{"id":9024,"date":"2025-09-12T07:22:31","date_gmt":"2025-09-12T05:22:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.avk-tv.de\/composite-rotor-sleeves-project-completed-exclusive-web-meeting-for-oems-and-developers-of-electric-motors-to-present-technological-insights-and-network-the-value-chain\/"},"modified":"2025-09-12T07:35:12","modified_gmt":"2025-09-12T05:35:12","slug":"composite-rotor-sleeves-project-completed-exclusive-web-meeting-for-oems-and-developers-of-electric-motors-to-present-technological-insights-and-network-the-value-chain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.avk-tv.de\/en\/composite-rotor-sleeves-project-completed-exclusive-web-meeting-for-oems-and-developers-of-electric-motors-to-present-technological-insights-and-network-the-value-chain\/","title":{"rendered":"Composite Rotor Sleeves project completed &#8211; Exclusive web meeting for OEMs and developers of electric motors to present technological insights and network the value chain"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/azl-aachen-gmbh.de\/\">AZL Aachen GmbH<\/a><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers in the field of electric drivetrains are facing<br\/>growing demands to improve the performance, efficiency and scalability of their drive systems at<br\/>. One important factor that is now reaching industrial mass production is<br\/>composite-based rotor sleeves. These lightweight, high-performance components offer significant advantages in terms of<br\/>the mechanical support of rotor components to achieve more efficient designs for high-speed rotations &#8211; especially in demanding automotive, aerospace and industrial applications.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After nine months of joint research, a consortium of 15 leading companies &#8211; Arkema<br\/>Group, Covenstro Deutschland AG, DOMO Engineering Plastics Europe S.p.A., Hexcel Composites SASU,<br\/>Huntsman Advanced Materials, Hutchinson SA CRI, K\u00fcmpers GmbH, LG Electronics Deutschland GmbH, Maru<br\/>Hachi Corporation, Rassini Supensiones S.A. de C.V., Schunk Kohlenstofftechnik GmbH, Swancore<br\/>Netherlands B.V., Syensqo, Toray Carbon Fibres Europe S.A., Toyota Motor Europe N.V.\/S.A. &#8211; completed a comprehensive analysis and benchmarking project under the<br\/>management of AZL Aachen GmbH. The<br\/>project systematically analyzed the state of the art and compared materials, design strategies and<br\/>processing methods for rotor sleeves made of carbon fibre-reinforced thermosetting and<br\/>thermoplastic materials. The result is a comprehensive market and technology analysis that is documented in<br\/>a 384-page final report &#8211; and ready for implementation in collaborations.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To support OEMs and motor developers in utilizing these findings, AZL<br\/>is now hosting a web meeting specifically designed to demonstrate the practical relevance, supply chain maturity<br\/>and technical details of composite rotor sleeves for electric drives. Participation is<br\/>free of charge. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The event provides a strategic overview of the possibilities of the technology and demonstrates the<br\/>concrete potential for integration into series production. It begins with an introduction to the<br\/>current state of the technology and its role in the development of the next generation of<br\/>electric motors. AZL then presents the consolidated results from the work packages of the<br\/>project. Key findings include comparisons of rotor sleeve designs<br\/>(press fit vs. direct winding), material classes (carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic and<br\/>thermoset plastics), mechanical and thermal performance benchmarks, and production KPIs.   <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the second part of the meeting, participants will have the opportunity to get to know the consortium behind the recently<br\/>completed project &#8211; from composite material suppliers and machine manufacturers<br\/>to rotor sleeve producers. Each partner will briefly present their unique expertise and offerings to help OEMs find reliable contacts for implementation projects. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fabian K\u00f6ster, Development Engineer Composites at Schunk Kohlenstofftechnik GmbH, explains: &#8220;As a technology leader and high-volume manufacturer in the field of rotor reinforcements, Schunk<br\/>considers it crucial to play an active role in shaping innovations. Participation in the AZL project underlines our conviction that<br\/>can ensure future viability and competitive strength through early involvement in technological developments at<br\/>. The AZL information event offers OEMs and partners along the entire<br\/>value chain a valuable opportunity to exchange information on the current status of motor armoring and<br\/>trends, provide impetus and develop joint solutions for the challenges of tomorrow<br\/>.&#8221;  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For OEMs, this event offers an overview of new technologies as well as direct access<br\/>to a ready-to-use partner network. It also marks the official start of a follow-up project. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This follow-up initiative will shift from theoretical analysis to experimental validation. Its<br\/>aim is to benchmark the performance of different material and process combinations under real production and<br\/>operating conditions. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The following project comprises four work packages. The first work package defines the production concepts and<br\/>materials to be tested experimentally, including the design of test methods and<br\/>auxiliary equipment for press-fitting processes. The second work package aims at a production process consisting<br\/>of separate winding and press-fitting on the rotor. It includes the production of sleeves using<br\/>wet winding, tow-prep winding and thermoplastic tape winding. The strength testing of the cores<br\/>takes into account different pre-stressing levels, while at the same time the quality of the laminate<br\/>is evaluated. The third work package comprises the same investigations, but in this case for a<br\/>process in which winding is carried out directly on the rotor. The evaluation also includes high temperature tests and<br\/>long-term durability. Finally, in the fourth work package, all process and strength test results<br\/>are evaluated in terms of cost, quality and performance, leading to a benchmarking of different materials<br\/>and clear recommendations for cost-efficient rotor cores.       <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The web meeting, which will take place on September 25, 2025, is open to OEMs, motor developers,<br\/>innovation managers and system integrators who want to accelerate their next generation electric powertrains<br\/>. A registration link will be provided to all interested participants. <\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Read the entire press release now:<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.avk-tv.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/2025-09_OEM-RS_DE.pdf\">Press release (DE)<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.avk-tv.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/2025-09_OEM-RS_EN.pdf\">Press release (EN)<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>AZL Aachen GmbH OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers in the field of electric drivetrains are facinggrowing demands to improve the performance, efficiency and scalability of their drive systems at. 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