http://www.hybrid-vehicles.net/ecycle-hybrid-motorcycles.htm
This company - eCycle is a fabulous new up-and-coming company. That assessment is based on looking at their product line and technology. I have no idea if they are making money or not, or if the stock is worth investing-in. http://ecycle.com/index.html Based on their "potential" of where they are now and what is on the horizon - I think of them as a possible candidate for the "new Honda" of the 21st Century ... even though the old-Honda will probably have a thing or two to say about that. In fact if the old-Honda is smart, they will buy these guys out now before they can steal way too much market share. eCycle is located in Temple PA, and has has made their reputation recently in developing a line of unique low voltage brushless motors and generators - somewhat reminiscent of the CSIRO design which is almost 99% efficient in converting electrical current into torque (at least at its preferred rotational speed). "For decades, brushless motors have been recognized as an advanced technology that converts power more efficiently and more reliably than conventional motors. eCycle has focused its efforts on producing efficient, commercially viable brushless motors and generators and the related electronics, in the 1-10kW performance range." [the weak point of 'brushless' previously (pre-2002) had been in the switching electronics - i.e. the silicon] "Unlike other brushless motors, eCycle's SolidSlot™ operates at low voltages (12-36VDC) and high current (up to 450A). A combination of characteristics make eCycle's product ideal for mobile applications: efficiency, ruggedness, power density and attractive cost factor, particularly when reliability and minimization of maintenance are important." Jones BTW - This page seems to be the key to the success of this motor's silicon design: http://ecycle.com/Twostage.html
