Type of Motor : hub motor vs outrunner

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The discussion confirms that electric hub motors and outrunner motors are fundamentally similar types of AC motors. Both utilize three-phase AC current, feature three power lines, and are brushless in design. The electronic commutation method is a shared characteristic, indicating that their operational principles align closely despite their physical differences. This conclusion is supported by external resources, such as the referenced Wiki link.

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Dear Experts

I am thinking that an electric hub motor is the same type of AC motor as a regular Outrunner motor.

1. Both are using 3 phase ac current.
2. Both have 3 power lines.
3. Both are Brushless.

So, while they look slightly different, I like to confirm that both are basically the same types of AC motors commutated electronically.

Thanks.
Regards
Ramone
 
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This Wiki link seems to suggest that there is very little difference in principle.
 

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