Designed around hard ferrite magnets
Our technology is specifically engineered to maximize the benefits of using hard ferrite magnets for rotor excitation.
Rare-earth-free electric propulsion
The future of sustainable propulsion.
XNF's mission is to develop high-performance electric motors based on its proprietary Hard Ferrite Technology. Our motors are suitable for a wide range of applications, including UAVs, UGVs, defence systems, mechatronic and robotic actuators, light mobility, HVAC equipment, and industrial automation.
Our technology enables companies to reduce their dependence on rare-earth materials while strengthening a resilient, EU-based supply chain.
Introduction
Experts in electric machines.
We are experts in electric machines, specialising in advanced electric motor design and industrialisation, with a strong focus on next-generation, sustainable technologies manufactured in the EU. Our technology delivers high performance, cost-effectiveness, and supply chain resilience for mass-produced electric drive systems.
Europe’s Critical Materials Challenge
Europe remains highly dependent on imported critical raw materials, particularly rare-earth elements used in electric motors, electronics, renewable-energy systems, and advanced industrial technologies. This dependence exposes European manufacturers to supply disruptions, price volatility, and geopolitical risks. Reducing the use of rare-earth materials and strengthening regional supply chains are therefore becoming key priorities for a more resilient and sustainable European industry.
Proprietary motor technology
Built around materials Europe can source.
XNF is developing and industrializing a proprietary electric machine topology designed specifically around hard ferrite magnets.
The platform targets compact dimensions, high efficiency and competitive cost while reducing exposure to price volatility of critical materials (including rare-earth elements) and disruptions of the supply chain.
EU-based supply chain
Materials, components and manufacturing processes are selected to support reliable local production.
Straightforward integration in existing systems
Our motors are designed to operate with the same power electronics, control and cooling systems as the conventional machines they are intended to replace.
Highly scalable platform
Adaptable across power, speed, voltage, cooling and packaging requirements up to 30 kW.
Designed for manufacturing
Materials and assembly processes are developed with a clear focus on large-scale series production.
Competitive performance
Development targets include efficiency and power factor close to established rare-earth motor solutions, with a limited packaging trade-off.
New product line
Critical material free propulsion for professional UAVs.
A compact, customizable motor family for applications where sourcing security, competitive cost and long-term price predictability matter.
Capabilities
A partner for the complete development of electric motors.
From concept definition to multi-physics analysis, CAD, component procurement and prototyping support, our engineering team provides custom solutions tailored to your technical, commercial and integration requirements.
EMElectromagnetic design and optimization
CAxCAD, structural and thermal analysis
DfMManufacturing-aware development
A→CConcept-to-industrialization experience
Applications
One technology, diverse applications.
XNF proprietary hard ferrite motor technology is well suited to electric drives up to 30 kW across the sectors below. Above this power level, our engineering team also supports projects using rare-earth permanent-magnet motors, electrically excited synchronous machines and induction motors. Contact us to discuss the most suitable technology for your application.
Automotive auxiliaries
Fans, blowers, compressors, pumps, steering motors, brake boosters, chassis actuators, thermal management systems and other auxiliary drives.
Aerospace and UAV
Flight control actuators, drone and eVTOL propulsion, environmental control equipment and onboard auxiliary systems.
Defense systems
Vehicle auxiliaries, unmanned land, air and naval propulsion, and actuators for radar, turrets and electro-optical positioning systems.
HVAC, heat pumps and compressors
Heat pump compressors and fans, chillers, HVAC systems for mass transit, and data-center pumps and fans.
Industrial automation and robotics
Servo motors, robotic actuators, conveyors, spindle motors, positioning systems, fans, blowers and fluid pumps.
Logistics and warehouse automation
Autonomous mobile robots, automated guided vehicles, sorting and shuttle systems, forklift drives and automated storage systems.
Light electric mobility
eBikes, eScooters, electric motorcycles, microcars, quadricycles, cargo bikes and light urban or delivery vehicles.
Agricultural, construction and mining equipment
Auxiliary systems for tractors and off-highway vehicles, agricultural drone propulsion and heavy-equipment support systems.
Railway, marine and mass transit
HVAC compressors, cooling pumps, blowers, door actuators and onboard ventilation, refrigeration and hydraulic systems.
Medical and healthcare equipment
Diagnostic and hospital equipment, compressors, surgical robots, rehabilitation devices, wheelchairs and mobility scooters.
Household appliances and power tools
Washing machines, dryers, refrigeration compressors, vacuum and floor-cleaning machines, air purifiers, fans and professional power tools.
Sport and leisure
Recreational and marine vehicles, electric surfboards, parasailing systems and fitness equipment.
Start a technical conversation
Building a demanding electric drive?
Share your performance targets, installation envelope, operating conditions and project requirements. Our engineering team will help identify and develop the most suitable electric motor solution for your application.
info@xnf-engineering.com