Review of Advances in Cooling Schemes for Yokeless and Segmented Armature (YASA) Axial Flux Motors

This technical review evaluates advanced cooling techniques for the yokeless and segmented armature (YASA) axial flux motors. Due to high torque density and efficiency advantage, YASA motors are getting more and more attention; however, their thermal management still remains a challenge. Therefore, this paper highlights the latest developments in cooling technology for YASA motors.