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LARM2025 presented by Magnet Applications (Linear and Rotating Machines 2025)

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LARM2025

Jun 24th 2025 - Jun 25th 2025

Newcastle, United Kingdom

Updated 27.05.25

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LARM2025 presented by Magnet Applications – LARM Strikes Back

Returning this year, LARM2025 presented by Magnet Applications will be bigger and better than LARM2024 (more below), with 2 days of talks, plenty of effective networking, informal reception and dinner at The Biscuit Factory, exhibiting opportunities, and a tour of Newcastle University’s Electrical Power Group labs.

PROGRAMME

Draft timings are currently:

24/6/25 – Open at 09:00, Start at 10:00, Close 17:00, Reception 19:00, Dinner 19:30

25/6/25 – Open at 08:30, Start at 09:00, Close 15:00, Tours Finish 17:00

SPEAKERS INCLUDE

  • Keynotes:
    • Chris Gerada, University of Nottingham – Radial Force Control in Electrical Drives: Advances in Bearingless Technologies
    • Alan James, Expert Alliance – High Level View of Maglev in EU/UK

     

  • and
    • Commercial Active Magnetic BearingsNikita Uzhegov, SpinDrive Oy
    • PEMD Funding Opportunities – Sven Knowles, Innovate UK Business Connect
    • High Performance Motors for Aviation – Natalia Narozanska, Evolito
    • Latest Developments in Magnetic Levitation Machines – Hubert Mitterhoffer, Linz Centre for Mechatronics
    • High Performing Electrical Steels for High Frequency Applications – Carl Slater, WMG
    • Active Magnetic Bearings for Aerospace – Leigh Stanger, NEMA Ltd
    • Novel Permanent Magnet-Based Levitation Actuators – Gerlof Zuidema, TU Eindhoven
    • Progress in Additive Manufacturing of Electrical Machine Windings – Nick Simpson, Bristol University
    • Design, Development and High-Volume Production of Closed-Slot Continuous Winding Motors – Alex Michaelides, HiSpeed Ltd
    • Halbach Magnets: From Precision to Large-Scale Production – Iulian Teliban, Magnetfabrik Bonn GmbH
    • Cryogenic Electric Machines: Advancing Decarbonisation in Air Transport and Power Generation – Hongye Zhang, University of Edinburgh
    • Magnetics at the Wheel: Advanced Motor Innovations for In-Wheel Propulsion – Özge Taşkın, Protean Electric
    • Metal Bonded PM Material – Theodoros Tsoulos, EPoS Technologies SA

     

  • along with:
    • Laura Brown, Turntide
    • Glynn Atkinson, Newcastle University
    • James Widmer, AEM
    • COMSOL
    • POWERSYS
    • Materials Nexus

EXHIBITORS INCLUDE

Registered so far are:

Advanced Composites Engineering Expert Alliance Protean Electric
Advanced Electric Machines Group Ltd Frazer-Nash Consultancy SiemensGamesa
Bath University HiSpeed Ltd Spin Drive
Bristol University Innovate UK TU Eindhoven
Coiltech ISIS Turntide
COMSOL Linz Centre for Mechatronics University of Edinburgh
Dassault Systèmes Magnet Applications University of Nottingham
Dexter Magnetic Technologies Magnetfabrik Bonn VACUUMSCHMELZE
Dyson Materials Nexus WMG, University of Warwick
Durham University NEMA Ltd POWERSYS
EPoS
Newcastle University
RetroSpeed
Evolito NPL

 


LARM2024 – A New Event

Nearly 100 specialists in electrical machine design and manufacturing gathered in the AMRC, Sheffield, UK, for two days in June 2024. The programme of talks covered applications in automotive, aerospace, power generation, and logistics, looking at materials, additive manufacturing, motor topologies, gearing, and more.

A fascinating tour of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre showcased the sheer variety of work being done there, from robotic control to flexible flooring, with many different machine designs being investigated. The dinner at The Mowbray was memorable for its quality, and also for accommodating the England / Netherlands Euros semi-final. Not all delegates were delighted with the result – apologies to our Dutch participants.

Delegates praised 2024’s “really brilliant event”, saying “presentations were great”, in a “super friendly community” which “encourages honest collaboration, working towards research without barriers”. Taking note of feedback though, 2025 will have a more diverse speaker programme, and will attempt to better control the room temperature!

