induction motor
noun
: an alternating-current motor in which torque is produced by the reaction between a varying magnetic field generated in the stator and the current induced in the coils of the rotor
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The permanent-magnet, bar-wound front motor provides most of the motivation, while the rear induction motor with no magnet can either contribute to traction and acceleration or disconnect to maximize range.
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Michael Teo Van Runkle, Ars Technica, 30 May 2024
Earlier Tesla cars featured an AC induction motor (hence the hat tip to the motor’s original inventor, Nikola Tesla), which required no rare earth metals.
—Darren Orf, Popular Mechanics, 2 June 2023
But in 2019, Tesla quietly started abandoning induction motors in the Model S, switching to permanent-magnet synchronous ones, and the Plaid wouldn't have been feasible if that hadn't happened.
—Dan Edmunds, Car and Driver, 26 Mar. 2023
Forerunner of the famous EV1, the Impact was regarded as the most advanced electric car of its day, thanks to its solid-state power controls, induction motor, and integrated charger.
—IEEE Spectrum, 11 Mar. 2023
In retrospect at least, maybe their achievements seemed inevitable—someone had to invent the AC induction motor.
—IEEE Spectrum, 30 June 2014
This bronze Tesla — a statue on the Canadian side — stands atop an induction motor, the type of engine that drove the first hydroelectric power plant.
—Mark Barna, Discover Magazine, 16 Dec. 2022
All-wheel-drive models get a new permanent-magnet rear motor good for 40 horsepower; the previous induction motor wrangled just 7 feeble ponies.
—Dan Edmunds, Car and Driver, 14 Dec. 2022
Perfect for everything from filling tires to firing nailers, this compressor features an oil-free induction motor for long life and optimum performance.
—Jon Langston, Car and Driver, 26 Oct. 2022
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Michael Teo Van Runkle, Ars Technica, 30 May 2024
Earlier Tesla cars featured an AC induction motor (hence the hat tip to the motor’s original inventor, Nikola Tesla), which required no rare earth metals.
—Darren Orf, Popular Mechanics, 2 June 2023
But in 2019, Tesla quietly started abandoning induction motors in the Model S, switching to permanent-magnet synchronous ones, and the Plaid wouldn't have been feasible if that hadn't happened.
—Dan Edmunds, Car and Driver, 26 Mar. 2023
Forerunner of the famous EV1, the Impact was regarded as the most advanced electric car of its day, thanks to its solid-state power controls, induction motor, and integrated charger.
—IEEE Spectrum, 11 Mar. 2023
In retrospect at least, maybe their achievements seemed inevitable—someone had to invent the AC induction motor.
—IEEE Spectrum, 30 June 2014
This bronze Tesla — a statue on the Canadian side — stands atop an induction motor, the type of engine that drove the first hydroelectric power plant.
—Mark Barna, Discover Magazine, 16 Dec. 2022
All-wheel-drive models get a new permanent-magnet rear motor good for 40 horsepower; the previous induction motor wrangled just 7 feeble ponies.
—Dan Edmunds, Car and Driver, 14 Dec. 2022
Perfect for everything from filling tires to firing nailers, this compressor features an oil-free induction motor for long life and optimum performance.
—Jon Langston, Car and Driver, 26 Oct. 2022
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“Induction motor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/induction%20motor. Accessed 26 Feb. 2025.
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