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automotiveJune 3, 2026
Superconducting Motor Breakthrough Paves Path for ASEAN Aviation
A new 100kW superconducting motor could revolutionize electric propulsion in ASEAN's aviation sector.
A Leap Forward in Electric Propulsion for ASEAN's Aviation Industry \\[The University of Strathclyde in Glasgow has achieved a significant milestone with the development of a 100kW fully superconducting aviation motor. This breakthrough could transform the future of commercial aircraft, making lightweight, high-power electric propulsion a reality. The motor's specialized materials, which exhibit zero electrical resistance when cooled to an ultracold 20 Kelvin (-253°C), enable it to handle immense power loads without generating wasteful heat. This innovation is particularly relevant for ASEAN countries, where the demand for more efficient and sustainable aviation solutions is on the rise.\\\
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Editorial rewrite by ASEAN Machine team, based on public reporting from Interesting Engineering, with added ASEAN manufacturing context.
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