Last year we had delegates from

Nissan ZF Group Hyundai Motor Company Lund University
Rolls-Royce Wave Drives AMRC Magnomatics Ltd
Curtiss Wright YASA Arnold Magnetic Technologies NPL
Evolito INRIM Bakker Magnetics PAR Insulations & Wires Ltd
Force Engineering SG Tec Bristol University TU/Eindhoven
Himag Planar Magnetics Ltd Advanced Composites Engineering Durham University University of Nottingham
AEM AMETEK MRO Magnetic Systems Technology Ltd Fraunhofer Institute for Advanced Materials University of Sheffield
University of Southampton NEMA Ltd Hirst Magnetic Instruments VACUUMSCHMELZE
Saietta Electric Drive Newcastle University Scion Research & Development Ltd
Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy Dassault Systèmes Magnet Applications

 


LARM2025

presented by Magnet Applications

VENUE

G.006 Stephenson Building,

Newcastle University,

Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 7RU

PARKING

The campus cannot offer parking, however they do have a limited number of spaces for visitors with mobility issues.

If you have reserved on-campus parking (via a member of staff) or are arriving by taxi, use the entrance on Claremont Road. The taxi drop-off point is on King’s Road.

There are many car parks in walking distance of campus. The nearest NCP car parks are:

  • New Bridge Street (NE1 8AB)
  • Carliol Square (NE1 6UL)

TRAVEL

You will need to organise your own travel arrangements. Below is some useful information for getting around Newcastle.

By Train:

Newcastle Central Station is on the East Coast Mainline and just a 15 minute walk to campus. Reach the venue from London in under 3 hours, and regular direct rail services run from many UK cities.

Below are some of the websites you might visit when planning on coming to Newcastle by train:

  • National Rail and Trainline – journey planning, live arrival and departure boards for UK stations
  • Eurostar – helps you plan your journey to us from Europe

By Metro:

Newcastle University is connected to the city’s suburbs, airport, the coast, and a range of museums and sight-seeing opportunities by the Tyne and Wear Metro light rail service.

Haymarket is the closest station to the University campus and trains run frequently during the day, starting at around 5.45 and ending at around 23.30. Travel is quick and inexpensive. Visit the Nexus website to find maps of the Metro system and Metro timetables.

By Plane: 

Newcastle Airport is located about seven miles north west of University campus and hosts regular flights to domestic and international airports. Domestic flights are quick and affordable. The University is connected to the airport by Metro line, and it’s just a cheap, quick, and fuss-free 25 minute journey from the airport to campus. Buses from the airport entrance run to Newcastle city centre regularly, and you can plan this in advance through the Traveline website.

By Car:

It’s easy to reach us by car, particularly if you’re travelling along the A1 (M)Park and ride is the best option for drivers.

By Taxi

LA Taxis – 01912 877 777

Premier Taxis – 01916 380 638

DINNER VENUE

The Biscuit Factory

16 Stoddart Street,

Newcastle upon Tyne,

NE2 1AN

Parking is available at the front of the building but it is limited. You can reach the venue by metro with the nearest stop (Manors) which is a 10 minute walk from the dinner venue.

ACCOMMODATION

Sandman Signature Newcastle

Gallowgate

Newcastle upon Tyne

NE1 4SD

We have 30 Signature King rooms B&B Sole occupancy on hold at the Sandman Hotel until Friday 30 May 25 for you to book directly. The rate is £95 for Monday 23rd Jun 25 & £105 for Tuesday 24th Jun 25. To book, please visit this link: UK Magnetics Society
Other accommodation suggestions include:

DIETARY REQUIREMENTS

Please let us know as you register if you have any dietary requirements we need to be aware of.

DRESS CODE

The dress code for the event is business attire / smart casual.

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  • use these contact details to let you know details of this event, and
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Please let us know at enquiries@ukmagsoc.org at any time if you do not wish to be contacted in this way. Also, we can remove you from our contact schedule at any point in the future.

We will also be taking photos at the event. If you do not wish to have your photo taken during the event, please contact events@ukmagsoc.org

SPONSOR PACKAGES

Sponsor packages are available – an excellent way to promote your organisation!

Note sponsorship does not guarantee a speaking slot.

  • Exhibitor: 2 attendees, exhibiting, link on event webpage
  • Ferrite Sponsor: 2 attendees, exhibiting, Logo and link on our marketing material, Listed on our presentations – Unlimited
  • Samarium Sponsor: as Ferrite + 3 attendees in total, 1 item of promotional material or USB or advert included in delegate pack and available at Registration, Thanked during session introduction and closing comments, Pop-up banner displayed at Registration – Only 2 available

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EVENT SPONSORS

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Speakers

“Faster, Better, Smarter, Greener”. Communicating the advantages of maglev and hyperloop systems.
by Alan James of Expert Alliance

Distilling his experience leading a number of maglev and hyperloop projects, Dr Alan James will illustrate how the technical and engineering proposition must be communicated as part of a comprehensive policy, commercial, economic and environmental case, and must be ‘packaged’ suitably for legislative and project finance purposes. Alan will reflect on his experience of one-on-ones at Heads Of Government and corporate C-Suite level, and upon how to ‘translate’ a fundamentally technology-based proposition into a ‘story which has legs’ for lay policymaker, business and public audiences. Alan’s presentation will focus in particular on how the UK came very close to building a 500 km/h maglev route in 2008-2010, and how a coordinated EU programme is currently developing, demonstrating and derisking key electromagnetic technologies required for 1,000 km ultrafast ground transport.

