ABSTRACT
Startups in permanent magnet synchronous and brushless dc (PMBDC) motors, their drive systems, switched reluctance motors (SRMs) and their drive systems are presented with emphasis on products addressing select markets and technology developments in these fields. Apart from these electromagnetic machines and their drives’ startups, a new entrant in the electrostatic machine space is also presented. The technology basis and innovation aspects are presented when individually presenting the startups. The applications cover appliance motor drives, motorbikes, electric vehicle (EV) motors and drives, electric aircraft motors and drive systems, air conditioner drive systems and some general-purpose variable-speed motor drive systems. The market for these motors and their drive systems are presented briefly to understand the scope for the startups in these topics.
