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Hofer Powertrain, the global engineering and technology partner for efficient drivetrain solutions, announces a groundbreaking initiative set to reduce electric drive design time by 80% through advanced AI and Deeptech innovations.  With over 40 years of delivering high-performance, compact, and innovative technologies, hofer powertrain is poised to set yet another new standard in efficiency and performance in the development process, allowing faster time-to-market and rapid class-best solutions for automotive customers worldwide. AI-driven solutions Focusing on AI-driven solutions to maximize value in engineering, hofer powertrain has been utilizing in-house developed AI-driven approaches in designing unique power electronics solutions for some time now. In its latest initiative, Hofer Powertrain is setting a path to lead at the forefront of new, cutting-edge electric motor design. By partnering with Deeptech engineering specialist Monumo, the company aims to significantly reduce development time and costs while maintaining the highest standards of efficiency and quality. Anser This capability allows them to comprehensively explore complex design spaces Monumo’s scalable, machine learning-friendly engine called "Anser" can evaluate millions of detailed concepts within days. This capability allows them to comprehensively explore complex design spaces to generate class-pioneering electric drives, which can then be developed and brought to industrialization at hofer powertrain facilities. The application of advanced data-driven machine learning (ML) approaches can deliver significant improvements within aggressive automotive development timeframes, enabling the teams to drastically reduce the concept design phase. Future-proof EV solutions Johann Hofer, CEO of hofer powertrain, emphasized the importance of this innovative approach, “Deeptech innovation has high potential to revolutionize the automotive sector, and it adds extra value to our in-house AI-driven initiatives." "This step is a testament to Hofer Powertrain's commitment to technological leadership in the EV powertrain sector. With partnerships such as Monumo, we are poised to leverage the transformative power of Deeptech technology, realizing truly innovative and future-proof EV solutions.” Generative AI Dominic Vergine, CEO and Founder of Monumo, Hofer Powertrain’s partner in this initiative, also highlighted the significance of this collaboration, “With Hofer Powertrain we have a strong partner with a track record in realizing powertrain innovations for over 40 years." "While much of Generative AI has been used to mimic human behavior, we believe it holds a greater purpose in advancing engineering, especially when applied to global decarbonization efforts.” System-level optimisation The joint initiative has already shown remarkable results, including a reduction in permanent magnet content by around 10% without any compromise to manufacturing, efficiency, or performance. This unique combination of simulation, ML, AI, and motor design expertise is poised to make a significant impact on the EV market, pushing the industry to new heights with system-level optimization.

With a strong development approach, hofer powertrain, a development and technology partner for efficient drivetrain solutions, is setting new standards in battery development. Through a deep understanding and seamless interplay of thermal, mechanical, and safety design, the company enables OEMs and battery developers to realize safe high-performance battery modules in record time. high-performance battery modules The development of high-performance battery modules demands a meticulously balanced integration of all crucial design aspects and a comprehensive understanding of the holistic functionality of battery modules. Recognizing that a system's performance is always determined by its weakest link, the hofer powertrain advances all functions to the highest possible standards.  common pitfall Many OEMs and battery developers tend to focus narrowly on one or two primary objectives Drawing on 15 years of industry experience, especially the insights gained over the last 5 years, the team has observed a common pitfall: many OEMs and battery developers tend to focus narrowly on one or two primary objectives, often neglecting one of the three critical design pillars. This oversight can result in even the most sophisticated battery modules failing to perform optimally or meet initial expectations.  optimized solution approach Leveraging these insights, hofer powertrain has pioneered an optimized solution approach, delivering remarkable results in various customer projects. By addressing thermal, mechanical, and safety design aspects with equal rigor, the team enables the rapid realization of high-performance battery modules that set new benchmarks in the industry. fast-charging capability Gerold Sluka, the leading battery expert at hofer powertrain, emphasizes, "With the new development approach, we have been realizing high-performance battery modules that are very safe and deliver the best performance for some time now – and not in three prototype phases, as is common in many development projects, but in two." "The goal is to achieve an optimal interplay of mechanics, thermal management, and safety at a very early stage of development. This saves valuable development time by avoiding unnecessary sample phases and enabling essential optimization loops to achieve truly optimal results early on battery packs that allow excellent fast-charging capability and outstanding driving performance." focus on three essential areas Through continuous technology and testing, the hofer powertrain delivers measurable success The extensive expertise and focus on all three essential areas with great precision in daily work, in customer projects as well as in in-house developments and research projects, are the unique selling points of hofer powertrain. Through continuous technology and testing updates for customer projects, the hofer powertrain delivers measurable success. Results achieved  The radical and continuously evolving approaches of the battery teams ensure that customer projects achieve the best results from the start. This significantly shortens time-to-market. With several groundbreaking innovations in the battery market, which cannot be disclosed due to strict confidentiality reasons, the hofer powertrain achieves significant milestones for the industry. The company is proud to have realized some of the most important solutions for renowned customers in record time, thereby strengthening their competitiveness.

