EPISODE · Jul 31, 2022 · 53 MIN
#113 – Gorazd Gotovac | Elaphe – Distributed Drive, In-wheel Motors & Vehicle-level Optimization
from Building Better with Brandon Bartneck · host Brandon Bartneck
Dr. Gorazd Gotovac, CTO of Elaphe Propulsion Technologies, is a physicist who holds a PhD in electrical engineering and is a winner of several awards in business plan competitions Key topics in this conversation include: The potential of in-wheel motors Why distributed drive EVs haven’t taken off at-scale yet How Elaphe’s technology overcome the typical challenges associated with in-wheel motors Elaphe’s partnerships with Aptera and Lightyear Innovator’s Dilemma and Crossing the Chasm Links: Show notes: http://brandonbartneck.com/futureofmobility/GorazdGotovac https://www.linkedin.com/in/gorazdgotovac/ https://in-wheel.com/en/news/aptera-and-elaphe-ink-deal-for-scale-production Elaphe is hiring, see open positions here https://in-wheel.com/en/careers/ Gorazd’s Bio Dr. Gorazd Gotovac, CTO of Elaphe Propulsion Technologies, is a physicist who holds a PhD in electrical engineering and is a winner of several awards in business plan competitions. Within his role as the CTO, Dr. Gotovac heads the shaping and implementation of Elaphe’s development roadmap. As a part of the management team, he is also active in all business development activities and strategic decisions. Market knowledge, a general physics background and a specialization in the field of electromagnetics and heat transfer allow him to perform informed decision-making based on a holistic approach to electric propulsion, while continually being involved in a variety of R&D activities to provide fresh insight in the development status and challenges that arise. He is also a member of the first generation of Y-TILI (Young Transatlantic Innovation Leaders Initiative), a European delegation of entrepreneurs selected by the US Department of State, and the 2018 recipient of the Rising Star in Automotive award in the field of electrification. Elaphe Overview Elaphe Propulsion Technologies Ltd. is a leading EU-based developer and manufacturer of disruptive in-wheel electric propulsion systems for electric and hybrid vehicles, such as LEVs, passenger cars of all segments, and public transportation. Elaphe off-the-shelf or custom-developed motors, combined with advanced power electronics and multiple-wheel control systems, present the simplest platform for the electric vehicles of tomorrow. Patented and innovative electromagnetic and mechanical designs for in-wheel propulsion enable Elaphe products to boast market-leading specific torque, compact design, modularity, and use of standard brake and bearings for in-wheel propulsion systems. The Elaphe distributed propulsion architecture is the ultimate propulsion platform for connected and automated vehicles, bringing new opportunities to mobility and transportation. Future of Mobility: The Future of Mobility podcast is focused on the development and implementation of safe, sustainable, effective, and accessible mobility solutions, with a spotlight on the people and technology advancing these fields. linkedin.com/in/brandonbartneck/ brandonbartneck.com/futureofmobility/ Edison Manufacturing: At Edison Manufacturing, our specialty is building and assembling highly complex mobility products in annual quantities of ten to tens of thousands utilizing an agile, robust, and capital-light approach.
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Dr. Gorazd Gotovac, CTO of Elaphe Propulsion Technologies, is a physicist who holds a PhD in electrical engineering and is a winner of several awards in business plan competitions Key topics in this conversation include: The potential of in-wheel motors Why distributed drive EVs haven’t taken off at-scale yet How Elaphe’s technology overcome the typical challenges associated with in-wheel motors Elaphe’s partnerships with Aptera and Lightyear Innovator’s Dilemma and Crossing the Chasm Links: Show notes: http://brandonbartneck.com/futureofmobility/GorazdGotovac https://www.linkedin.com/in/gorazdgotovac/ https://in-wheel.com/en/news/aptera-and-elaphe-ink-deal-for-scale-production Elaphe is hiring, see open positions here https://in-wheel.com/en/careers/ Gorazd’s Bio Dr. Gorazd Gotovac, CTO of Elaphe Propulsion Technologies, is a physicist who holds a PhD in electrical engineering and is a winner of several awards in business plan competitions. Within his role as the CTO, Dr. Gotovac heads the shaping and implementation of Elaphe’s development roadmap. As a part of the management team, he is also active in all business development activities and strategic decisions. Market knowledge, a general physics background and a specialization in the field of electromagnetics and heat transfer allow him to perform informed decision-making based on a holistic approach to electric propulsion, while continually being involved in a variety of R&D activities to provide fresh insight in the development status and challenges that arise. He is also a member of the first generation of Y-TILI (Young Transatlantic Innovation Leaders Initiative), a European delegation of entrepreneurs selected by the US Department of State, and the 2018 recipient of the Rising Star in Automotive award in the field of electrification. Elaphe Overview Elaphe Propulsion Technologies Ltd. is a leading EU-based developer and manufacturer of disruptive in-wheel electric propulsion systems for electric and hybrid vehicles, such as LEVs, passenger cars of all segments, and public transportation. Elaphe off-the-shelf or custom-developed motors, combined with advanced power electronics and multiple-wheel control systems, present the simplest platform for the electric vehicles of tomorrow. Patented and innovative electromagnetic and mechanical designs for in-wheel propulsion enable Elaphe products to boast market-leading specific torque, compact design, modularity, and use of standard brake and bearings for in-wheel propulsion systems. The Elaphe distributed propulsion architecture is the ultimate propulsion platform for connected and automated vehicles, bringing new opportunities to mobility and transportation. Future of Mobility: The Future of Mobility podcast is focused on the development and implementation of safe, sustainable, effective, and accessible mobility solutions, with a spotlight on the people and technology advancing these fields. linkedin.com/in/brandonbartneck/ brandonbartneck.com/futureofmobility/ Edison Manufacturing: At Edison Manufacturing, our specialty is building and assembling highly complex mobility products in annual quantities of ten to tens of thousands utilizing an agile, robust, and capital-light approach.
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