Vimag Labs founder Manish Seth has developed a software-driven motor technology that eliminates rare earth magnets, reducing reliance on China's rare earth supply chains.
The concept was born in 2020
Jul 13, 2026
04:06 pm
What's the storyBengaluru-based start-up Vimag Labs has developed a software-defined motor technology that does away with the need for rare earth magnets.
The innovation is aimed at reducing India's reliance on Chinese supply chains.
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