SMRTR Science & EngineeringApr 12, 2026Interesting Engineering

Electric aircraft motor achieves 1,000 hp output with mere 207 pound weight

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Fraunhofer Institute developed a 1,000-horsepower electric aircraft motor weighing only 207 pounds, achieving 8 kW/kg power density through innovative windings and oil cooling. The fault-tolerant design continues operating even with component failures, making it ideal for regional aircraft.

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