History of the Smart Drive

This section is a brief history of the Smart Drive permanent magnet motor used by leading whiteware brands such a Fisher and Paykel, Whirlpool, Maytag and similar product clones used by LG.

We show how a light can be power from such a unit and then outline the changes in the design over the last 20 years. We cover the 100, 80, 60, versions. Presented by Michael Lawley EcoInnovation Director and Design Engineer.