importantSYS.SOURCE: TechCrunch• 2026-09-23T19:05:00Z

Modal Motors Aims to Eliminate China's Role in Electric Motor Supply Chains

#electric motors #supply chain #startups #rare earth

Modal Motors is developing electric motors that eliminate reliance on rare-earth magnets to reduce dependence on China's supply chain. The startup's technology focuses on alternative materials for drones, fans, and actuators, aiming to create a domestic manufacturing ecosystem.

The startup is working on small, light motors with no rare-earth magnets that are suited for drones, fans, and robots.

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