AXIAL FLUX STUDIO / ABOUT
Understand the machine.
Explore the possibilities.
Axial Flux Studio is an independently developed engineering application for investigating axial-flux electric motors, from an initial design to a closer look at fields, losses and thermal behaviour.
Good ideas need room to be tested
Axial Flux Studio began with a frustration: exploring an axial-flux motor should not require an enterprise software budget. The cost of specialist electromagnetic simulation licences and the complexity of setting up a study can put useful tools out of reach before an idea ever gets tested.
The goal is to lower that barrier with a more accessible, approachable way to explore axial-flux machines. That means making the workflow easier to follow while keeping the engineering assumptions and limitations visible, so independent builders, small teams and learners have more room to experiment and develop their understanding.
The aim is to make it easier to connect geometry, operating conditions and modelling choices with the results they produce. Engineers, researchers and learners can explore design trade-offs and decide where a more detailed investigation is needed.
Axial Flux Studio is developed and operated by an independent developer based in California. The focus is a practical desktop workflow with visible assumptions, useful comparisons and documentation that helps you interpret a study rather than just run one.
Evidence alongside the result
Analytical estimates and numerical field studies answer different questions. A quick estimate can help explore a design; a detailed model needs appropriate geometry, materials, excitation and mesh resolution. More detail alone does not guarantee a more reliable answer.
The reference-machine evidence records comparisons with published results, including the operating conditions and known limitations. These comparisons support specific cases, rather than a blanket accuracy claim for every motor or output. The solver-fidelity guide explains how to choose a suitable level of modelling.
An evolving engineering preview
The current product is a Windows engineering preview. The documentation covers machine setup, field studies, imported geometry, thermal models and interpreting results. Availability and limitations vary by workflow; check the Windows release status and release notes for the current scope.
Engineering projects and solver runs stay on your computer. Online services handle account sign-in, billing and licensing. The storage guide explains project handling, and the privacy policy describes online data use.
Simulation supports engineering judgement. It does not replace appropriate physical testing, safety assessment or verification for your intended application. Planned improvements are future work until they are available in a released version.
Questions help shape the studio
For product questions, documentation feedback or a reproducible issue, email [email protected]. Support is provided on a best-effort basis. The support page explains what to include and lists billing and privacy contacts.