This guest contribution is written by AVL a member of the Altair Partner Alliance.

Performance and efficiency are top priorities when designing motors for electric powertrains. The electric motor development for the automotive industry faces increasing complexity regarding requirements of maximum power density and changing operating loads.

In order to meet the opposing development goals of efficiency and performance, the components of the electric motor must be designed in such a way that they can be operated at overload for a limited period of time. A deep understanding of the thermal behavior of all motor components is required to prevent failure due to overheating.

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The end of a year usually heralds a period of reflection, both on times gone past and the budding new year around the corner. When I look back on 2019, I find myself in awe of the accomplishments from the Altair team, as well as that of my family. As I worked tirelessly for decades on the growth, health and success of both, I am filled with immense satisfaction as I recall the highlights of this last year.

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