hofer powertrain proudly looks back at the success of its recent event at the newly expanded eDrive Development Center in Vienna. Held on April 24, 2024, the company welcomed many customers, partners, and friends to discuss the needs of the automotive industry and the latest powertrain technologies.  The expansion of the location in Vienna underscores hofer powertrain's commitment to innovation and value engineering in e-mobility with pure electric and hybrid technologies. Advanced powertrain solutions “The event not only highlighted our growth but also demonstrated our cutting-edge solutions and new approaches in the realm of eDrive technologies for high-end applications. It showcased our ability to realize the most advanced powertrain solutions for renowned customers and highlighted the growing demand for hofer powertrain’s offerings in the region and worldwide,” stated Klaus Wawra, Managing Director of hofer powertrain's Vienna office. Visitors had the opportunity to explore a range of advanced technologies and solutions Visitors had the opportunity to explore a range of advanced technologies and solutions, including unique Dedicated Hybrid Transmission (DHT) solutions and some of the most compact and efficient Electric Drive Units in the industry. Some feature the latest Form Litz Winding in stators and cost-efficient 3-Level inverter technologies. Platform for engaging discussions Others are highly compact, introducing new architectures, and some represent autonomous "people mover" electric drive solutions that can achieve up to 600,000 km of driving distance over their lifetime, among many other innovations. Highlights included hofer powertrain's recent series projects on display, such as the hydraulic solution for AMG Project 1 and the McLaren 8-speed Hybrid Transmission with e-Reverse functionality. The event also fed a platform for hiring in talks on the future of mobility with experts These projects showcase hofer powertrain's ability to design and integrate sophisticated technologies for high-performance automotive applications and bring them into series. The event also provided a platform for engaging discussions on the future of mobility with experts from various hofer powertrain locations and disciplines. Advanced and sustainable drive systems “Our presence in Vienna allows us to leverage a broad range of development competencies, making advanced and sustainable drive systems accessible to our clients locally and worldwide." "This event has proven to be a significant milestone in our journey and will be an integral part of our operations in the future, allowing our customers and partners to see the latest tech on an annual basis,” added Klaus Wawra. big eDrive development projects The setup fosters a productive working environment and facilitates comfortable The new facility currently covers 451 m² with fully equipped workspaces, designed to support up to 40 engineering professionals, scalable to up to 1,400 m² for any big eDrive development projects. The new building stands out with its attractive design and excellent transport connections, offering direct highway access and its own subway station (UNO-City).  This ensures convenient travel for team members from other locations and customers. The setup fosters a productive working environment and facilitates comfortable and enriching knowledge transfer in projects.  New and expansive facility With this location, hofer powertrain expands its expertise and resources both within the region and beyond. hofer powertrain extends its heartfelt thanks to all who attended and contributed to the success of this landmark event and is excited to continue its journey from this new and expansive facility, fostering innovations, rapid processes, and cost efficiency for the Automotive Market.