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  • What’s next for motors? - Nidec at CES 2019

    Introducing new products demonstrated by Nidec at CES 2019. Although electric motors have been around since the first half of the 1800s, their function has largely remained unchanged. By converting electricity to mechanical energy they act as the muscles that power our machines and devices and give them the ability to spin and move. Accordingly, the bulk of the innovations that the technology...

  • Nidec to Display Thermal Solutions for Smartphones and Other Devices at CES 2019

    The launch of 5G is expected to deliver a slew of benefits including dramatically higher data transfer rates and reduced latency. Coupled with advances in artificial intelligence, smartphones and other devices are set to become even more powerful. But this trend does not come without its challenges; as the performance of devices increases, so do the requirements on thermal management.

  • The Nidec Group to Exhibit Latest Robotic Components, Haptic Devices and More at CES 2019

    The Nidec group, based in Japan but with over 300 subsidiaries in 43 countries around the world, will be at CES 2019 to display our technologically advanced compact and lightweight motors and high-precision gearboxes designed to accelerate the arrival of a comfortable society supported by robotic technology and our haptic devices designed for advanced human-machine interaction.

  • Nidec Industrial Solutions animates the debate at the Innovation for Cool Earth Forum in Tokyo

    Milan, 11 October 2018 - The second day of ICEF, Innovation for Cool Earth Forum, was held today in Tokyo, Japan. The annual event brings together all the most important personalities committed to addressing the problems linked to climate change through technological innovation in the aims of solving the most important environmental challenges of the 21st century.

  • Nidec to Further Strengthen its Appliance, Commercial and Industrial Motor Division

    KYOTO–August 29, 2018–The Japan-based multinational manufacturer of electric motors Nidec keeps growing, and the company’s Appliance, Commercial and Industrial Motor (ACIM) division is set to play an important role in the continued growth of the company group. As a part of its growth strategy, Nidec has named Henk van Duijnhoven as Global Business Leader of its ACIM division.

  • Nidec-Shimpo Announces New Models of the S-CART Series of Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs)

    Nidec-Shimpo, a subsidiary of Nidec, today announced that the company will begin shipping a new model of Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) – the next model in the company's S-CART series – equipped with a “Follow-Me” function. Additionally, the company has also developed a separate new model equipped with a “Return-To-Home” function as well as a model designed to carry a maximum payload of 500 kg.

  • Nidec ASI presents the new Ultra Fast Charger for speedy recharging of new-generation electric vehicles: an important asset for the development of the electric car market

    The Nidec Group, presents the innovative Ultra Fast Charger (UFC), an advanced system for charging electric vehicles that hooks up to the national grid through charging towers. This solution will help pave the way for the spread of electric vehicles, a market which in many countries is still struggling to get off the ground, but which has huge opportunities for growth in the near future.

  • Nidec Develops Fully Integrated Traction Motor System (E-Axle)

    Today, Nidec, a Kyoto-based leading global manufacturer of electric motors, announced the successful development of a new fully integrated automotive traction motor system (e-axle) comprising an electric motor, reduction gear box and inverter. This new system is the latest and most advanced iteration of the company's e-axle developed to respond to the growing demand for automobile electrification.

  • Nidec to Showcase Latest Automotive Technologies at Auto China 2018

    Kyoto, Japan: Today, Nidec Corporation announced that its automotive division will exhibit at Auto China 2018 to be held in Beijing, China in April - May this year. Nidec's electric motors are already used in tens of millions of automobiles across the world and Auto China 2018 provides an excellent opportunity for the company to showcase its latest technologies.

  • Nidec Appoints New President and Chief Operating Officer

    Nidec Corporation (TSE: 6594; OTC US: NJDCY) (the “Company”) today announced the appointment of new president effective June 20, 2018 upon shareholder approval at the Regular General Meeting of Shareholders and a subsequent meeting of the Board of Directors to be held on the same day.

  • Looking Back at Nidec's Appearance at CES 2018

    Join Nidec on a video tour of our booth at CES 2018 and learn more about the recent industry trends and what the world's number one comprehensive motor manufacturer has in store for the future!

  • Nidec To Supply BLDC Motors for FIRST® Robotics Competition

    ST. LOUIS – In 2018, for the first time, high school students in FIRST® (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Robotics competition will be allowed to use Dynamo Brushless DC (BLDC) motors that will be supplied by Nidec Motor Corporation.

  • Nidec Acquires driveXpert GmbH—a German Company Specialized in Design and Development of Hardware and Software for Automotive Electronic Control Units

    Nidec Corporation announces that it has acquired 100% of the shares of driveXpert GmbH, a company specialized in design and development of hardware and software for automotive Electronic Control Units (ECU), from its former shareholders on November 30, 2017. The deal will enable the combination of Nidec’s high-performance motors and driveXpert’s high precision ECUs.

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