specifications)Motor description screen (motor size flexibility) Motor description screen (continuous power/maximum power ratio) Motor explanation screen (effects of core annealing and adhesive lamination)   The motor is an 8-pole IPMSM (Interior Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor) with a coolant flow passage around the outer per...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/16

JSAE 2025 in Yokohama: Metal Processing Technology Giga-cast in Japan, integrally formed high-tensile frames, uncoated steel sheets, adhesives and more Summary Weight reduction with aluminum using Gigacast, etc. Integrally formed high-tensile frame (automotive parts supplier) Integrally formed high-tensile frames (proposed by steelmakers and equipment manufacturers) Environmental friendliness of body and chassis: Paintless steel sheet, hard coat ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/03

ukushima Co., Ltd. (Denso Fukushima) uses electricity generated from solar and wind power to produce hydrogen through a water electrolyzer that produces hydrogen for use in the plant. Along with a diorama on display was a hydrogen burner used as an afterburner to render organic solvents in aluminum adhesives harmless.   Toyota: Hydrogen utilization products (hydrogen generators, portable hydrogen cartridges) In addition to the Toyota Group, Toy...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/03/21