/ Program 45th Annual Icaleo Laser Materials Microprocessing TBD Environmental Life Cycle Assessment of Hairpin Stator Production For High-performance Electric Vehicle Traction Motors
Description

The move toward electric mobility has intensified demand for traction motor technologies characterized by high efficiency, power density, and thermal stability, among other attributes. Hairpin stator configuration has gained significant industrial attention due to its compact winding architecture, improved slot fill factor, and enhanced electromagnetic performance. However, the environmental impacts of the hairpin stator production remain insufficiently assessed. This study presents a life cycle assessment (LCA) of hairpin stator production from cradle to gate, highlighting key environmental hotspots. In contrast to previous prototype-oriented studies, the present work conducts a comprehensive LCA of hairpin stator production for high-performance applications under real industrial conditions beyond the prototypical stage. The analysis follows a standardized LCA methodology per ISO 14040 and ISO 14044, covering the life cycle stages from raw material extraction and materials processing to stator hairpin manufacturing. The life cycle inventory data are compiled from industry sources, literature, and the Ecoinvent database. The results are modelled using SimaPro software, and the Environmental Footprint (EF 3.1) method is used for life cycle impact assessment (LCIA). The impacts are analysed and presented at the midpoint level across the following impact categories: global warming potential (climate change), resource depletion potential, acidification potential, ecotoxicity, eutrophication potential, ozone depletion potential, and photochemical ozone formation. The findings enhance a broader understanding of sustainable manufacturing strategies for electric traction motor designers, original equipment manufacturers, electric vehicle manufacturers, and policymakers.

Contributing Authors

  • Edwin F Memirieki
    Botswana International University of Science & Technology (BIUST)
  • Eyitayo O Olakanmi
    Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST)
  • Tshenolo Leso
    Botswana International University of Science & Technology (BIUST)
  • Keagisitswe Setswalo
    Botswana International University of Science & Technology (BIUST)
  • Masego Otlaadisa
    Botswana International University of Science & Technology (BIUST)
  • Alessandro Fortunato
    University of Bologna
  • Jean P Bergmann
    Technische Universität Ilmenau
Edwin F Memirieki
Botswana International University of Science & Technology (BIUST)
Track: Laser Materials Microprocessing
Session: TBD
Day of Week: Undetermined
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Keywords

  • Cradle To Gate
  • Electric Mobility
  • Hairpin Stator
  • Life Cycle Assessment (Lca)
  • Sustainable Manufacturing