Orbis Electric has introduced HaloDrive, a modular axial flux motor-generator designed to boost electric mobility across industries ranging from transportation and marine to aerospace and power generation.
The new system delivers a torque density of 100 Nm/kg—comparable to that of a V8 engine—while achieving 97% operational efficiency. According to the company, HaloDrive’s architecture supports up to 35% cost savings in drivetrain applications and offers up to 90% lower operational costs in select configurations.
The unit’s modular four-part design includes an injection-molded plastic stator and tunable gearset, which help reduce weight, increase thermal stability, and minimize manufacturing costs compared to traditional permanent magnet synchronous motors (PMSM). The compact form factor allows integration within wheels and enables installation as a generator within three hours, with claims of up to 20% range improvements in electric vehicles.
Tested in use cases such as in-wheel propulsion for passenger vehicles and diesel generator replacement in heavy-duty trucks, HaloDrive reportedly led to a 61% improvement in fleet fuel efficiency during one pilot. It has also been deployed in electric transport refrigeration units (eTRU), capturing braking energy and removing the need for grid charging or diesel fuel.
By eliminating the need for rare earth materials, the design also aims to reduce supply chain risk and maintain cost stability. The system’s compatibility with multiple drivetrain configurations (P2–P5) supports diverse installations without significant redesign.
With transportation cited by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency as the largest domestic source of CO2 emissions, Orbis Electric sees HaloDrive as a scalable technology to reduce carbon output. The product is now available in the United States, with the company engaging Tier 1 suppliers, OEMs, and fleet operators to support broader adoption.