Magnetic levitation for high-speed motor-generators
by Leigh Stanger of NEMA Ltd

NEMA are developing active magnetic bearings for high-speed aerospace applications in collaboration with the University of Nottingham. Active magnetic bearings are not a new technology, advances in magnetic materials, power electronics, high speed processing architecture and control theory mean that there is significant scope for innovation and improvement in performance. An actuator design validation results are presented, our rotordynamics validation and control development rig is described.

PEMD Funding Opportunities
by Sven Knowles of Innovate UK Business Connect

The transition to electrification is accelerating, and with it comes a growing demand for innovation in Power Electronics, Machines and Drives (PEMD). This presentation will explore the latest funding opportunities available to support UK businesses and organisations in advancing PEMD technologies and supply chains. Discover how Innovate UK Business Connect is enabling organisations to connect innovation with opportunity, access support, and form strategic collaboration

Modular Machine Design: An overview of Newcastle’s Future Electric Machines Manufacturing Hub Research
by Glynn Atkinson of Newcastle University

Within the Future Electric Machines Manufacturing Hub, Newcastle University have been focussing on using a modular design approach to machine design, assembly and construction. In this talk we will give an overview of the thermal, mechanical, magnetic, assembly and circular economy advantages and disadvantages of taking a modular approach in electrical machines.

Alloy development of a new family of high performing and processible electrical steels for high frequency applications.
by Carl Slater of WMG, University of Warwick

WMG have developed a new family of alloy specifically with the aim of reducing loss at high frequencies as well as improved strength. This has been achieved whilst allowing conventional processing routes the same, compared to siliconisation and other techniques currently used. Whilst already having a >30% reduction in the loss compared to a conventional M250-35A steel, this new family of alloys tailoring of strength amongst other parameter which in turn allows for new laminate design to give further reduction in overall losses of the motor.

Radial Force Control in Electrical Drives: Advances in Bearingless Technologies
by Chris Gerada of University of Nottingham

This presentation offers a comprehensive overview of radial force control in electrical drives, with a focus on the advancements in bearingless drive technologies. The discussion begins with an introduction to the background and motivation behind the transition from traditional mechanical bearings to bearingless systems, emphasizing the benefits of reduced friction, enhanced reliability, and extended operational lifespan, particularly in high-speed and precision applications. The presentation then delves into the key challenges associated with bearingless drives, including the need for precise radial force control, minimizing losses, and addressing electromagnetic and thermal constraints. A detailed exploration of various bearingless drive architectures is provided, covering both passive and active levitation techniques, as well as advanced multi-phase control strategies. Example research projects and case studies are presented, highlighting experimental results and performance evaluations that demonstrate significant improvements in efficiency, dynamic response, and overall system robustness. Finally, the talk outlines future research directions and potential industrial applications, emphasizing the critical role of advanced control methodologies and power electronics in the continued optimization of bearingless drive technologies.

Novel permanent magnet-based levitation actuators
by Gerlof Zuidema of Eindhoven University of Technology

A multiple-input, multiple-output planar actuator is proposed, utilizing mechanically driven stator magnet arrays to levitate a permanent magnet mover. A state of levitation and actuation is obtained by mechanically altering the orientation of the stator magnets to control the forces and torques on the mover. A challenge in the actuator is to deal with the incapability of magnetic-field amplitude control, which inherently follows from utilizing PMs in both the stator and mover. This leads to increased sensitivity and limits actuator controllability. To address this issue, a data-driven approach is introduced to mitigate peak sensitivities within the system. The problem is simplified into a two-body interaction model between a cylindrical stator magnet and a spherical mover magnet. The magnetic potential energy interaction is calculated with the equivalent surface charge model, after which a feedforward neural network is applied to approximate the magnetic potential energy to accelerate the model.

