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Electric motors are everywhere—from your home appliances like refrigerators and air conditioners to vehicles and industrial conveyor belts. They are responsible for approximately 50% of global electricity consumption, and alarmingly, half of that energy is wasted. Improving the efficiency of these motors could significantly reduce energy consumption and, consequently, greenhouse gas emissions.
The Promise of Switched Reluctance Motors
Historically, switched reluctance motors were used in rugged, industrial environments such as nuclear power plants, valued for their durability rather than efficiency or ease of control. Their adoption outside specialized applications was limited because controlling them required complex electronics and precise software algorithms.