TBD
by of Turntide

Best friends: High Speed Motors and Magnetic Bearings
by Hubert Mitterhofer of Linz Center of Mechatronics GmbH [LCM]

High-speed motors are gaining in importance for applications in industry, aerospace, and mobility. The bearing requirements are often dominated by high lifetime, low maintenance, oil-free operation, and rotordynamic stability. Along with other options like aerodynamic bearings, magnetic bearings pose an interesting option. The presentation will give an overview about existing technologies and discuss potentials and risks associated

Trading automotive cost for aerospace performance – the evolution of YASA topology for aerospace market
by Natalia Narozanska of Evolito

Presenting Evolito’s transformative journey rethinking the yolk less and segmented armature PMSM for aerospace demands . From a machine optimized by YASA Ltd for the automotive market to the certification - ready, lighter and more robust motor already sweeping the skies, we’ll share our key design decisions and their trade offs . You’ll hear about the blessings and pains of halbach arrays, challenges with stator segregation and how much difference the high - end materials really make to the aircraft . We’ll share with you our insights into the more - electric aviation market and how at Evolito we’re making our mark in the skies

Progress in Additive Manufacturing of Electrical Machine Windings
by Nick Simpson of University of Bristol

Additive Manufacturing of electrical machine windings offers unparalleled geometric freedom and with it, the opportunity to redefine how we design and fabricate conductors, for improved performance. This talk gives an overview of progress in the field across the end-to-end digital design and manufacturing process chain from software design tools to application of electrical insulation.

Aspects of Using Active Magnetic Bearing (AMB) System in High-Speed Rotating Machinery with 1MW Turbo Blower Example
by Nikita Uzhegov of SpinDrive

How active magnetic bearings can bring benefits to high-speed machinery and reduce total cost of ownership. Design and commissioning process of AMBs with an example of 1 MW turbo blower operating over a year in a pulp and paper factory in Turkey.

Metal-bonded NdFeB magnets: An entirely new magnet grade with outstanding mechanical properties
by Ted Tsoulos of EPoS Technologies SA

Metal bonded magnets, an entirely new magnet grade is realized by EPoS Technologies SA electro-sinter forging production method. We are presenting titanium-bonded NdFeB magnets that combine neodymium’s magnetic strength with the toughness and durability of Titanium. Boasting high tensile strength, high coercivity and exceptional impact and corrosion resistance, these magnet grades overcome the traditional trade-offs between sintered and bonded magnets. This unlocks new design opportunities for high-speed spindles, rugged electric motors, sensors operating in vibration-heavy environments and mission-critical magnet systems requiring mechanical reliability.

TBD
by James Widmer of AEM

Halbach Magnets: From Precision to Large-Scale Production
by Iulian Teliban of Magnetfabrik Bonn GmbH

Achieving a uniform magnetic field is essential for high-precision sensor applications. Common dipole setups, like diametral disks or rings, often suffer from field distortion due to nearby magnetizable materials, compromising sensor accuracy. Halbach arrays offer a better solution by concentrating the magnetic field on one side while canceling it on the other, reducing external interference and enhancing measurement precision. This makes them ideal for applications demanding high accuracy, stability and field homogeneity. Magnetfabrik Bonn has pioneered a novel technology that enables direct magnetization of a simple ring into a Halbach configuration—eliminating the need for complex assembly and enabling efficient, large-scale production.

Magnetics at the Wheel: Advanced Motor Innovations for In-Wheel Propulsion
by Özge Taşkın of Protean Electric

In-wheel motor (IWM) technology represents a significant leap forward in vehicle electrification, offering unique advantages in packaging, performance, and drivetrain flexibility. This talk will explore the advanced electromagnetic design principles behind Protean Electric’s in-wheel motors, highlighting innovations in magnetic topology, thermal management, and system integration. By examining real-world applications and performance metrics, we will uncover how these cutting-edge motors are reshaping the future of electric mobility and enabling smarter, more efficient vehicle architectures.

Cryogenic Electric Machines: Advancing Decarbonisation in Air Transport and Power Generation
by Hongye Zhang of University of Edinburgh

Cryogenic electric machines - including superconducting and hyperconducting types - can dramatically enhance both power density and efficiency compared to conventional electric machines. The speaker has been engaging with the ATI/GKN Aerospace H2GEAR project to develop hyperconducting propulsion motors for hydrogen-powered electric aircraft and the Royal Academy of Engineering SuperMachine project to develop superconducting wind turbine generators. The talk will primarily highlight the state-of-the-art developments in cryogenic electric machinery and explore their applications in both Air Transport (high speed) and Power Generation (low speed).

TBD
by of POWERSYS

The Design, Development and High - Volume Production of Closed - Slot Continuous Winding ( CSCW ) Motors
by Alex Michaelides of HiSpeed Ltd

We present the design, development and route to high - volume manufacture of a high - performance embedded PM motor . The motor stat or has a novel continuous winding , in a closed - slot configuration, designed for a water or ( fully - immersed ) oil - cooled automotive trac t ion application . The presentation describes the advantages in the design that contribute to a competitive efficiency chart . The methodology of construction and aspects of automation in manufacture are presented , which enabled a high - tech unit to enter high volume - production in September 2024 , at a very competitive unit - cost and contributing to a class - leading efficient EV

TBD
by of COMSOL


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